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ARTICLE · 21 FEBRUARY 2025

Aviation Accidents In Ontario: Understanding Your Right To Compensation

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Following the recent Delta airplane crash on the tarmac at Pearson Airport, many Ontarians may be wondering: what if that had been me? While many of us shudder...

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Patrick Brown
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Jamie Davison
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Following the recent Delta airplane crash on the tarmac at Pearson Airport, many Ontarians may be wondering: what if that had been me? While many of us shudder at the idea of any type of airplane incident while travelling, we can rest assured that there are systems in place intended to compensate those who suffer damages or injuries as a result of negligence in aviation.

A number of people and places are involved in the successful flying of an aircraft from one location to another – in this article, we will break down the right to sue of Ontario residents injured in cross-border flights, against whom their claims can be brought, and for what damages.

Delta Crash-Landing

On Monday, February 17, 2025, a Delta Air Lines airplane was involved in a crash-landing at Pearson Airport. Following the crash landing, many people have been wondering what recourse they could have if they suffered injury during such events.

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