Porter Airlines flight to YVR makes emergency landing in Saskatchewan

A Porter Airlines plane is seen on the tarmac of YVR. (CityNews Image)

By Dean Recksiedler

Posted July 16, 2025 10:13 am.

Last Updated July 16, 2025 4:03 pm.

Passengers on a Porter Airlines flight from Hamilton, Ont., to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) ended up in Saskatchewan on Tuesday night.

Porter Airlines tells 1130 NewsRadio that the pilot had to divert the plane to Regina International Airport after the crew smelled smoke in the cabin.

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The airline says the plane landed without incident, and everyone on board exited safely.

Porter Airlines says the passengers will be on a flight to Vancouver Wednesday.

“We appreciate the Regina Airport’s support on the ground and the patience of passengers as we prioritize safe operations,” Porter said in a statement.

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