An Air Canada flight experienced a tense moment Thursday afternoon when the aircraft veered off course after landing at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, prompting an emergency response and temporary runway closure.
Flight AC774, a Boeing 737 Max arriving from Los Angeles, left the taxiway shortly after 4 p.m. local time. The airline quickly confirmed that all passengers and crew members were safely evacuated from the aircraft and transported to the terminal without any reported injuries.
As a safety measure, airport authorities closed the north runway while emergency crews assisted with the evacuation. Officials warned travelers that the incident could result in flight delays and recommended checking flight status before heading to the airport.
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has sent investigators to the scene to determine what caused the aircraft to leave the designated taxiway. This investigation will examine all factors that may have contributed to the incident, including weather conditions, mechanical issues, or pilot error.
Air Canada has not yet released additional details about what led to the runway excursion. The airline continues to work with airport authorities and safety investigators as they gather more information about the incident.
