Air Canada jet glides to emergency landing after fuel runs out over Manitoba in 1983

On July 23, 1983, an Air Canada Boeing 767 lost engine power while flying over Manitoba. The aircraft was carrying 61 passengers and eight crew members. A major fuel miscalculation by ground staff had left the plane with about 45 percent less fuel than required. The pilots were able to glide the jet and land it on a disused military airstrip. All aboard sustained only minor injuries, and the aircraft was later repaired and returned to service.