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Air Canada Drops 16 Long-Haul Destinations From Flight Schedule
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Air Canada is significantly reducing its international footprint by removing 16 long-haul destinations from its upcoming schedule. The flag carrier normally operates an average of 54 long-haul flights daily, though this number heavily fluctuates between summer peaks and winter slowdowns. For aspiring airline pilots, this major network contraction highlights the volatility of widebody fleet utilization and how seasonal demand shifts can dramatically impact international bidding and upgrade timelines.