The Montreal community is mourning the tragic death of Oscar Robayo, an airport worker who reportedly died after being struck by an aircraft at Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. His sudden passing has left his family, loved ones, colleagues, and members of the airport community grieving.
According to reports published August 25, 2026, Robayo was an employee of contractor Samsic and was working at Montréal-Trudeau when the fatal incident occurred Monday evening. Aéroports de Montréal confirmed that a member of the YUL airport community had died while performing his duties.
Reports indicate the incident occurred at approximately 7:30 p.m. local time. Robayo was reportedly working as a runway marshal when he was struck by a French Bee Airbus A350. No one aboard the aircraft was reportedly injured.
The circumstances surrounding the accident remain under investigation. Initial information suggested the aircraft may have been backing up when the collision occurred, although authorities had not immediately confirmed the precise sequence of events. Other reporting indicated that Robayo may have tripped before being struck by the moving aircraft.
For Robayo’s family and friends, the tragedy represents an unimaginable loss. He was carrying out his professional responsibilities when the accident occurred, making the suddenness of his death particularly difficult for those who knew and loved him.
His death has also deeply affected colleagues at the airport. Workplaces such as airports depend on close coordination among employees, contractors, flight crews, and other personnel. The loss of a colleague in such circumstances can have a profound impact on everyone who worked alongside him.
Aéroports de Montréal expressed condolences to Robayo’s family, loved ones, and colleagues, acknowledging the grief felt throughout the YUL airport community. Canada’s Transport Minister Steve MacKinnon also expressed sympathy to those mourning the airport worker and said Transport Canada would appoint a ministerial observer to remain informed about the investigation.
For those closest to Oscar, however, he was much more than an airport employee. He was a person with family, friendships, memories, and relationships that extended far beyond his workplace. Those who knew him will remember the moments they shared and the role he played in their lives.
Workplace fatalities can leave lasting emotional scars on families and coworkers. The tragedy also highlights the importance of safety procedures in environments where employees work around large aircraft and other potentially dangerous equipment.
As authorities continue investigating the circumstances of the accident, additional information may emerge concerning exactly how the collision occurred. Until the investigation is complete, details should be based on verified statements rather than speculation.
Our heartfelt condolences go to Oscar Robayo’s family, friends, colleagues, and everyone in the Montréal-Trudeau airport community affected by his death. May his loved ones find strength and comfort during this devastating period, and may Oscar’s memory be preserved by the people whose lives he touched.
