On August 25, 2026, a traffic controller in Montreal was struck by an aircraft and was reported to be in critical condition. The incident occurred in the city of Montreal, Quebec, and involved a single controller who was on duty at the time of the collision.
The Montreal Police Service confirmed the accident, stating that the controller was hit while performing official duties. Police officials described the injuries as severe enough to place the individual in critical condition and noted that the event is being recorded as a workplace accident under provincial regulations.
Following the police confirmation, the case will be transferred to the Commission on Standards, Equity, Health, and Safety at Work. The commission, which oversees workplace safety investigations throughout Quebec, is responsible for reviewing incidents that result in serious injury on the job. Its involvement signals a formal inquiry into the circumstances that led to the aircraft striking the controller.
The commission’s standard procedure includes gathering evidence from the scene, interviewing witnesses, and examining operational protocols related to air traffic control and aircraft movement. The goal is to determine whether safety standards were met and to identify any factors that contributed to the accident. Findings from the review may result in recommendations for changes to procedures, training, or equipment to prevent similar events in the future.
At this stage, no additional details about the aircraft, the exact location of the collision, or any other individuals involved have been released. The Montreal Police Service emphasized that the investigation remains active and that further information will be provided as it becomes available.