Air Canada CEO 'deeply saddened' his poor French skills distracted from victims of crash
Michael Rousseau has faced calls to resign for not speaking French in his message after the LaGuardia crash, which killed two Air Canada pilots.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"I sincerely apologize for this, but I am continuing my efforts to improve."
— Michael Rousseau , Executive
"Rousseau's English-only message showed a lack of compassion."
— Mark Carney , Politician
"I believe Rousseau should step down if he is unable to speak French."
— François Legault , Politician
Key People
Air Canada pilot who died in the crash.
The Premier of Quebec who supports Bill 21.
The second Air Canada pilot killed in the accident.
Mark Carney is the Prime Minister of Canada.
Michael Rousseau is the CEO of Air Canada.
Tags
All Coverage
Michael Rousseau has faced calls to resign for not speaking French in his message after the LaGuardia crash, which killed two Air Canada pilots.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Airline chiefs say can't fully guard against rogue pilots after flydubai attack - Reuters
Airline chiefs say can't fully guard against rogue pilots after flydubai attack Reuters
October 8, 2026 at 12:39 PMUAE says Omani flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Tel Aviv flight - Reuters
UAE says Omani flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Tel Aviv flight Reuters
October 9, 2026 at 05:59 PMFlydubai attacker began a 'drift towards extremism and terrorism' in Australia, UAE says
The United Arab Emirates' attorney-general also alleges the co-pilot was trying to crash the plane into Tel Aviv's airport.
October 10, 2026 at 04:34 AMZelensky condemns 'vile' large-scale Russian attacks that killed 15
Rescue workers are continuing a search for residents after an apartment building in Pryluky was destroyed.
October 7, 2026 at 11:05 AMLufthansa, Indian airlines suspend flights to Riyadh after Houthi attacks - Reuters
Lufthansa, Indian airlines suspend flights to Riyadh after Houthi attacks Reuters
October 8, 2026 at 04:51 PMZelenskiy accuses US of inaction as Russian strikes kill over 70 in two days - Reuters
Zelenskiy accuses US of inaction as Russian strikes kill over 70 in two days Reuters
October 8, 2026 at 10:14 PM