‘Perfect Storm’ Causing Constant Delays at Air Canada, Despite Windfall Profits: CEO

‘Perfect Storm’ Causing Constant Delays at Air Canada, Despite Windfall Profits: CEO
An Air Canada hangar is seen behind a security fence at Vancouver International Airport, in Richmond, B.C., on March 20, 2020. The Canadian Press/Darryl Dyck
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A “perfect storm” of problems lies behind Air Canada’s wave of flight delays over the summer, its CEO said, even as the country’s largest airline roars back to profitability — with no sign of slowing down.

Despite more staff and revamped technology, Air Canada’s operations in June and July failed to meet “expected levels,” Michael Rousseau told analysts on a conference call Friday.