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Air Canada CEO Quits After Furor Over Crash Condolence Video

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Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau, 68, will resign by Q3 2026 following backlash over a tone-deaf video addressing the fatal LaGuardia Airport runway collision in New York. The video, intended as condolences for the crash victims, sparked a public relations crisis, prompting Rousseau’s early departure after intense criticism from stakeholders and the public. The LaGuardia collision, involving an Air Canada flight, resulted in multiple fatalities, amplifying scrutiny of Rousseau’s leadership and the airline’s crisis response. Air Canada’s board announced the decision Monday, signaling a shift in leadership amid growing pressure to restore trust and operational stability. The resignation underscores the high stakes of executive communication during crises, particularly in safety-sensitive industries like aviation.
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