Cellist turned away from Air Canada flight after his instrument wasn't allowed to board

Amit Peled, an Israeli-American cellist, faced a two-day ordeal when Air Canada denied him boarding with his valuable cello, despite purchasing a second ticket for it. After posting a video of his experience on social media, the airline’s customer service reached out, apologizing and rebooking him on a flight the next day, allowing him to attend the Orford Music Festival.

Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: Amit Peled, an Israeli-American cellist, faced a frustrating ordeal when Air Canada refused to let him board with his valuable cello, despite having paid for a second seat, but ultimately resolved the situation after the airline saw his social media video about the incident.

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