Vancouver airport delays attributed to air traffic controller shortage

April 16, 2025, 5:21 pm

Reports from different sources have highlighted unexpected delays at Vancouver International Airport, attributing the hold-ups to a significant shortage of air traffic controllers amid ongoing resource constraints. Both stories detail how diminished staffing levels have adversely affected the airport’s efficiency, resulting in widespread travel delays. Travelers have been urged to anticipate potential disruptions, while authorities continue to address the shortfall in personnel. The issue underscores broader challenges in air traffic management and regulatory resource allocation in Canada’s aviation sector.

theglobeandmail.com / Nav Canada warns to expect flight delays at Vancouver International Airport

Nav Canada says there is a severe shortage of air traffic controllers

globalnews.ca / Air traffic controller shortage leads to delays at Vancouver airport

The agency that provides air traffic control for Canada's airports is warning travellers at Vancouver's airport of flight delays over what it says are "resource constraints."

thestar.com / Nav Canada warns to expect flight delays at Vancouver International Airport

RICHMOND - The agency that provides air traffic control for Canada's airports is warning travellers at Vancouver's airport of flight delays over what it says are "resource constraints."

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