Dhaka, Jan. 21 -- An Air Canada Rouge flight from Toronto to Moncton returned to its gate after passengers heard screaming and banging coming from the aircraft's cargo hold. The incident took place last month but gained widespread attention recently after videos of the incident emerged on social networking platforms.

On December 13, 2025, Air Canada Rouge Flight AC1502, already late for about four and a half hours of schedule, was taxiing for takeoff at Toronto Pearson International Airport when passengers and cabin crew heard knocking and shouting noises.

According to some passengers onboard, the sounds appeared to be coming from within the aircraft's structure and alarmed those on board. The cabin crew immediately informed the captain...