Labrador Straits ferry out of service, flights offered

The company that operates the ferry service in the Strait of Belle Isle says parts needed to repairthe MV Apollo are not expected to arrive until Monday.

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In the meantime, Labrador Marinesaidflights are being offered to passengers over the weekend in Blanc Salbon and Sandy Cove.

The company said a flight will also be offered Monday morning at 8 a.m. Passengersare asked to check in at ferry terminals an hour prior.

Labrador Marine estimates that the Apollowill be out of service until Tuesday.