Air Canada flights to Cuba are being suspended due to an ongoing shortage of fuel on the Island.

The airline says it will send empty planes to pick up around 3000 passengers to return them home.

It’s projected that aviation fuel will not be commercially available at island airports effective Tuesday.

For remaining flights, Air Canada will tanker in extra fuel and make technical stops as necessary to refuel on the return journey.

Air Canada will continue to monitor the situation to determine when normal service will resume.

A flexible rebooking policy is being created for customers travelling to Cuba, and Air Canada Vacations is now introducing a refund policy, allowing customers who had scheduled departures to Cuba and experienced flight cancellations to automatically receive a full refund.

There is no need for these customers to contact the Air Canada Vacations Contact Centre.

Customers currently in Cuba who booked an Air Canada Vacations package can receive direct support from Air Canada Vacations’ local representatives, who are available to address any questions or concerns.