Elderly passenger restrained Toronto Pearson Airport open aircraft door mid-flight

Police in Peel Region met a disruptive passenger at Toronto Pearson Airport, but did not arrest or charge him.

Police in Peel Region responded to an incident at Toronto Pearson International Airport involving a disruptive passenger on a flight from London, U.K. to Toronto. The passenger reportedly attempted to open a door mid-flight, which police confirmed is not possible at cruising altitude. The aircraft landed safely at Pearson airport, and officers entered the plane to address the situation with the passenger, an elderly male who was described as being in a state of crisis and confusion. Peel Regional Police stated that the man's actions did not appear to be intentional, and he was restrained by Air Canada employees as part of their flight safety protocols. No criminal charges have been laid, and the man and his family have been connected to additional supports. Air Canada also confirmed the mid-flight incident and stated that their experienced crew managed the situation appropriately, allowing the flight to continue normally to its destination. The airline emphasized that it is not possible to open aircraft doors at high altitude due to the design and air pressure. Overall, the situation was resolved without any arrests or charges, and the flight operated normally despite the disruption.

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