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JUNE 2008
CELEBRATING 15 YEARS
US Airways connects Vancouver with the ‘City of Brotherly Love’ A US Airways Airbus A319 aircraft makes its’ airport landing approach.
U
S Airways has begun seasonal
daily at 5:50 p.m., arriving at Vancouver
non-stop
International Airport at 8:51 p.m.
service
between
its gateway at Philadephia
“We’re committed to growing both domestic and international service from
International Airport and Vancouver. This new service complements US
our Philadelphia hub and new seasonal
Airways’ existing service to Vancouver
Vancouver service is a testament to
from its Las Vegas and Phoenix hubs.
that end,” said Andrew Nocella, US
The new route will be operated using Airbus A319 aircraft in a 124-seat
Airways’ chief of schedule planning and alliances. The Star Alliance service runs
configuration. Philadelphia-bound flight US848
through September 2, providing US
departs Vancouver daily at 9:56 p.m.,
Airways’ best-in-class service, meals and
arriving in Philadelphia at 6:00 a.m. the
in-flight entertainment. Customers may book flights at www.
following day. Vancouver-bound
flight
US847
departs Philadelphia International Airport
usairways.com, or by calling 1-800-4284322.
Vancouver Airport Authority partners with Citi Infrastructure Investors
Lynden Pindling International Airport is the largest airport in The Bahamas and the largest international gateway into the country.
V
ancouver Airport Authority recently partnered with Citi
company. In only 12 years, YVRAS has
brings its extensive global connections,
will become CII’s exclusive platform for
grown from three people and a bold
long-term capital and an in-depth
investing in airport assets.
idea into a major airport development
understanding of airport investment
YVRAS was selected in 2007 by the
company, operating 18 airports in seven
to YVRAS. In turn, CII is attracted to
B.C. Ministry of Economic Development
countries.
YVRAS for its innovation, operational
and
YVRAS, a subsidiary of Vancouver
excellence and proven track record in
Exporters as the B.C. Export Company of
running airports, first developed at
the Year in the Professional and Services
in-B.C. success story. And by taking
YVR. This long-term, complementary
Category. It has exported its operational
the excellence of B.C. and YVR into the
partnership will see CII acquire 50 per
excellence and airport expertise to 18
international market, YVRAS can help
cent of the shares of YVRAS, and YVRAS
here at home.
Airport Authority, is North America’s
Founded in 2007 with offices in New
(CII) to pursue potential airport
leading global airport investment,
York and London, CII is one of the largest
opportunities through YVR Airport
management
financial institutions in the world. CII
and
development
Readers’ Choice Awards
Favourite YVR shop, service and restaurant
E
A
air
ir Canada, Air Transat, Sunwing
In addition to existing city-pairs
and WestJet Airlines have been
for which carriers have already been
designated to operate additional
designated, the following city pairing for
services
between
Vancouver
recently expanded bilateral air transport
designated to operate all-cargo air
favourite YVR shop, service and restaurant
services between Canada and Mexico.
in the SkyTalk Readers’ Choice Awards.
“I am pleased with these increased
Ballot boxes are placed throughout the
services, which will provide more options
terminals, at Merchants at YVR locations and
for Canadians travelling and shipping
Customer Information Counters for voters to
goods to Mexico,” said the Honourable
deposit their ballots.
Lawrence Cannon, Minister of Transport
Entrants voting for their favourite YVR shop,
Infrastructure and Communities, who
service and restaurant were automatically entered
made the announcement. “This increase
to win weekly draws and were included in a grand
in scheduled air services represents
prize draw for a trip for two to any destination
our
Celebrating its fourth anniversary, the Readers’ Choice Awards campaign was a great success with
(Left to right) Julian Asuncion from YVR’s retail and passenger services presents Dario and Lisa Musa with the grand-prize certificate for a trip for two to any destination served by Zoom Airlines from Vancouver.
See READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS page 4
See MEXICO page 4
and Mexico, in accordance with the
In addition, Cargojet has been
travelling public are invited to vote for their
See YVRAS page 3
More choices for Vancouverites flying to Mexico
agreement between the two countries.
ach year, airport employees and the
serviced by Zoom Airlines from Vancouver.
and
The partnership signals a new
Investors
Infrastructure
Manufacturers
phase of growth for this great made-
support YVR’s gateway growth strategy
Services Ltd. (YVRAS).
Canadian
government’s
commitment
to
inside:
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YVRAS from page 1 airports in seven countries around the
airport served more than half-a-million
world, including Canada, the Caribbean,
passengers in 2007.
Chile, and Cyprus.
Chile
Like YVR, airports in the YVRAS network strive to offer first-class
Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport, Santiago
facilities, customer care and a unique
Recognized as “Best airport in
sense of place. Together, YVRAS airports
Latin America,” Chile’s largest airport
served more than 29-million passengers
welcomed
in 2007.
passengers in 2007.
more
than
8.4-million
JUNE
|
2008
YVR SKYTALK
• 3
President’s Corner
By LARRY BERG, President and Chief Executive Officer
YVR Airport Services: A B.C. business success story
L
ast month, we announced an exciting new business
airports are as different as the places in which they are located,
partnership. Recognizing the opportunity for growth in
they share several commonalities—first-class facilities, the best
airport management, the Airport Authority entered into
in customer care, and a unique sense of place—first cultivated
Cyprus
travel through one of these YVRAS-
a partnership with Citi Infrastructure Investors (CII), a division of
Larnaka and Pafos International
operated airports:
Airports
Citigroup and one of the largest financial institutions in the world.
Since its inception in 1994, YVRAS has steadily grown to
YVRAS is the lead operator in
By joining with a leader in investment and infrastructure funding,
manage and operate airports that welcomed more than 29
Lynden Pindling International Airport,
Cyprus. Since assuming management
we can now actively look for potential airport opportunities
million customers last year alone. It is a recognized leader in
Nassau
and operations in 2006, YVRAS has
through YVR Airport Services Ltd. (YVRAS).
global airport investment, with roots here in B.C. and extending
On your next trip, you may well
The Bahamas
here at YVR.
In 2006, YVRAS signed a 10-year
been monitoring and administrating
contract for the development and
the construction of two new terminals
management of the fourth busiest
for these airports, which collectively
invests, manages and develops airports around the world. Many
This partnership is a good fit for both YVR and CII; it highlights
airport in the Caribbean, welcoming
handled seven-million passengers in
don’t realize that YVRAS manages 18 airports in seven countries
how the expertise we have here in B.C. is recognized and valued
more than three-million passengers in
2007. The new terminal at Pafos airport
across three continents including Canada, the Bahamas, Chile,
on an international scale. CII saw the exceptional level of care
2007.
is scheduled to open November 2008.
Cyprus, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica and Turks and Caicos.
in facilities, customer relationships and airport management
Canada
The new terminal at Larnaka airport is
What makes this partnership a true success story is that 12
scheduled to open November 2009.
Cranbrook Airport, B.C. Located in the largest town in the East Kootenay region of the Rockies, Cranbrook Airport welcomed more than 98,000 passengers in 2007. A terminal expansion project will be completed in 2008.
Dominican Republic
short years ago, YVRAS started with three people and a big idea,
YVRAS operates a network of six Dominican
Republic
airports
for
Since assuming operations for the Fort St. John airport in 1997, YVRAS has
and has grown to become a leader in airport management. Last
Aerodom, which collectively welcomed
year, the B.C. Government and Canadian Manufacturers and
more than 4.2-million passengers in
Exporters recognized that leadership when it named YVRAS the
2007. These are:
BC Professional and Services Exporter of 2007.
Las Américas International Airport,
Fort St. John Airport, B.C.
YVRAS is a subsidiary company of the Airport Authority that
as far away as the Mediterranean.
throughout the network that YVRAS manages. We welcome CII to our team as they bring extensive global connections, management expertise and a keen understanding of airport infrastructure investment to the table. Starting with a big idea and growing it into an internationally recognized airport management leader is an accomplishment we
Recognizing the success of YVR’s management and operating
can all be proud of. YVRAS has successfully taken the excellence
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International
philosophy, YVRAS saw an opportunity to market this expertise on
of B.C. and YVR to the international stage, while also helping
Santo Domingo Airport, Santo Domingo
led the development of a new terminal
a national and international scale. From attracting new airlines to
support YVR’s gateway for growth here at home. And with this
Gregorio Luperón International
and
Airport, Puerto Plata
maximizing airport retail opportunities, YVRAS implements best
partnership, we look forward to a new phase of growth for this
practices from YVR in each of its 18 airports. And while these
made-in-B.C. success story.
runway
and
airport
lighting
system upgrades for this airport, which
María Montez International Airport,
serves B.C.’s North Peace region. The
Barahona
airport welcomed more than 119,000
El Catey International Airport, Samaná
passengers in 2007.
Arroyo Barril International Airport,
Kamloops Airport, B.C.
Samaná
Located in the heart of B.C.’s Interior,
Name that Aircraft
Jamaica
Kamloops Airport welcomed more than
Sangster International Airport,
200,000 passengers in 2007.
Montego Bay, Jamaica Located in one of the world’s most
John C. Munro Hamilton International
Last month’s winner:
Marcia Hopkins
popular tourist destinations, Sangster
Airport, Ontario An alternative to Toronto’s Pearson
International
welcomed
3.5-million
International, Hamilton served more
visitors to Montego Bay in 2007.
than 662,000 passengers in 2007, and
Turks & Caicos
offers scheduled airline service to
Providenciales International Airport,
Canadian cities and seasonal charters
Providenciales
to U.S. and European destinations. The
JAGS McCartney International Airport,
airport is also home to one of Canada’s
Grand Turk
leading aviation museums.
Attracting scores of tourists, these
Greater Moncton International Airport,
two airports collectively served 786,000
New Brunswick
visitors in 2007.
Well-situated to serve the travel needs of Atlantic Canada residents, the
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2008
Mexico from page 1 scheduled air services from Vancouver to Mexico have been added:. Air Canada
December 9, 2009. Sunwing
Appointment Notice
Amit D. Rikhy Appointed Vice President, Business Development of Vancouver Airport Services
international air transportation policy,
V
Mr. Rikhy will report to George H. Casey,
as one of the pre-eminent investors and
all Canadian air carriers may apply to
YVRAS’ President and Chief Executive
managers of airports worldwide. Airport
December 9, 2009.
the Minister for designation to operate
Officer, and will oversee the Company’s
investment and privatization is stronger
Vancouver-Puerto Vallarta—effective
scheduled international services.
business
activities,
than ever and given the recent addition
including the origination and execution
of Citi Infrastructure Investors as a
of airport investment and management
shareholder YVRAS is in even a stronger
opportunities globally.
position for continued growth and value. I
Vancouver-Huatulco.
Vancouver-Cancun Vancouver-Mazatlan
Air Transat Vancouver-Huatulco
Vancouver-Puerto Vallarta.
Vancouver-San Jose del Cabo.
Under the provisions of Canada’s
WestJet Vancouver-Mazatlan Vancouver-Cancun—effective
Events in The Castle! • Thursday Night Blues
ancouver
Airport
(YVRAS)
announced
Services the
appointment of Amit D. Rikhy as
development
Mr. Casey commented, “We are
look forward to the opportunity and I am
pleased to have Amit in this role. While
excited about the company’s potential,”
serving the Company in the capacity of
said Mr. Rikhy.
Senior Director, Business Development, YVRAS’ most significant investments and bids. Amit brings 20-years of experience and leadership, having worked with
Readers’ Choice Awards from page 1
numerous major institutional investors and lenders, and having been responsible for successfully managing and executing projects in the airports sector. He is a welcomed addition to our senior management team.”
and Project Development for Airport Group International (AGI), an airport management
and
development
and airline service company based President, Strategic Planning for Strategic
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Amit D. Rikhy
he has played a leading role in some of
in California. He also served as Vice
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development. “YVRAS has developed a reputation
Director of Corporate Investments
Adjacent the marina at the Delta Vancouver Airport Hotel 3500 Cessna Drive, Richmond
of studies on aviation policy and airport
Vice President, Business Development.
Previously, Mr. Rikhy served as
Kitchen open till midnight daily with full Menu.
studies. Mr. Rikhy has also led a number
Partners Holdings Ltd., an affiliate of STV Group, and as Vice President of
more than five thousand votes tallied. This year’s category winners were: • Favourite place to shop at YVR: The Body Shop • Favourite place to eat at YVR: Tim Hortons • Favourite service provider at YVR: Absolute Spa. The Body Shop and Tim Horton’s
Weekly draw prize winners of cases of Coca-Cola were: Jay Dela Cruz; Ed Herridge; Sarah Reid; Patti Mills; Ann Tye; Cecilia Young; Keith Vandernaker; Adeline Johnston; Charanjeet Sandhu; and Phlip Huang. The 2008 Readers’ Choice Sponsors were:
are repeat winners from last year, with
SkyTalk; YVRAA; Zoom Airlines;
Absolute Spa returning as a winner after
Coca-Cola; Harbour Air Seaplanes—
having been replaced by the BC Lottery
Premier Sponsors
Ticket Centre.
A&W; Fortune Wok; HMS Host
Group
The grand-prize winner of the trip for
(IMG), where he was responsible for
two, courtesy Zoom Airlines, was Dario
airport project development, advising
and Lisa Musa from Burnaby. The lucky
public and private-sector clients on
couple visited YVR in April to meet and
Vancouver; Virgin; Westcoast Liquor
airport
transactions
greet arriving friends and while waiting for
Company; The Body Shop; Vancouver
and financial, economic and planning
the flight’s arrival visited the airport’s food
Airport Florist; Salamandra Gifts &
court. A Burger King employee encouraged
Flowers; 7-Eleven—YVR Shops.
Infrastructure
Management
privatization
Medallist Bar & Grill; Wok n’ Roll; Tim Hortons—YVR Restaurants. Daily
News;
Postcards
from
them to participate in the Readers’ Choice
Absolute Spa at YVR; Plaza Premium
Awards with the words: “You never know,
Lounge; BC Lottery Ticket Centre; CDS
you just might win the draw.”
Baggage Services—YVR Services.
Dario and Lisa will have the choice of a return trip from London or Manchester,
Aviation World, Russ Baker Way, Richmond.
England; Paris, France; Belfast, Northern
SkyTalk offers congratulations to all
Ireland; Cardiff, Wales; or Glasgow,
winners and a special thank you to
Scotland; destinations served by Zoom
participating sponsors of this year’s
Airlines from Vancouver.
Readers’ Choice Awards.
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JUNE
|
2008
YVR SKYTALK
• 5
On April 14, 2008, Northwest Airlines announced it would be merging with Delta. Once in place, the “new” Delta would become the world’s largest carrier.
Delta leads way in reducing toxins in aircraft painting process
D
been
airline to offer customers the option
Air Traffic Control (ATC) system—
Delta offers daily flights from
award
to contribute toward the offset of
both in Europe and in the U.S.—
Vancouver to Atlanta, Georgia, and
by the U.S. Environmental
carbon emissions associated with air
that affords more direct aircraft
codeshares three daily flights to Salt
travel.
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Lake City, Utah.
elta
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Lines
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• A comprehensive on-board recycling
of PreKote, an environmentally friendly,
program that includes recycling
non-chromium surface pretreatment on
newspapers, snack containers, soda
its aircraft.
cans, water bottles and plastic cups.
PreKote Surface Pretreatment replaces
Proceeds from the expanded recycling
hazardous chemicals traditionally used
program benefit Habitat for Humanity.
to improve paint adhesion and prevent
Between June 2007 and April 2008,
corrosion. In addition, PreKote reduces
Delta diverted more than 285 tons of
water usage by two-thirds, significantly
recyclables from landfills.
reduces wastewater treatment and cuts
• Fuel
conservation
initiatives
such as weight reduction, engine
process time. “The PreKote product has resulted
refurbishment,
engine
washes,
in better and more consistent paint
the addition of blended winglets,
adhesion, which combined with a more
reduced
efficient process is a win-win for Delta
usage, and the implementation of
TechOps,” said Joseph McDermott,
continuous descent approaches and
director of base maintenance for Delta
new flight planning software have
TechOps.
improved fuel efficiency (in revenue
The environmentally friendly product
Auxiliary
Power
Unit
per cent between 2002 and 2007.
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• A 50 per cent reduction in water
With time improvement of eight to 10
consumption
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Safety and security at YVR
R
Airport
at some of the agencies that help make
services for aircraft arriving and
Detachment held Police Day
Canada’s air transportation system one
departing YVR.
at YVR to coincide with the
of the most secure in the world.
ecently,
the
RCMP
Government of Canada’s Police Week.
n RCMP policing services at the airport
n Canadian Air Transport Security
This interactive event allowed local
Authority (CATSA) is responsible for
security and enforcement agencies
pre-board screening of passengers
working at YVR to raise community
and their belongings, training and
awareness of the many policing and
certification of screening officers,
emergency services available at the
screening equipment, as well as the
airport and on Sea Island.
purchase, deployment, maintenance
The RCMP Safety Bear, a police dog in training and the Richmond RCMP
and operation of explosives detection
are provided through a contract with the City of Richmond. n Transport Canada is the Airport Authority’s
landlord,
and
is
responsible for the development of regulations and national standards for aviation, as well as for the implementation of air transportation
systems.
system monitoring, testing and
Mobile Command Post were all on hand
n Canada Border Services Agency
along with representatives from various
(CBSA) provides all of the services
safety and security partners working at
associated with crossing the border
YVR to answer questions from travelling
into Canada, either as a visitor, a
Protection provides pre-clearance
passengers.
returning resident, an importer of
for passengers departing YVR for
goods or an immigrant.
destinations in the United States.
For the average passenger flying through YVR, it may seem like the
n NAV
Canada and
coordinates
efficient
the
movement
Members of the CATSA Board of Directors with airport and CATSA personnel at YVR with RCMP Constable Karina Watson and Garvey, the dog.
inspections. n U.S.
Customs
and
Border
n The Airport Authority oversees
Airport Authority is responsible for
safe
all safety and security at the airport.
of aircraft in Canadian domestic
However, security at Canadian airports is
airspace and international airspace
multilayered and is the responsibility of
assigned to Canadian control. NAV
a number of different organizations that
Canada’s Vancouver Area Control
restricted areas, such as the airfield
cooperate to provide safe, convenient
Centre provides air traffic control,
or parts of the airfield with direct
24-hour air travel. Here’s a brief look
information services and alerting
access to aircraft.
day-to-day operations, including: maintaining overall airport security, including the airport perimeter and
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) 2783551, or summityvr@summitcb.com.
August 8-10, 2008
Abbotsford International Air Show
Abbotsford Airport, 30440 Liberator Avenue, Abbotsford, B.C. Static displays, pre-show flying events (model aircraft, antique aircraft, etc.), flying displays by the Canadian Snowbirds, USAF Thunderbirds, civilian aircraft and many more aviation features. Price: Adults (13+ years) $25; Carload Pass (8 passengers per vehicle) $80; Children (6-12) $10. For more information, call (604) 852-8511, or visit www.abbotsfordairshow.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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Summer runway 0perations at YVR
D
• 7
uring the summer of 2008,
maintenance, this work is scheduled
the Airport Authority will
during the summer to take advantage
undertake its annual Runway
of clearer weather and minimize the
Repair Program. Just like roads and
impact of aircraft noise to the airport’s
highways, YVR’s runway system requires
neighbouring communities.
regular, ongoing maintenance to keep
To replace the system, the north
them in top working condition. Though
runway ILS must be taken off-line. In
regular maintenance is performed daily, YVR undertakes repairs and projects each year that require a shutdown of the south runway, which is normally used on a 24-hour basis. This work is done over short, intensive periods in the summer months when the weather is best suited for these projects. Exact dates of runway closures will
clear weather, runway operations will proceed as usual. However, in poor visibility, the north runway will be required for departures to maintain safe and efficient airport operations. With this redistribution of operations, some people may notice more noise, while others may notice less. The frequency of north runway
be posted as more details are confirmed. Please check the Runway Repair section of the airport’s website (www.yvr.ca)
departures during this project is entirely weather dependent. The ILS Replacement Project will run
often for the latest information. In addition, NAV CANADA will
in two phases. The first phase started
replace the current Instrument Landing
on May 20 and will run to June 17. The
System (ILS) for the north runway this
second phase will take place from June
summer. The ILS Replacement Project
23 to July 21.
is required to improve the systems
For further information, please visit
that provide guidance information
the ILS Flight Checks section at www.yvr.
to landing aircraft. As with regular
ca.
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Good morning Philadelphia
T
his summer, YVR’s first U.S.bound
overnight
flight
will
Statute of “Rocky” outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
connect passengers with the
transportation hub of Philadelphia. But before you make a connecting flight, consider enjoying the ample sights and vibrant culture of the “city of brotherly love.” Philadelphia is some 3,865 kilometres from Vancouver and was once the most populous city in the U.S., serving as the nation’s first capital in the 1790s. Now Pennsylvania’s largest city with the sixth largest population in the U.S., Philadelphia is best known for American
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history, passionate sports fans and, most notably, cheesesteaks. like the 9th Street Italian Market or
All that salt and dough may leave
“Philly,” is home to the Independence
the Reading Terminal Market, both of
you parched; luckily, Philadelphia is also
Hall,
of
which claim to be the oldest and largest
home to many microbreweries, which
and
outdoor farmers markets in the United
may help reclaim the region’s past
adopted. Acclaimed as the “birthplace
States. Sit-down eateries are scattered
reputation as the greatest brewing city
of the United States,” the Hall is also
throughout the markets and are a great
in the Western Hemisphere.
the former home of the Liberty Bell
place to enjoy some of Philadelphia’s
The city also hosts a variety of
and is one of the main attractions in the
most delectable qualities. Don’t skip
festivals and events throughout the
Independence National Historical Park.
the chance to taste the legendary Philly
summer. Get a head start on travel
For a dose of pop culture, recreate
cheesesteak, a sandwich featuring
planning at the Official Visitor Site for
the famous scene in the movie “Rocky”
shredded beef smothered with melted
Greater Philadelphia.
by scaling the steps—hood and fists
cheese. Or enjoy one of Philly’s famed
Seasonal flights between YVR and
up—of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
soft pretzels, remnants of a strong
Philadelphia on US Airways began June 3
Once at the top, join one of the many
German influence during the early
and run through September 2, utilizing
informative tours offered daily through
history of Pennsylvania. The soft pretzel
Airbus A319 aircraft in a 124-seat
the museum, which is one of the largest
is sprinkled with coarse salt and said to
configuration.
in the U.S.
be most enjoyable when accompanied
Philadelphia, know affectionately as where
Independence
the was
Declaration debated
Visit one of Philly’s outdoor markets,
by a liberal squeeze of yellow mustard.
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Minister Emerson concludes successful visit to China
L
ast month, the Honourable David
Canada Pavilion with B.C. Premier Gordon
advance
transportation
Government of Canada is building on
by a delegation of Canadian business
Emerson, Minister of International
Campbell, Minister Emerson also took
cooperation with China reflect our
trade
and
a successful working partnership with
executives, including representatives
Trade and Minister for the Pacific
steps to strengthen trade and foster
commitment to position Canada as
China on projects related to the Asia-
from the forestry, agriculture/agri-food,
Gateway and the Vancouver-Whistler
transportation-related cooperation with
China’s key North American trade
Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative
manufacturing, mining and chemical
Olympics, wrapped up a successful visit
China in the context of Canada’s Asia-
partner, and to promote the Asia-
and that our ongoing dialogue will
sectors,
to China.
Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative
Pacific Gateway and Corridor as the
enhance Canada and North America’s
authorities, and freight forwarders.
(APGCI).
best trading route for Asia,” said
future trade relationships.”
In addition to participating in the official opening of the British Columbia
“The important steps we took to
Minister Emerson. “I am pleased that the
The Minister was accompanied
and
from
railways,
port
The visit to China accomplished two key objectives to strengthen the AsiaPacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative. On May 22, Minister Emerson hosted the Canada-China Trade and Logistics Development Forum. The purpose of this forum was to foster an ongoing dialogue between Canadian and Chinese private sector stakeholders for greater backhaul opportunities between both countries, and to explore opportunities for Canadian industries and manufacturers to meet Chinese demands now and in the future. Seizing the opportunity and making optimal use of marine containers for two-way trade flows would have significant growth potential for both Canada and China. Opportunities identified in this forum will strengthen the overall trade and transportation linkages between China and Canada. Minister Emerson also met with Ms. Ma Xiuhong, Vice-Minister of China’s Ministry of Commerce for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Ministry of Commerce of the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of the Government of Canada on
Cooperation
in
Infrastructure
Development. This MOU promotes twoway exchange of information on areas including investment and engineering opportunities in Canada and China and will benefit both countries. The
Asia-Pacific
Gateway
and
Corridor Initiative brings together infrastructure, policy, governance and operational issues in an integrated, multi-modal, public-private strategy to strengthen Canada’s competitive position in international commerce with the Asia-Pacific region. To establish Canada’s Pacific Gateway as the best transportation
network
facilitating
global supply chains between North America and Asia, Canada is exploring new and innovative ways to deepen trade and transportation linkages with emerging economies in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly with China.
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Air New Zealand pursues environmentally sustainable fuel alternatives
A
ir New Zealand is growing
environmentally sustainable fuel must
increasingly
confident
meet for its test flight program. These
commercial
quantities
that of
|
are social, technical and commercial.
environmentally sustainable fuels that
“Firstly, it must be environmentally
meet all the airline’s stringent criteria will
sustainable and not compete with existing
become available over the next few years.
food stocks,” said Fyfe. “Secondly, the
“Air New Zealand is absolutely
fuel must be at least as good as the
committed to being at the forefront
product we use today. Finally, it should
of testing environmentally sustainable
be significantly cheaper than existing
fuels for use in aviation and we are
fuel supplies and be readily available.” When seeds from the jatropha plant are crushed, the resulting oil can be processed to produce a high-quality biodiesel, while the residue can also be processed into biomass to power electricity plants. A hectare of jatropha produces 1,892 litres of fuel.
confident that our hard work with
The jatropha oil Air New Zealand
partners like Boeing together with the
is sourcing for refining for its test
efforts of many of our peers will see a
flight comes from South Eastern Africa
step change sooner than many people
(Malawi, Mozambique and Tanzania)
realize,” said the airline’s chief executive
and India. It was sourced from seeds
the necessary commercial quantities to
officer Rob Fyfe. “This fundamental
grown on environmentally sustainable
meet our needs within five years,” said
“Algae presents some extremely
shift in fuel options should be embraced
plantations.
Fyfe. “We have already had offers from
exciting possibilities for the aviation
Air New Zealand’s criteria for sourcing
organizations in Asia and Africa willing
industry and around the world hundreds
least 10 per cent of our total annual
the jatropha oil was that the land was
to guarantee enough supply to meet our
of scientists are working to crack the
needs coming from environmentally
neither forestland nor virgin grassland
2013 target.
process of turning it into commercial
sustainable fuels by 2013. Studies have
within the previous two decades. The
“These present particularly exciting
quantities of jet fuel,” said Fyfe. “Some
already shown that sustainable fuels
quality of the soil and climate is such
opportunities when placed against a
of the best brains are here in New
can lead to a significant reduction in
that the land is not suitable for the vast
backdrop of jet fuel prices that have
Zealand and we hope to be able to work
carbon emissions with a 40- to 50 per
majority of food crops. Furthermore,
recently been as high as CAD$177 and
with them and other supply partners as
cent lower carbon footprint on a life-
the plantations are rain fed and are not
a cost for jatropha that is at least 20- to
we strive to do our part to ensure that
cycle basis.”
mechanically irrigated.
30 per cent cheaper.”
Air New Zealand and our nation make
by the industry and we aim to see at
Air New Zealand’s next step in
“Jatropha satisfies all our criteria and
Jatropha is unlikely to be the only
leading the global pursuit of proving
furthermore it is likely to be available in
fuel that Air New Zealand is involved
in testing.
tangible steps toward improving our environment.”
and commercializing sustainable fuels for use in air travel will be the world’s first flight test on a large passenger aircraft using fuel sourced from the plant jatropha. The Air New Zealand Boeing 747400 Rolls Royce-powered test flight is expected to take place in Auckland in the last quarter of this year, subject to final regulatory approvals and fuel testing by the engine manufacturer. Jatropha is a plant that grows to
Singapore Airlines increases fuel surcharge
S
ingapore Airlines has increased its
adjustments will offer only partial relief
jet fuel. As such, the airline will continue to
fuel surcharge on tickets because
from higher operating costs that continue
keep the application of the fuel surcharge
of the continued escalation in the
to rise because of increases in the price of
under active review.
price of jet fuel. The new levels will apply to Singapore Airlines and its subsidiary SilkAir flights as follows:
approximately three metres high and
• On regional routes, US$35 (from
produces seeds that contain inedible
US$30) per sector, for flights between
lipid oil that is used to produce fuel.
Singapore and ASEAN countries.
Each seed produces between 30- and
• US$150 (from US$130) per sector,
40 per cent of its mass in oil and
for flights between Singapore and
jatropha can be grown in a range of
gateways in Canada and the United
difficult conditions, including arid and
States on a single-sector basis; and
non-arable areas. Air New Zealand has been nonnegotiable about the three criteria any
• US$95 (from US$80) per sector, on all other flights. According to officials at the airline, the
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Oneworld Travel Alliance to sell round-the-world fares on-line
T
he oneworld travel alliance is
have access to this facility.
set to be the first in the travel
The system will allow customers
industry to sell multi-airline
to plan oneworld Explorer round-the-
round-the-world air fares on-line.
world trips, which can be of up to
The on-line booking facility will
16 segments. As a customer builds an
be launched in the next few months,
itinerary, the system will verify flight
initially for oneworld Explorer, one of
availability, displaying only flights that
the most popular multi-airline tickets
have seats available for the date and
worldwide, which allows passengers to
routes selected. It will automatically
travel right around the world using the
validate that the itinerary meets all fare
flights of any of oneworld’s 10 member
rules and conditions—and then provide
airline and 20 or so affiliates, who
an instant price. Once a customer has
and pay on-line for any kind of multi-
oneworld Explorer’s price is based on
for
together serve some 700 destinations in
finalized the itinerary, payment can
airline round-the-world ticket,” said
the number of continents visited (three
Economy (where available), Business or
approaching 150 countries.
be made on-line using a credit card,
oneworld vice-president commercial
to six), not the mileage flown, making
even First Class, and earn frequent flyer
followed by a printout of trip details
Nicolas Ferri. “The tremendous value
planning and pricing journeys simple
programme mileage awards and tier
before e-tickets are delivered by email.
and flexibility our oneworld Explorer
and flexible. It covers flights worldwide
status points.
by all oneworld member and affiliate airlines.
Until now, while travellers have been able to plan their journeys through the Internet using alliance or multi-
The first phase of this development—
provides, combined with this soon-to-
airline fares, they have had to contact
allowing customers to plan their journeys
be-introduced convenience of planning,
airlines or travel agents to complete
using oneworld Explorer—was rolled
booking and paying for tickets on-line,
out late in 2007. The project, which has
will further solidify the leadership of
With the launch of oneworld’s new
been led on behalf of all the alliance’s
oneworld and its member airlines in
booking tool, they will for the first time
carriers by Qantas, should be completed
this area. We are delighted to be the first
be able to complete this entire process
in the coming months with the addition
and only alliance to offer this level of
on-line, via oneworld.com or the website
of the booking and payment facility.
convenience to our customers and travel
their bookings and pay for them.
of their preferred oneworld airline. Travel agents worldwide will also
“Oneworld will be the first in the world to enable customers to book
travel
in
Economy,
Premium
For lead-in prices and full details, visit www.oneworld.com/ow/air-travel-
Oneworld Explorer can be booked
options/round-the-world-fares.
agency partners.” Unlike other round-the-world fares,
Sikorsky S61 equipped with a fully integrated glass cockpit.
Vector Helicopter Services tests first fully integrated glass cockpit Sikorsky
V
ector
Aerospace
Helicopter
Moniz’s team included a comprehensive
America
has
9,000-hour overhaul with a complete
test-flown
the
paint strip (both interior and exterior).
world’s first Sikorsky S61 equipped
Every length of wiring was replaced
with a fully integrated glass cockpit,
using the latest wiring and connector
or Integrated Cockpit Display System
technologies, and key airframe wiring
(ICDS).
areas were modularized for ease of
Services-North successfully
The historic first test flight of the
maintenance. Installation of an upgraded
Carson Helicopter’s S61 took place last
digital fuel-indicating system as well
month at the company’s Langley, B.C.
as a SAGEM Caution Advisory System
avionics facility and will be supported
eliminates supportability issues with old
by a comprehensive flight test and
systems. The avionics suite, consists
certification program over the next
of Dual Garmin GNS 530 GPS systems,
several weeks.
Dual Rockwell Collins AHC3000 AHRS,
“With more than a full year of
Garmin Real Time weather system,
dedication and hard work from our
Skytrack Satellite tracking system,
Langley team, the Carson-bladed S61
Rockwell Collins Mode S transponder
has made aviation history; transforming
and utility system provisions including
many of the dated S61 systems into a
a cargo hook load cell that displays on
multi-mission capable state-of-the art
the ICDS 10. Many other Carson and
helicopter,” said Elvis Moniz, director of
Vector Aerospace modifications round
operations for Vector-Langley. “As our
out the complete aircraft refurbishment,
customers often attest, the quality of
which was completely entirely at Vector
workmanship, dedication and innovation
Helicopter Services-Langley.
displayed by our entire team is second
Vector Helicopter Services has been
to none, and the success of this project
recognized as an industry-leader in
is a clear indication that we are at the
servicing the Sikorsky S61 for more
pinnacle of our industry.”
than 20 years, and will host the 2008
In addition to the challenging feat
International
SeaKing
Maintenance
of engineering and adapting a glass
Symposium from September 30-October
cockpit configuration for the Carson S61,
2, 2008 in Vancouver.
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Strong Canadian currency challenges investors
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Money Matters
By PETER KUTNEY
Investing globally adds another
foreign markets,” said Janis. “For
for 10 years, so people didn’t know
years and it’s unlikely to continue at
than
element of risk mitigation, as stocks are
example, the euro launched in 1999 at
anything but weakness. They missed
the same pace,” said Janis. “We have
five per cent of the global
also purchased in euros or yen, which
$1.17, went as low as $0.82 and is now
the fundamentals that were changing:
the first current account deficit since
economy, diversification through foreign
tend to move on different trajectories
$1.59. I think it’s difficult (for non-U.S.
positive
surplus
1999. The currency already reflects the
investment reduces risk and increases
than the U.S. dollar.
currencies) to go dramatically higher
budgets, the Quebec separation issue
good fundamentals, so I don’t see much
from here.”
being put to rest, commodity prices, and
upside. I think it could weaken by 10
a government where both sides were
per cent to 15 per cent, which might
committed to budget surpluses.”
be better for Canada’s adjustment to a
ith
Canada’s
representing
markets less
returns. But over the short term, currency
“There are options for investors who
exposure can make gains difficult to
want to avoid any short-term discomfort
According to Janis, the Canadian
realize—when the Canadian dollar rises,
caused by currency effects,” said
dollar’s relative strength must also be
Today
current
the
account,
situation
is
less
the value of investments denominated
Karpardlov. “There are three kinds of
viewed in historical context. “When our
in other currencies declines.
funds: those that hedge against currency
company bought Canadian currency
In the last five years, the Canadian
fluctuations, those that don’t, and those
more than five years ago, I was looked
“The commodity story is still there,
dollar has appreciated by about 60
that may be hedged in times of extreme
on as crazy—the Canadian dollar
but we’ve had a lot of mergers and
per cent. While that’s a good thing for
volatility. Hedging helps to reduce risk
had weakened from 1991 to 2001,
acquisitions in Canada in the last five
families on their way to Maui; it’s a
on the downside, to reduce losses, for
challenge for exporters and for people
example, if the U.S. dollar keeps falling.
with investments outside of Canada.
But if it moves in the other direction,
Dessa Karpardlov, CEO of the financial
The positive aspect in the Canadian
Associates, gave a synopsis of what
dollar’s scorching rise is its current
happens with Canadian investments.
purchasing power—the opportunity
“When one invests in Canada it is done
to invest in global multinationals at
in Canadian dollars. That money is given
discounted prices.
to a portfolio manager, who converts it
“If you take a large global company
into U.S. dollars, buys U.S. stock, sells it
with markets throughout the world,
at a profit, hopefully, and then converts
what happens within any one country
it back to Canadian dollars. It’s been
may have very little impact on the
difficult, if not almost impossible, to
company itself,” said Karpardlov. “If you
make money in that kind of market,
buy profitable companies, or if you hire
especially last year when the Canadian
managers who buy profitable companies
dollar soared about 20 per cent. It would
that continue to grow their earnings,
be almost impossible for the market to
they’re going to reward investors.”
go up 20 per cent in one year, and even
Still, many investors are wondering
if that happened, an investor would just
‘where will the Canadian dollar go
break even.”
next?’
While all of that sounds like a good
Dan Janis, senior vice president
argument for investing exclusively within
and portfolio manager, MFC Global in
Canada, the most important factor to
Boston, Massachusetts believes it will
understand, according to Karpardlov,
not go much higher.
is that currency risk is a short-term
“Over the past five and a half years,
phenomenon that evens out over time.
there has been a dramatic fall in the
“Over a 10-year long term, continuing to
U.S. dollar, caused by factors such as
buy into the U.S. market by dollar-cost
the budget deficit, the current account
averaging will continue to reduce the
deficit, a weaker economy and outward
price of assets and mitigate the risk.”
flow (of currency) from the U.S. into
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ow is the perfect time to go plane-spotting at YVR’s Flight
Path Park. It’s an ideal spot for plane spotters of all ages to gather and watch airplanes take off and land and YVR. The park features picnic tables, small planes and miniature mock runways for children to “fly,” and the best up-close views of aircraft in flight.
Flight Path Park is located on Russ Baker Way and Airport Road, just south of Burkeville.
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Rolls-Royce inaugurates V2500 engine repair and overhaul base in Canada
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ast month, Rolls-Royce inaugurated its first V2500 engine overhaul base in North America. The new state-of-
the art line to repair and overhaul the IAE V2500 engine family is at the Montreal facility of Rolls-Royce Canada. This addition to Rolls-Royce Canada’s portfolio of repair services is part of the company’s strategy of investing in technology and capability to access
The V2500 engine fleet has logged more than 55 million hours in airline service.
global markets. The new line offers a competitive range of aftermarket services including component repair, engine assembly and tests for the V2500 engine, which powers
the Airbus A319/320/321 series of airliners, as well as the A319 Corporate Jet. There are more than 5,500 V2500s in service or on firm order with more than 155 customers around the world. “The opening of our new V2500 engine line is the result of our strong commitment to maintain a balanced portfolio
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competitive, high value services to our customers,” said Michel Toutant, president and CEO of Rolls-Royce. This new engine line required a total investment of $19.5 million. The new product line was set up in 18 months. Its design incorporates all of the latest lean manufacturing technologies and new team-base working practices.
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Vancouver Chapter of Fellowship of Christian airline personnel www.fcap.org has regular meetings and events. E-mail
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Missing Cat.
Answers to the name Babooshka. Ragdoll breed. Colour is seal bi-colour (light beige). 2 years only. Microchip number: 956000000824841. Went missing Thursday May 29 at approx 18:00 at the international ramp area at YVR. Reward if found. Please call David Orange, Aviatec Flight Services (604) 230-6937.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES Harbour Air Seaplanes is the largest all-seaplane company in the world, and voted one of B.C.’s Top-40 Employers. We are currently recruiting for these great full-time opportunities: Chief Pilot The Chief Pilot is responsible to the Operations Manager for the direction of safe flight operations, and the professional standards of the Flight Crew. Requirements: Transport Canada Commercial Pilot’s License and Current Class 1 Medical; 3500 hours of fixed wing PIC; 1000 hours float time; Previous management and/or leadership experience; Demonstrated computer knowledge and experience working in a 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 AME’s to join our Richmond BaseTeam. AME Requirements: AME license, M1; Experience with multiple aircraft types - DeHavilland DHC 2, DHC3(T), DHC 6; Piston and Turbine experience; Radial and PT6 experience;
Experienced CFI and instructors to teach in Robinson R22 and R44. Base salary + hourly commission for Classes I, II and III instructors. Both F/T & P/T. Company benefit package also for F/T positions. Send résumé to: jobs@sealandair.ca or fax to 604-638-1919 Visit www.SeaLandAir.ca.
One-Bedroom Apartment Close to airport. Newer building. Hardwood floors. No pets. Secured parking. $875 per month, includes utilities.
based safety-focused environment. Apprentices must have Transport Canada accredited Aircraft Maintenance M1 course.
and certification tracking systems. Requirements: Detail-oriented with excellent administrative and organizational abilities; Superior written and oral communication
Comfortable accommodation, with special discounts for from airport, in Richmond.
Please leave message at
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Aircraft Records Clerk We are seeking a full time Aircraft Records Clerk to maintain our current aircraft filing
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Help Wanted Full & Part-Time Positions Available Apply in store Are you looking for a new career or parttime employment opportunity working with other aviation-minded people? Aviation World is currently seeking enthusiastic, customer-focused individuals for positions in our YVR store! Bring a résumé to the store and ask to speak to Gary!
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COTTAGE RENTAL The Green Cottage A SEASIDE PARADISE Truly tranquil experience. Stunning, panoramic view. Convenient location, minutes from downtown Sechelt!
Ability to carry out sheet metal repairs; Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast paced environment; Excellent communication skills and desire to work in a team
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v One-of-a-kind accommodation: 1,200-sq.-ft., fully furnished, 2 queen-size bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, TV, DVD, CD Player & Gas Fireplace. Front porch & back deck. v Boating, scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, sea & wildlife watching, boardwalk/seawall, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, biking, horseback riding, dining out. Tel: 604.318.9727 • Pgr: 604.601.8776 reservations@green-cottage.ca.
skills; Experience in a fast paced time sensitive environment; Ability to meet deadlines, and successfully accommodate rapidly changing priorities; Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications; Typing speed of 40WPM; Mechanical knowledge and experience in aviation or industrial environment is an asset.
For complete position details visit www.harbourair.com. To apply, email your résumé to hr@harbourair.ca.
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