Air Canada pilot’s ‘medical issue’ forces Halifax flight to divert (opens original article in a new tab)

A pilot's medical issue caused an Air Canada flight from Newark to Halifax to divert to Boston, where it landed safely with emergency services responding.

• Air Canada pilot experienced medical issue during flight from Newark to Halifax
• Flight diverted to Boston with first officer taking control
• Boston Logan Airport confirmed safe landing with emergency services response
• 61 passengers aboard aircraft