Passengers with plans to fly on Canada's largest airline can breathe a sigh of relief after Air Canada said Sunday it has reached a tentative agreement with the union representing more than 5,400 of its pilots.

The airline says Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge will continue to operate as normal, and the new four-year contract "recognizes the contributions and professionalism" of its pilots.

The terms of the new deal will remain confidential pending a ratification vote by the membership, expected t…