The devastating hailstorm that struck Calgary on Aug. 5 remains a major setback for the city’s airport, nearly two months after the event.
The storm, which has been deemed the second most expensive weather-related disaster in Canadian history, caused extensive damage to the airport’s infrastructure and numerous aircraft.
The domestic terminal at YYC Calgary International Airport bore the brunt of the damage, with portions of the roof collapsing and flooding the building.
While the airport has been able to maintain operations, some areas of the terminal remain closed due to ongoing repairs.
According to Chris Dinsdale, the airport’s CEO, it could take up to 18 months for the domestic terminal to fully recover.
“Anyone travelling right now will feel it, unfortunately,” said Dinsdale. “The damage to the domestic terminal is extensive.”
The storm also caused significant damage to aircraft on the ground.
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