Explained in plain English
Who decides flight safety?
Flight safety is paramount and regulated by national aviation authorities, like Transport Canada for this flight. Airlines must follow strict rules, and pilots have the final say on whether a flight is safe to proceed. If a passenger, especially a child, cannot comply with safety instructions like wearing a seatbelt, the pilot can decide to return to the terminal.
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