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Air Canada Cancels 11 Long-Haul Boeing 787 Routes: See Full List Now
The Dreamliners redeploy as a mix of AC jets assume the transatlantic mission.
Air Canada has reworked its international, long-haul operations by reducing its use of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner to improve efficiency. The carrier is shifting deployment toward other aircraft to optimize its fleet mix.
The downsizing of 787 routes is being offset by increased use of legacy airframes, including the Airbus A330 and the Boeing 777, as part of the airline’s broader fleet strategy. In many cases, Air Canada is also introducing the single-aisle Airbus A321XLR where feasible.
Specific routes affected by this change are described as long-haul international services, with the carrier reassigning aircraft types to maintain network coverage while adjusting capacity. The move reflects a broader fleet-planning approach rather than a single route decision.
The overall objective cited is improved efficiency through a different mix of aircraft, leveraging proven platforms alongside the newer A321XLR where appropriate. No details about individual routes, schedules, or outcomes are provided in the material.