The medevac flight left Victoria and within 30 minutes requested to land in Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport spokesperson Adriana Unger confirms a medevac flight en route to Whitehorse from Victoria requested a 'diversion' to YVR at 10:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
Flight radar shows the aircraft flying over the Strait of Georgia, looping over Richmond near YVR and then doing a loop over North Delta. The aircraft then travelled toward Squamish, flying over Garibaldi Provincial Park, turning back and flying over Golden Ears Provincial Park. There was no impact on airport operations. It’s not clear how many people were on the flight.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
WestJet pilot found dead honored with aircraft dedicationColleagues of a former WestJet pilot who was found dead last year held a celebration of life at the Calgary International Airport on Monday. An aircraft was named in her honour at the event and ALPA says it is working on establishing a scholarship in Thomson's memory.
Read more »
Vancouver Welcomes Ho Yuen Café after 50 years in KowloonWhen Ho Yuen Cafe began as a humble food stall at the base of Lion Rock in Kowloon, Hong Kong, the Mui’s family could never have imagined their legacy would go international 50 years later.
Read more »
Vancouver Canucks Compete in All-Star Skills CompetitionThe Vancouver Canucks had three players compete in the revamped All-Star Skills Competition in Toronto. Despite not winning the grand prize, all three players showcased their skills and held their own.
Read more »
Thousands without power as strong winds hit Vancouver IslandMore than 16,000 hydro customers were without power on Vancouver Island and the southern Gulf Islands Tuesday morning as strong winds ravaged British Columbia's South Coast.
Read more »
Winter Weather Hits Vancouver Island After Warm DecemberHighway 1 near Campbell River experienced winter weather with snow sticking at higher elevations and slush at lower elevations, causing slippery driving conditions. The mixed bag of weather is expected to continue throughout the week, potentially causing damage to coastal regions.
Read more »