Air Canada Halts Flights Due to Cuban Jet Fuel Shortage: Tourism Essential
Air Canada has announced the suspension of its flights to Cuba due to a critical shortage of jet fuel. This halt affects operations starting at midnight this Monday, with implications for all nine international airports across the island.
Cuban Jet Fuel Shortage Impacts Tourism
The jet fuel supply for airlines serving Cuba will be halted until March 11. Cuba has historically received oil from Venezuela. However, due to recent American intervention, the country is now facing a severe energy crisis.
Airline Responses to the Crisis
- Air Canada: Has ceased all flights to Cuba amid the fuel shortage.
- Sunwing and Air Transat: Both airlines opted to continue their flights but have implemented contingency measures to manage the situation.
Expert Insights
John Gradek, an aviation expert and lecturer at McGill University, provides insights into the situation. He emphasizes the significant challenges that airlines face when fuel supplies dwindle. Éric Boissonneau, Vice President of the Association of Travel Agents of Quebec, also shares his perspective on the implications for travelers.
This jet fuel shortage underscores the critical role of energy supplies in supporting the tourism industry in Cuba. As the situation develops, airlines and travelers alike will need to adapt to evolving circumstances.
