Air Canada Pilot Flew for 17 Years Without Required Captain's License

An Air Canada pilot faces accusations of operating flights for 17 years. The pilot allegedly lacked the specific license required to serve as a captain. Officials confirmed that while the pilot held some valid flight credentials, the essential certification for a captain was not among them. This discovery emerged after the pilot's retirement last year. The retirement took place prior to the commencement of the investigation. The situation raises questions about oversight and licensing verification processes. Authorities are now addressing the implications of this prolonged unauthorized flying.