Garneau is not more qualified to make the decision because of his so-called "astronaut" experience. He was a passenger on the Space Shuttle. Just because I've flown in J-class on Air Canada doesn't mean I am qualified to judge the airworthiness of the 777.

The Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying in Canada provides extensive reporting on the frequency and depth of the meetings with Air Canada, Boeing, West Jet, etc. Garneau's "decision" should also be considered in the context of a government that favours certain corporate interests over its own criminal justice system.

When one of the major operators of the Max in Canada has decided to ground its aircraft serious questions should be raised about why the government of Canada is putting the corporate interests ahead of the safety of Canadian air passengers.