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CELEBRATING 15 YEARS
Prevent, Prepare and Practice I
f you happened to see a buzz of activity on the south side of YVR on the morning of April 15, there was no
cause for alarm. The Airport Authority was simply testing emergency response plans with a live emergency exercise. More than 100 volunteers and multiple agencies participated in a scenario that involved a mid-air collision of two aircraft, in which one aircraft landed in the water and the other at the threshold of the crosswind runway. The scenario was selected to involve multiple airlines and as many responders as possible, including Canada Coast Guard, Richmond RCMP, Richmond Fire Rescue, Canada Border Services Agency and Vancouver Coastal Health Authority. More than 100 volunteers playing injured victims, passengers and family members participated in the exercise,
See Emergency Response page 3
Reeling in big salmon
Queen Charlotte Lodge launches new service with Air North Air North’s Boeing 737-200.
Fairbanks, Alaska, and Inuvik, Northwest Territories. For more information on Air North, please visit the airline’s
Transport Canada continues restrictions on liquids, aerosols and gels use of security tamper-evident bags for
web site at www.flyairnorth.com.
the transportation of duty-free liquids,
For more information on Queen Charlotte Lodge, visit www.
purchased post-TSA security, on flights
queencharlottelodge.com.
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nglers can now hop on a plane in Vancouver and in less than three hours be casting their rods in the waters off the north coast of the Charlottes.
Air North, Yukon’s Airline, has partnered with Queen
Charlotte Lodge to provide a direct flight between YVR’s South Terminal and Masset Airport. The new service launches on May 30, just in time for the opening day of the 18th fishing season at Queen Charlotte Lodge, which runs until early September. The charter flight will operate on Mondays and Fridays, transporting passengers, baggage and freshly caught fish
Air Canada announces changes to its checked baggage policy
A
ir Canada will implement changes to its checked baggage policy on flights within Canada, and between Canada and the U.S. including Hawaii, effective May 15,
2008 for travel on or after July 15, 2008.
leaving the U.S. However, passengers are advised that security tamper-evident bags are not approved in Canada at this time. Passengers who arrive in Canada and Containers must be placed in one clear, closed and re-sealable plastic bag no larger than one litre.
T
ransport Canada is continuing its restrictions on passenger transport of liquids, aerosols
Under the new policy, customers who purchase Tango
and gels through Canadian airports.
and Tango Plus tickets may check one bag at no charge
Passengers are permitted to bring liquids,
Delivering its signature “golden air of hospitality,” Air
and a second bag for a $25 service fee. Tango and Tango
gels and aerosols through security
North’s flight will enhance the traveller experience with
Plus customers will continue to
screening at Canadian airports only if
increased passenger comfort and reduced flight time to the
have the choice of customizing
the items are packaged in containers
remote north. Flights will take to the skies in Air North’s Boeing
their fare including obtaining a
with a capacity of no more than 100
737-200 or Hawker-Siddeley 748 turbo-prop aircraft. From
discount when travelling without
millilitres/100 grams and the containers
Masset, passengers will be flown via Helijet helicopter service
checked luggage.
fit comfortably in one clear, closed and
between YVR and Masset Airport on an 80-minute flight.
in and out of the lodge in Naden Harbour.
“In an environment of record
resealable plastic bag with a capacity of
Headquartered in Whitehorse, Air North is 48.8 per
high and unrelenting fuel costs it
cent owned by the Vuntut Development Corporation,
is more critical than ever that the airline reviews its product
This reminder is important, as the
the economic arm of the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation. It
offering to ensure it can continue to offer everyday low fares,”
United States Transportation Security
operates scheduled and charter services throughout the
said Duncan Dee, executive vice-president, customer experience
Administration (TSA) announced on
Yukon, with extensions to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton,
See Air Canada Baggage page 3
no more than one litre.
See RESTRICTIONS page 3
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President’s Corner
By LARRY BERG, President and Chief Executive Officer
s part of continued efforts
to reduce emissions in our communities,
Authority
recently
the
Airport
launched
Connecting To The Community
Idle-
Free at YVR, a campaign designed to reduce unnecessary vehicle idling at the airport. The initiative aims to educate airport
action towards a sustainable future.
employees, bus drivers, taxi drivers
YVR supports the local economy by
and the public using visible curbside
connecting people and services, and is
signs that remind drivers to turn off
working to do so in a sustainable manner
engines. An important target is reducing
that addresses social and environmental
idling frequency and duration for the
needs.
Airport Authority’s vehicle fleet, which
Next time you drop off a friend or
includes YVR buses, airside trucks and
family member off at YVR, remember to
emergency vehicles.
turn off your engine. You’ll save fuel and
Natural Resources Canada (NRC)
money and limit vehicle exhaust.
O
n May 1, 2008, the Airport Authority welcomed
showed that passenger travel to and from the U.S. rose by 2.6
members of the community to our Annual Public
per cent and domestic passengers increased by 3.5 per cent. On
Meeting where we had the opportunity to meet with
international routes to Europe, traffic increased by 3.4 per cent
a number of our constituents and present our 2007 operational
and our Asian traffic increased 3.5 per cent. The increased volume
and financial review.
hasn’t diminished our performance. Customer satisfaction
As a private, not-for-profit corporation we do not have equity shareholders but we do have stakeholders from many walks of life
surveys in 2007 showed that 87 per cent of all passengers were satisfied or very satisfied with our facilities and services.
who have a “stake” in what we do and how well we perform. Our
Consulting with the community and getting their feedback
mission at YVR is to serve this community. We serve the business
plays an important role in our ongoing operations and each year
community by connecting them to customers and suppliers and
we look for opportunities to let the community know what we
new opportunities. We serve the public by connecting them to
are doing and why.
reports that an idling car can release
Another important aspect of the Idle-
up to twice as many exhaust fumes
Free campaign is training, supporting
as a moving car. It cites studies that
and motivating YVR business partners
We serve the community by building better airport facilities –
meeting with members of the business community – at a
have shown a direct link between
about changes they can make to the
contaminants in vehicle emissions and
in 2007, we completed a new wing on our International Terminal;
presentation to the Richmond Chamber of Commerce (in March)
environment at the airport.
the Link Building which will provide more international check-in
and the Vancouver Board of Trade (in April). This past spring, a
facilities, and also Gate C38, to better serve our Interprovincial
number of our senior executives took part in Metro Vancouver’s
customers.
Future of the Region Sustainability Dialogues.
friends and family and tourism destinations near and far.
In addition to our Annual Public Meeting, I have been
significant respiratory health effects.
Recently, one of YVR’s partners,
NRC also says 10 seconds of idling uses
Purolator Courier, introduced 30 hybrid
more fuel than restarting the engine and
electric delivery vehicles to its curbside
that if every Canadian driver avoided
delivery fleet. Purolator also has a
YVR is a community-based organization and we are dedicated
Throughout the next few months, we will continue to seek
idling for five minutes per day, it would
strict no-idling rule, which imposes an
to producing results for our customers and our community. To
public input as we make formal presentations before various
prevent 1.6-million tones of carbon
automatic 20-second maximum idle time
review our 2007 Annual and Sustainability reports online, visit
municipal councils throughout Metro Vancouver. As well, YVR
dioxide from being emitted into the
on all its vehicles, helping to conserve
www.yvr.ca > Who We Are > Annual Report. The site also includes
will take part in a variety of community and charitable events
atmosphere.
fuel and reduce emissions. Keep a watch
an online form that you can fill out if you’d like to have a printed
throughout the year. Your input is always welcome through the
copy mailed to you.
Contact Us section on our website.
Idle-Free is just one of the ways that YVR and its partners are taking
out for one of these hybrid delivery trucks as it runs to and from YVR.
Emergency Response from page 1 giving everyone involved a realistic
on an ongoing basis to incorporate
experience.
knowledge gained through real-life Management
and simulated emergencies, and the
Plan centres around three principles—
latest developments in airport safety
prevent, prepare and practice—and
and emergency. And because a plan is
deals with any emergency, be it an
only as good as its execution, practicing
aircraft incident; a natural disaster,
with live scenario training, emergency
such as an earthquake, fire or flood; a
simulations and tabletop exercises are
medical emergency; a security threat; or
essential to ensuring the continued
a biological hazard.
safety of passengers and airport
YVR’s
Emergency
The plan is assessed and refined
Last year, we continued to grow at YVR—a record 17.5-
Our willingness to listen to the community, learn from our
million passengers arrived and departed through our airport—
experiences, and continually improve our performance lies at the
representing a 3.4 per cent increase over 2006. Our studies
heart of our success now and in the future.
Name that Aircraft
Last month’s winner:
Bert Vanderzee
Answer: Piper Aztec
employees.
Air Canada Baggage from page 1 and chief administrative officer. “This
Gold and Silver members, maintain
policy change is part of the on-going
their current baggage allowance when
review of our activities that allow us
purchasing Tango and Tango Plus fares.
to keep pace with current industry standards and economic realities, while remaining competitive with our main North American competitors.” There is no change in the checked bag policy for customers purchasing Latitude and Executive Class tickets. Air Canada Elite, Super Elite and Prestige members, as well as Star Alliance
Baggage allowance for travel to and from countries other than Canada and the United States will remain unchanged.
Complete details of Air Canada’s baggage policies are available at www. aircanada.com.
Transport Canada has been assessing
Air Transport Security Authority
the issue of security tamper-evident bags
any liquids, aerosols or gels that do not comply with the restrictions
Send your answer by Email: jstewart@westerndriver.com; Fax: (604) 736-6750; Mail: SkyTalk, 306-5400 Airport Road South, Richmond, B.C. V7B 1B4. A draw will be made from all correct entries received by June 2, 2008. The winner’s name will be published in the June issue of SkyTalk.
part of international travel.
are required to undergo Canadian
flight will be asked to surrender
A $30 Gift Certificate for Reflections Gastronomie
This includes North American flights as
Restrictions from page 1
screening on their way to a connecting
Send the correct name of this aircraft (make and model) and you could win a
The Piper PA-23, named Apache and later Aztec, was an American twinengined monoplane, the first twinengine aircraft built by Piper Aircraft. Declining sales of the Apache promoted the redesign dubbed PA-23-250 Aztec. Among other light twin-engined airplanes of its generation, the Aztec was known for its good load hauling, long endurance, stable handling and respectable single-engine performance, at the cost of higher fuel consumption and a slower airframe.
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Cascade Aerospace to provide Q40 Package Freighters to Nord-Flyg
S
wedish
operator
Nord-
Interior of a CRJ200 Package Freighter kit designed and built by Cascade. Photo courtesy Cascade Aerospace.
Flyg has ordered two 11-PF Package Freighter conversions
from Cascade Aerospace, which will be the first of their kind in the world. Cascade will convert the first aircraft to Q400-PF configuration at
its
heavy
maintenance
and
modification facility in Abbotsford by August 2008, and will deliver the second in kit form to Nord-Flyg. The latter will have the kit installed in a second aircraft at a yet-to-bedisclosed facility in Europe. Nord-Flyg Bombardier
acquired Q400
the
aircraft
two from
Scandinavian Airlines in March 2008. The Q400-PF Package Freighter is based on a similar conversion Cascade produced for the Government of France, which was a multi-role Airtanker, dubbed by Cascade as the Q400-MR. Cascade designed, built, certified and delivered two Q400-MR multi-role Airtankers to France in 2005, which today are used in the passenger, aerial fire control and cargo roles. The Q400-PF Package Freighter will
be welcomed by the industry, because
modification services for commercial and
additional
of its ability to perform at jet-like
military transport aircraft. The company
built a similar “vertical net” Package
workhouse to Nord-Flyg’s present
speeds on both long and shor-haul
is the prime contractor in providing full
Freighter conversion for installation in
freighter fleet and will modernize the
routes.”
fleet management services for Canada’s
that the Package Freighter will employ
Bombardier’s CRJ200 aircraft and has
present aging turbo prop cargo fleets
Cascade Aerospace is a privately
Department of National Defence’s fleet
a multi-zone, vertical net system to
sold two CRJ200PF kits to a Europe-
in Europe,” said Nord-Flyg president,
owned Canadian company providing
of C-130 aircraft, as well as on-going
accommodate packages, which for
based leasing company.
Ulf Denarius. “Nord-Flyg is convinced
program and fleet management, heavy
heavy maintenance service to WestJet,
that this new generation turboprop will
maintenance, repair, overhaul and
Alaska Airlines and others.
Nord-Flyg, are typically mail packages.
be of similar design, and use the existing
Cascade designed, certified and
Cascade Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for product modification, except
“The Cascade Q400-PF Package Freighter
will
be
an
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Delta and Northwest combining to create world’s largest airline
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ast month, Delta and Northwest
fleet of nearly 800 aircraft and
the beginning of 2007, oil prices were
new company and other enhancements
Airlines announced an agreement
employ approximately 75,000 people
approximately $55 a barrel. Now, oil
to their current contract.
in which the two carriers will
worldwide.
prices have nearly doubled, making the
Delta officials have said it will use its best efforts to reach a combined Delta-
transaction even more compelling.
combine in an all-stock transaction with
In an industry where the U.S.
a combined enterprise value of $17.7-
network carriers have shed more
The agreement, which is subject to
Northwest pilot agreement, including
billion, creating the world’s biggest
than 150,000 jobs and lost more than
pilot ratification, provides the Delta
resolution of pilot seniority integration,
carrier.
$29-billion since 2001, the combination
pilots a 3.5 per cent equity stake in the
before the closing of the merger.
The new airline, which will be called
of Delta and Northwest is set to create a
Delta, will provide employees with an
company with a more resilient business
equity stake in the combined airline.
model that is better able to withstand
Delta CEO Richard Anderson will be chief executive officer of the combined
volatile fuel prices than either can on a standalone basis.
company. The Board of Directors will
The transaction is expected to
be made up of 13 members, seven of
generate more than $1-billion in annual
whom will come from Delta’s board,
revenue and cost savings from more
including Anderson, and five of whom
effective aircraft utilization, a more
will come from Northwest’s board,
comprehensive and diversified route
including Doug Steenland, the current
system and reduced overhead and
Northwest CEO. One director will come
improved operational efficiency.
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Northwest,
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industry. Fuel is the highest single
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WestJet Vacations adds Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino to Las Vegas lineup
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estJet Vacations has added Mandalay Bay and THEhotel at Mandalay Bay Resorts and
Casinos to its lineup of 23 properties in
Hawaii’s most active volcano continues to dazzle visitors
Las Vegas. With the addition of Mandalay Bay and THEhotel at Mandalay Bay Resorts and Casinos, WestJet Vacations now offers the complete MGM Mirage family of resorts in Las Vegas. “WestJet Vacations aims to provide
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awaii’s volcano goddess, Pele,
levels can be a concern, especially to
must be in a fantastic mood.
anyone with respiratory conditions. As
Her favourite flower, the bright
long as Hawaii’s customary trade winds
Las Vegas lineup will definitely help us
red ohia lehua, is in vivid bloom in
are blowing, Park visitors are safe. A
realize our vision,” said John Hamilton,
native forests across the island, and she
delegation of scientists, local and federal
vice-president WestJet Vacations.
continues to put on a spectacular show
officials are monitoring the situation,
Launched in June 2006, WestJet
in two locations: at the summit of Kilauea
and keeping the public informed.
Vacations offers customized experience-
volcano at Halemaumau Crater, and in
The Big Island Visitors Bureau
based vacations packages to all 47
Kalapana, where the lava reaches the sea.
recently launched a new user-friendly
WestJet destinations.
superintendent
volcano eruption update page on its www.
information
of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park,
bigisland.org website, www.bigisland.
about WestJet Vacations packages,
confirmed that Halemaumau Crater—
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the home of Pele, according to Hawaiian
and Kilauea emissions information can
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it’s safe to visit the Island of Hawai’i and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
For
additional
information
on
conditions at the Kalapana lava view
The sulphur dioxide (SO2) levels near
area, call the Hawaii County Civil
the plume aren’t dangerous to anyone
Defense lava hotline at 1-808 961-8093,
upwind, however exposure to high
or visit www.lavainfo.us.
Upcoming Events June 16-19, 2008 Canadian Business Aviation Association, 47th annual Convention, Trade Show and Static Display
Trade Show and Static Display at Landmark Aviation and Skyservice Aviation
facilities at Lester B. Pearson International Airport, Toronto, Ontario. Additional convention activities will be held at The Westin Bristol Place Hotel near the airport.
Professional development, seminars, forums. Interact with industry leaders and meet decision makers.
For more information, visit www.cbaa.ca.
July 25, 2008 Dreams Take Flight: Golf for Dreams (5th annual charity)
Eaglequest Coyote Creek, 7778 152nd Street, Surrey, B.C. Price: $125—Dinner, prizes, live and silent auction
All proceeds form the tournament will help send 130 special needs children from B.C. on the 16th annual Dreams Take Flight to Disneyland on October 21, 2008.
For more information on participating as well as becoming an event sponsor, please contact Lori at (604) 270-5437, or visit www.dreamstakeflight.ca.
July 26-27, 2008 Summit Customs Brokers Rubina Hope for Kids: Softball Slam (1st annual summer charity)
King George Park, 4111 Jacombs Road, Richmond (off No. 5 Road and Cambie), B.C.
Price: $500 per team—Prizes, silent auction, beer garden, food, entertainment, slo-pitch.
All proceeds go to Rubina Hope for Kids, benefiting the Richmond community. To register, contact Summit Customs Brokers at (604) 278-3551, or summityvr@summitcb.com.
September 16-17, 2008 2008 Aerospace Industries Association of Canada: AGM and Conference
Westin Hotel, 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario.
For more information, contact Sandra Sutcliffe, manager, member services (613) 760-4553, or sandra.sutcliffe@aiac.ca.
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Founded in May 2002 and based in Ottawa, Zoom Airlines operates scheduled service between Canada and the United Kingdom, France and Italy as well as charter flights from Canada to the Caribbean and Southern United States.
Zoom Airlines brings more Europe to Canadians hen Zoom Airlines first
W
During Zoom’s early days, ex-pat
started flying to the U.K.
travellers to Britain took advantage of
from Canada in the summer
the carrier’s economic airfares. And
of 2003 it was a niche carrier for U.K.
while Zoom continues to attract ex-pats
leisure travel, operating flights from five
with the lowest scheduled airfares across
Canadian cites to four centres in the U.K.
the Atlantic, it has also hit a sweet spot
Five years later Zoom has transformed
with boomers and young travellers who
itself into an international transatlantic
are looking for a Canadian carrier that
carrier for value-conscious Canadian
provides value, but not at the expense of
travellers and expects to carry nearly half-
comfort and flight flexibility.
a-million Canadians to Europe in 2008.
“At one time air travel was a
The addition of Rome to Zoom’s
special experience,” said Kris Dolinki,
U.K. and Paris routes coincides with
chief executive officer, Zoom Airlines.
the growing popularity of Europe as an
“Too often today it’s not. At Zoom, we
overseas destination for Canadians.
have put ourselves in the seat of our
According to Statistics Canada, seven
customers and asked ourselves what
of the top 15 overseas destinations for
would we want if we were taking a
Canadians are located in Europe and
transatlantic flight and it comes down
over the period 2001-2006 the number
to four things: seating comfort, friendly
of Canadians travelling to these seven
on-board service, flight flexibility and of
European countries increased by 37 per
course, an affordable air ticket.
cent.
“Our customer care philosophy is
The U.K., which is still the number one
built around these four areas and are
European destination for Canadians, also
the reasons why 40 per cent of our
remains the number one transatlantic
customers are repeat Zoom passengers
destination for Zoom. The airline now
or referrals and why we have been able
serves five destinations in the United
to expand our transatlantic service every
Kingdom (London, Glasgow, Manchester,
year.”
Cardiff and Belfast) from seven Canadian
Zoom’s flexible booking system
cities (Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg
allows passengers to buy one-way tickets
Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Halifax).
and travel without any restrictions,
Zoom will operate 27 flights per week
such as staying over a Saturday night.
to the U.K. this summer, including daily
Additionally, Zoom allows customers to
flights from Vancouver and Toronto,
fly into one of its European destinations
while its service to Paris, which now
and home from another without
represents 25 per cent of the airline’s
additional fees or charges.
passengers, will see seven flights per week.
For more information, visit www. flyzoom.com.
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A polar bear and cub on an iceberg in the Arctic islands. Photo by Alexander Kutskiy.
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Rare polar voyage to world’s largest nature preserve
F
are used for ice reconnaissance, aerial
or travellers looking to get far off
• Svalbard archipelago, the world’s
the beaten track this summer,
northernmost inhabited land (land
sightseeing
a rare Arctic expedition may fit
that humans share with polar
Between landings, guests can socialize
bears);
in the ship’s lounge and bar, heated
the bill. “All voyages to our planet’s polar
• Northeast Greenland National Park,
regions are special, but the Arctic Islands
a UNESCO Biosphere reserve larger
expedition visits places that few other
than the state of Texas.
people will ever see,” said Pat Shaw,
Over the course of the voyage,
president of Connecticut-based Quark
travellers will visit known habitat of
Expeditions. “This voyage is offered only
polar bears, whales, seals, Arctic foxes,
once or twice a decade.”
walrus and reindeer. The trip includes
The 2008 Arctic Islands voyage runs from July 21 to August 6. The expedition
an overnight stop in Helsinki, Finland, known as “the Belle of the Baltics.” The expedition is offered on Kapitan
will include shore landings in:
and
shore
excursions.
indoor swimming pool, exercise room and sauna. Quark Expeditions is the leader in polar adventure travel. Quark operated the
first-ever
passenger
voyage
to the North Pole, and the first full circumnavigation of Antarctica. Cabins can be booked through Quark Expeditions by calling 1-800-356-5699.
• Franz Josef Land, a former Soviet
Khlebnikov, a helicopter-equipped, polar-
For more information about the
“national security zone,” off-limits
class icebreaker. Khlebnikov carries only
Arctic Islands itinerary, visit www.
to foreigners until recently;
108 guests. The ship’s two helicopters
quarkexpeditions.com/arctic/.
PAMEA’s Symposium deemed a success
T
he 2008 Pacific Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Association’s
(PAMEA)
Aircraft
Maintenance
Symposium and Trade Show held January 28-30 at
the River Rock Casino Hotel, provided attendees with .an opportunity to renew old friendships and meet new people in the aviation maintenance world. Thanks were extended to outgoing president John Latta as chair of the Symposium Committee and to Mike Timperley and Steve Dandridge for their planning and
organizing efforts.
The newly elected Board, headed by 2009 president Larry Bell, has already begun to implement a strategy that includes planned visits to major centres to increase membership and to ensure that members are kept up-todate with the key issues facing national AMEs at the government level. For further information, visit www.pamea.com.
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NOTICE:
The Sea Island Employee Affiliate Program All employees of companies on Sea Island may purchase or lease a new Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep for 2% Over Invoice*, net of all factory incentives, with full disclosure and no haggling... It’s that simple. Employees of Air Canada and certain companies may be eligible for further Chrysler incentives. Contact
Gary Cross Fleet & Lease Manager
Vancouver Chrysler Dodge Jeep
glcross@gmail.com
1577 Main St Vancouver, BC V6A 2W5
* Some ineligible models.
604-687-5337
1 800-973-5892 or
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Everything’s coming up cherry blossoms
I
n celebration of B.C.’s 150th year,
comprehensive landscaping program
YVR’s landscaping team is planting
features a four-season effect that will
150 cherry trees at YVR in 2008.
grow and evolve over time. By the end of
Landscapers have already planted 18
2009, more than 1,000 plants, including
Akebono cherry trees and 15 Kwanzan
magnolia, plum and dogwood trees,
cherry trees by Templeton Road and
evergreens, poplars and ground cover
Grant McConachie Way.
will have been planted to beautify the
Akebono trees, commonly known as
land surrounding Grant McConachie Way
Daybreak cherry trees, typically blossom
and along the new Canada Line route.
in late March with a shell pink flower,
Stands of conifers and groves of trees will
fading to nearly white.
supplement masses of seasonal shrubs
Travel Talk
New service helps with overseas travel trauma
F
rom
Terminal
5
chaos
at
Heathrow to violence in Oaxaca City, today’s globetrotter can
encounter a myriad of emergencies, often complicated by language barriers.
The Kwanzan cherry tree is the most
and grasses that will frame stunning
That’s why BCAA Travel, one of the
widely planted cherry tree in Vancouver
views of the North Shore Mountains.
largest travel agencies in B.C., is offering
and typically flowers in late April or May
Planting techniques will help to integrate
customers a new 24-hour Traveller’s
with pink and purple flowers.
the Canada Line more naturally with Sea
Helpline, putting them in toll-free touch
Island’s estuary landscape.
with professional travel assistance,
YVR’s cherry trees will be joined by an additional 220 flowering trees,
So when you’re driving along Grant
including dogwoods, to be planted along
McConachie Way toward YVR, enjoy the
the same corridor this spring.
sight of flowers trees in bloom, courtesy
The
Airport
Authority’s
of YVR.
anytime, anywhere in the world. Following are some of the scenarios Pictured (L to R): Airport Authority employees Dave Ball, Peter Harlow and John Lenahan plant an Akebono cherry tree along Grant McConachie Way to help beautify the route.
that BCAA’s new service can counsel customers on. • A civil unrest or natural disaster. In the event of a disaster, pay close attention to your personal security and monitor media for updates on the situation. Keep a low profile, avoid protests and large gatherings and maintain contact with your family to inform them of your situation. Canadians are encouraged to sign-up with the Registration of Canadians Abroad (ROCA) service to be contacted and assisted by government officials during an emergency. • There’s no record of a reservation you’ve made. Arrive at the hotel or the car-rental counter with a confirmation number and a printout of your reservation. If there’s no evidence of your booking, think about how it was made—third party or in a spouse’s name—and ask the front desk clerk to search again. If nothing turns up and you’ve booked through BCAA Travel, their 24-hour Traveller’s Helpline will provide assistance. Confirming reservations and special request a few days before arrival (late arrival, nonsmoking room, car seat), can help prevent mishaps. • Your flight has been cancelled. The airline is responsible for getting passengers on its next departure with open seats. Waiting at the airport counter isn’t the only option—BCAA’s 24-hour Traveller’s Helpline may be a quicker way to rebook. • You’ve lost your passport. Notify your consulate immediately and local police department in case your passport is handed in. To replace your passport, you will need to establish your identity. One idea is to make digital copies of your driver’s license, passport, visas, insurance policy and credit card and e-mail the files to an account you can access through the Web. Also, leave paper copies with a family member. • Your luggage is damaged or lost. If
See TRAVEL TRAUMA page 11
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Mexicana to join oneworld airline alliance
Mexicana, the leading carrier in
and, as affiliates, LAN Argentina, LAN
worldwide
Mexico and Central America, is to join
Ecuador, Dragon air and five other
oneworld’s customer services and
the oneworld airline alliance. At the same
carriers in the Japan Airlines group.
benefits.
time, Mexicana’s low-cost subsidiary
Mexicana’s
invitation
to
join
Once
are
ready
to
provide
its
pre-joining
are
sufficiently
oneworld was sealed at a ceremony
requirements
as an affiliate member.
last month in Los Angeles, attended by
progressed, an exact date in 2009
its chief executive officer Manuel Borja
take 12 to 18 months to complete, with
with his counterparts from all 10 of
Iberia supporting Mexicana through
oneworld’s established member airlines
these tasks, as its prime oneworld
and oneworld managing partner John
sponsor, assisted by American Airlines.
McCulloch.
Mexicana provides 11 non-stop flights per week to Mexico City from
all
Click Mexicana also will join the alliance Their joining process is expected to
will be confirmed for it to join.
Vancouver International Airport. For more information on Mexicana, visit www.mexicana.com.
Travel Trauma from page 10 luggage is destroyed or lost, you
lost monies if you’re too sick to
For Mexicana, joining oneworld will
Mexicana is the biggest non-U.S.
must list all the items inside to get
begin your travels or need to return
strengthen its competitive offering and
airline operating at Los Angeles, which
reimbursed. When delays occur,
home unexpectedly. If you don’t
is its biggest hub outside Mexico.
airlines may advance cash to
have coverage and are critically
its financial position. For oneworld, adding Mexicana will
With the alliance’s existing members
passengers or reimburse them for
injured, the nearest Canadian
expand the alliance’s network in Mexico
serving 11 points in Mexico, Mexicana’s
necessary items, such as toiletries
government office abroad can
and Central America, and enable it to
addition will expand to 35 points the
and a change of clothes. Ask how
arrange medical evacuation and
build further on its airline grouping
alliance’s network in Mexico, which is the
to proceed before leaving the
support, at your expense.
serving Latin America.
world’s 11th most populous country, the
airport, as you’ll need to fill out
“We not only want to help our
12th biggest economy and the seventh
forms and keep receipts. Always
customers before their trip, but
alliance with any airline members
most
label your bags clearly.
during and after as well,” said BCAA
based in South America--through LAN
attracting more than 20-million foreign
Airlines and its sisters LAN Argentina,
visitors a year.
Oneworld is already the only global
popular
tourist
destination,
LAN Ecuador and LAN Peru. American
Oneworld’s existing members already
Airlines is the leading airline serving the
serve almost 110 airports throughout
region internationally, and Iberia is the
Latin America. Mexicana’s addition will
leading carrier between Latin America
extend that to more than 130.
and Europe.
In the months ahead, Mexicana will
Mexicana’s addition to oneworld
adapt key internal process to conform
comes after a year that has seen the
with oneworld’s requirements, link its
alliance complete its biggest expansion
IT systems to those of its oneworld
drive, with 11 airlines joining in 2007—
partners and carry out an extensive
Japan Airlines, Malév Hungarian Airlines
employee training and communications
and Royal Jordanian as full members
programmes to ensure that its staff
• You’ve been a victim of crime. If
travel services director, Dale Urquhart.
you have been assaulted, robbed or
“Obviously we want to mitigate any
threatened with violence, contact
foreseen problems before they go, but
local authorities immediately. At
sometimes travel plans don’t always
the same time, you should report
work out perfectly. That’s where
the matter to the nearest Canadian
BCAA’s 24-hour Traveller’s Helpline
government office abroad.
can make a real difference—it gives that
travellers the tools to nip the problem
point, you’ll realize the value of
in the bud before it completely
travel medical insurance. Trip
destroys their holiday.”
• You’re
really
sick.
At
cancellation or trip interruption insurance will compensate you for
For more information, visit www. bcaa.com/wps/portal.
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Boeing delays 787 delivery Around the world, 25 Boeing 787 airplanes are in various stages of production. This number includes the static and fatigue airframes, which will not be delivered to customers. Since its launch in April 2004 the 787 Dreamliner has amassed nearly 900 firm orders valued at US$151-billion from 58 airlines.
L
ast month, Air New Zealand had
Zealand has retained sufficient flexibility
confirmation from Boeing that it
in its existing portfolio of leased and
can expect a delay in the delivery
owned aircraft to ensure no capacity
of its first Boeing 787-9 aircraft.
shortfall arises during this period,” said
Boeing had announced in January
Air New Zealand chief financial officer
that the first flight of the 787 had been
Rob McDonald. “However, we are yet to
moved from the end of the first quarter
determine if there will be any impact
of 2008 to around the end of the second
on our network expansion plans. We
quarter to provide additional time to
are obviously very disappointed that
complete assembly of the first airplane.
in the current environment of high jet
Air New Zealand has eight 787-9
fuel prices, we will not be able to take
aircraft on order, with delivery of the
advantage of the significantly improved
first initially expected around the end
economics that this aircraft will provide
of 2010, and all aircraft to be delivered
in the timeframes we initially expected.”
by late 2013.
Air New Zealand also has four 777-
The delivery of the first aircraft is now likely in early 2012.
300ER aircraft on order from Boeing, which will be delivered in 2010 and 2011.
As a result of the delay, Air
Their delivery remains on schedule and
New Zealand will be entering into
will allow Air New Zealand to continue
compensation discussions with Boeing.
to grow capacity over this period as
“While
disappointed,
Air
New
planned.
we’re
here for
you!
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China to build its own jets A
ccording to China’s government
which would be the first regional jet
news agency, Xinhua, China has
developed and produced by China. It is to
established Commercial Aircraft
be test flown later this year and deliveries
Corp. to build regional commercial jets,
General Electric’s aircraft leasing
country’s reliance on Boeing and Airbus
arm said in March that it had signed
for jumbo jets.
a preliminary agreement to buy five
capitalization of 19-billion yuan, or $2.72the Shanghai government being among
181 ARJ21s, almost all from Chinese
the major shareholders, along with
carriers.
China Aviation Industry Corp. I and
Chinese airlines, which Airbus estimates
China Aviation Industry Corp. II, China’s
will need about 2,650 new passenger jets in
two main aircraft manufacturing and
the next 20 years, have been placing large
servicing companies.
orders with Boeing and Airbus in recent years to help keep pace with the country’s rapid economic growth.
Money Matters
By PETER KUTNEY
Is your family at risk for ‘affluenza’?
M
ost people are familiar with
exacerbates the disease. The more goods
the influenza virus, which is
acquired, the greater the need. Affluenza
known to be contagious and
also complicates lives, since all those
sometimes deadly. There is another ‘virus,’ termed
cars, motorcycles, toys, etc., require time and effort to look after.
“affluenza,” which is perhaps less well
Affluenza may have originated in the
known, but shares the same contagious
U.S., but it has spread to Canada and
and painful symptoms. A British psychologist, Oliver James, coined the term to describe a “contagious middleclass ‘virus’ causing anxiety, depression, addiction and ennui,” which stems from a hunger for more money, and for more
other countries. Interestingly, affluenza is absent, for the most part, from poor, developing countries. Since we live in a consumer society it is difficult to eliminate the affluenza virus, but there are some ways to vaccinate yourself and your family:
possessions. According to James, those
• Pay as you go: Do not purchase any
with affluenza value the style and brand
consumer items on credit. Period.
of a product more than substance or quality. This ‘virus’ tends to be more prevalent in the teenage to 40-plus age groups, but can be found in all demographics. Affluenza is the product of a society where advertising and hype leads one to believe that happiness will only be achieved when the latest and most up-to-date equipment, car, or clothes are acquired. Many in our society have fallen for the idea that we should measure
• Develop
a
culture
of
saving.
Encourage savings and investment accounts, and learn the benefit of saving today for future expenses. • Foster a culture of service. Serving and assisting others in your neighborhood or family will help fight affluenza. • Stop
the
flood
advertisements:
of
flyers/
send
them
immediately to the recycle bin. • Watch less TV. Read more. Avoid the mall. • Learn to say “no” to unneeded
our success by how much money
purchases.
or possessions we have managed to
As a financial planner, I see many
accumulate. Gone are the days when
families battling the affluenza virus.
people were judged by their integrity,
Unlike influenza, the affluenza virus is
their impact and their involvement and
one of choice. Those who ‘vaccinate’
contribution to the community. Often,
themselves are usually resistant to the
those with affluenza also have substantial
virus, while those who don’t increasingly
consumer debt because of shopping and
become burdened with debt.
spending habits. Affluenza is painful because buying more and more products does not lead to happiness or security—it simply
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Artist’s impression of the ARJ21 Xiangfeng (Flying Phoenix) in flight. The aircraft is a twin-engined regional airliner and is the first passenger jet to be developed and indigenously produced by the People’s Republic of China.
foreign customer. There are total orders for about
China Aviation Industry Corp. I
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ARJ21s, the first order from a major
billion, with the central government and
unveiled a 90-seat ARJ21-700 last year,
2008
are scheduled to begin in 2009.
with a goal of eventually reducing the
Shanghai-based, the company has a
MAY
Peter Kutney is a financial planner with Partners in Planning Financial Services. He can be reached at (604) 438-1603, or pkutney@telus.net.
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We are currently recruiting for these great full-time and part-time opportunities: • • • •
Vancouver Airport Rental Sales Agents Vehicle Service Agents Vehicle Shuttlers
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Vancouver Downtown Rental Sales Agents Vehicle Service Agents
Starting wage
$11.44 to $11.84/hr plus bonus Applicants must hold valid Class 5 BC DL with min. 3 years driving experience. Rental Sales Agent applicants must have previous sales and customer service experience; type min. 30 wpm and computer knowledge.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
ACCOMMADATION FOR RENT
CLUBS / ORGANIZATIONS
Hiring for Flight Instructors
One-Bedroom
Vancouver Chapter of Fellowship of Christian airline personnel www.fcap.org has regular meetings and events. E-mail
New generation flight training school, Sea Land Air Flight Centre at Boundary Bay Airport (CZBB) in BC is now hiring for instructors for DA20 & DA40 aircraft. Base salary plus hourly commission for classes I, II, & III instructors. Both F/T and P/T positions available. Company benefit package also for F/T. Interested individuals should send résumés to jobs@sealandair. ca or fax to 604-638-1919, or visit www.SeaLandAir.ca
Apartment Close to airport. Newer building. Hardwood floors. No pets. Secured parking. $875 per month, includes utilities. Please leave message at
(604) 279-2579
jayjamescanada@yahoo.ca for information.
E-mail résumé to: wongm@nationalcar.com or by fax to: 604-273-5355
Consider a career in aviation HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES Harbour Air Seaplanes is the largest all-seaplane
HANDLEX provides ground-handling and airport services to several airlines at international airports in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver. These include passenger services, baggage handling and aircraft cleaning. Handlex has 1200 employees in
company in the world, and voted one of B.C.’s
Canada and is a member of the international
top-40 employers. We are currently recruiting for
Transat A.T. family. This integrated company
these great full-time opportunities:
specializes in organizing, marketing and distributing travel holidays. A leader in Canada, Transat is also active in more than
Chief Pilot The Chief Pilot is responsible to the Operations Manager for the direction of safe
Join our Vancouver team as a:
CABIN SERVICE ATTENDANT (GROOMING) Clean aircraft interiors and exteriors with the help of specialized equipment.
STATION ATTENDANT (RAMP) Responsible for the loading and unloading of aircrafts (handle luggage and drive airside vehicles). Carry our aircraft marshalling. • Be able to lift heavy objects; • Have the capacity to work under various climatic conditions; • Hold a valid driver’s licence, Class 5. For this position, a parking space and uniforms will be provided by the employer.
60 countries and plays a key role in the world’s tourism industry.
flight operations, and the professional standards of the Flight Crew. Requirements:
OTHER REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE FOR BOTH POSITIONS:
• Must be available to work on various shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays) and split shifts; • Must have either Canadian Citizenship or Landed Immigrant Status; • Enjoy working in a team environment.
Transport Canada Commercial Pilot’s License and Current Class 1 Medical; 3,500 hours
HANDLEX offers a progressive hourly wage
of fixed wing PIC; 1,000 hours float time; Previous management and/or leadership
based on collective agreements, as well
experience; Demonstrated computer knowledge and experience working in a
as a complete range of benefits including
Send your CV by mail to:
pension plans, group insurance, and TRAVEL
5959 Côte-Vertu Blvd. W. Montreal, Quebec H4S 2E6 By fax: 514-906-5547 By e-mail: cv@handlex.ca Web site: www.handlex.com
Window-based platform; Extensive knowledge under Part 7 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations, 703 and 704 Operations.
AMEs and Apprentice AMEs We are seeking licensed and Apprentice AMEs to join our Richmond Base Team. AME Requirements: AME license, M1; Experience with multiple aircraft types – DeHavilland DHC 2, DC 3 (T), DHC 6; Piston and Turbine experience; Radial and PT6 experience; Ability to carry out sheet metal repairs; Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fastpaced environment. Apprentices must have Transport Canada-accredited Aircraft Maintenance M1 course.
For complete position details visit www.harbouriar.ca. To apply, email your résumé to hr@harbourair.ca.
PRIVILEGES with Air Transat.
Handlex is committed to employment equity.
Students are encouraged to apply!
Only candidates meeting all requirements will be contacted.
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