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Regina airports air traffic control tower will not close, following a review by Nav Canada.
Nav Canada confirmed today that it will maintain air traffic control service to Canadian communities, including Fort McMurray, Alta., Prince George, B.C., Regina Sask., Saint-Jean, Que., Sault Ste. Marie Ont., Whitehorse, Y.T., and Windsor Ont., Nav Canada said in a release.
The corporation launched a review of Reginas tower in the fall of 2020 to determine if the facility needed to be operational.
In its release, Nav Canada said it has elected to limit changes to services across the country. As a result, there will be no closures of control towers or flight service stations. It is also suspending studies related to remote or northern locations.
The valuable input we have received indicates that a balanced approach is warranted as the industry navigates the ongoing pandemic. We are proactively taking these steps to maintain a consistent level of service as the aviation industry and our many partners shift their focus to recovery,” Ray Bohn, president and CEO of Nav Canada, said.
Federal Transport Minister Omar Alghabra said he is pleased Nav Canada will not close any air traffic control towers.
“Maintaining appropriate service in our local communities will allow Nav Canada to continue to provide air navigation services required to support industry today and throughout the recovery,” said Alghabra in a statement.
Several Saskatchewan stakeholders spoke out against the potential closure, after the review was announced.
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe responded to the announcement in a tweet, calling the tower a crucial service.
Were pleased that this decision has been made, Moe said.
Nav Canada said it will be considering other options to streamline operations country-wide, including changing hours of operation.
“I’m very pleased that Nav Canada will maintain air traffic control service at Regina’s airport and that tower closures in Regina and at other communities across the country are no longer being considered. Regina’s airport is vital to our city’s economic growth and prosperity, Regina Mayor Sandra Masters said in a statement.
Continued operation of our traffic control tower ensures our city remains competitive as we work to attract new corporations and businesses that rely on national and international travel.
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