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CELEBRATING 15 YEARS
Breeze through YVR this summer
Air Transat launches non-stop service to Paris
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s the mercury rises, so do visits to YVR. Summer is by far the busiest travel period of the year, with more than 70,000 passengers
expected to travel through the airport on peak days. While extra YVR Customer Care staff and airline and retail partners are doing everything possible to help customers travel through the airport safely and efficiently, there are a few steps passengers can take to get summer trips off to a great start. Below, a few important reminders that will help minimize stress and maximize holiday enjoyment: Liquids, Gels and Aerosols Quantity restrictions on liquids, gels and aerosols
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ith the arrival of summer, Air Transat
YVR to Charles de Gaulle Airport on a 9.5-hour
has launched a new weekly non-stop
flight. The new service will run through October
transatlantic flight from Vancouver to
3, 2008. Flight TS 708 departs Vancouver on Sunday
and your inner romantic can be sitting in a café
at 11:50 p.m. and arrives in Paris on Monday at
on the banks of the Seine with tunes of Edith Piaf
6:25 p.m.
Launched May 29, this new service will connect
Air Transat also offers a Vancouver-to-Paris flight with a stopover in Calgary. TS 408 departs Thursdays
Paris. Following a comfortable overnight flight, you
playing in the distance.
that evening at 9:40 p.m.
from YVR at 5:20 p.m. and arrives via Calgary at Charles de Gaulle Airport at 1:55 p.m. the next day. Vancouver-bound TS 409 leaves Paris on
Vancouver-bound flight TS 709 departs Paris
Fridays at 3:40 p.m. and arrives at YVR later that
on Monday at 8:25 p.m. and arrives at YVR later
See AIR TRANSAT page 6
Air Canada reduces fall and winter capacity in response to high fuel prices
Environmental excellence at YVR Week with activities that raised
members of the YVR Green Commuter
awareness of its commitment to
Rebate program, which provides a
Golf clubs, baseball bats and some camping
L
Airport Authority employees are also
operating YVR in an environmentally
financial incentive to employees who
equipment are among the items that cannot travel
responsible manner. Events included
commute to work by means other than
continue to apply. Store your summertime essentials in containers no larger than 100ml, and place the containers inside a one-litre clear, resealable plastic bag. One bag per passenger is permitted. What to Pack
ast month, Vancouver Airport
Currently, close to 20 per cent of
Authority marked Environment
in carry-on baggage. A complete list of items and
a single-occupancy vehicle.
additional packing tips are available through Canadian
In 2007, Airport Authority employees
Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) at www.
reduced single-occupant vehicle trips by
catsa.gc.ca.
See EXCELLENCE page 3
Identification
inside:
Remember to bring proper documentation for your flight, and stash it along with your boarding card in a safe and accessible spot in your pocket or carry-on. n Canadian destinations: One piece of valid government-issued identification that includes a photograph, along with the passenger’s name, date of birth and gender; or two pieces of valid government-issued ID that do not include photographs. Visit the Transport Canada website at www.tc.gc.ca for more detailed information. n U.S. destinations: A valid passport or NEXUS card when used at a NEXUS kiosk. n International destinations: A valid passport. Checking In To ensure you have plenty of time, it’s best to follow these guidelines: n For flights within Canada, check in at least 90
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Last year, Air Canada announced that it had ordered 37 of the new Boeing 787 Dreamliners, with options for an additional 37. This makes Air Canada the largest customer of the Dreamliner in North America.
n response to record high fuel
trivia contests, a showcase of local food and products used by YVR tenants
organization.
and business partners, and the second
prices, last month Air Canada
“The loss of jobs is painful
announced a reduction in
in view of our employees’ hard
capacity, which will affect fleet
work in bringing the airline back
The Commuter Challenge asked
and staffing levels for its fall
to profitability over the past
Airport Authority employees to do their
and winter schedule. The airline
four years,” said Montie Brewer,
part for clean air by carpooling, cycling,
plans to reduce total system
president and chief executive
walking or taking transit to work on
capacity by seven per cent in
officer. “I regret having to take
June 4.
the fourth quarter 2008 and first
these actions, but they are
The result? More than 100 participants
quarter 2009, compared to the
necessary to remain competitive
used alternative forms of transportation
same period a year earlier. This
going forward. Air Canada, like
to commute 4,418 kilometres in one day,
will result in a decrease of up to
most global airlines, needs to
collectively preventing 5,243 kilograms
2,000 staff across all levels of the
adapt its business and reduce
of greenhouse gases from entering the
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annual Commuter Challenge.
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08 Saturn Aurora, “Great value” #1017
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07 Ford Taurus, “½ price at only $13,800” #315
05 F350 Crew Cab Tow Pak #404
07 Ford Mustang Convertible V6 #1006 07 Chevrolet Aveo, “Gas sipper” #1010
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05 Jeep Liberty Sport 4x4 #599
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05 Dodge Dakota, “Very, very clean” #687
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07 Ford Focus, “Hot seller” #316
05 Ford F150 Super Cab, “Excellent” #992
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05 Toyota Camry, “A beauty” #957
06 Chevy Impala LS #604
05 BMW 320i, “A beauty” #996
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05 Mercedes C230, “Perfect” #1074
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President’s Corner
minutes prior to departure.
By LARRY BERG, President and Chief Executive Officer
n For flights to the U.S., check in at least two hours prior to departure. n For international flights, check in at least two hours prior to
WORKING TOGETHER FOR LONG TERM GROWTH
They are conveniently located throughout YVR and at a number of
R
Vancouver area and Whistler hotels.
aviation industry more than $1.6-billion. All areas of the industry
Customer Care
are feeling the effects of high fuel costs, including our business
departure. You can now check in from the comfort of your home or office for most airlines serving YVR through the airport’s FasTrack Checkin feature. Another time-saving tip is to use one of the self-service kiosks, which give you access to multiple airlines from one kiosk.
Dressed in distinctive red vests, YVR Customer Care employees are easy to identify and ready to answer your questions or lend a hand. And as always, the airport’s Green Coat volunteers are there to assist you.
ising fuel prices is a topic on many people’s minds
We continue to work closely with our business partners to
and that includes the aviation industry. According
ensure their business operations, as well as ours, are successful.
to the North American International Air Transport
Reducing landing fees was a strategic decision to provide
Association, every dollar increase in the price of oil costs the
substantial cost savings to our airline partners and keep YVR
partners here at YVR.
We also are not passing on added costs to the customer and are committed to maintaining our low-cost, high-service airport
Air carriers have had to make some difficult business decisions in recent months, which have affected the travelling public. From the elimination of routes, to cutbacks and fuel surcharges, air
Excellence from page 1
competitive, particularly for international carriers.
carriers are trying to remain competitive in a changing economic climate. We are trying to assist our business partners where we can by keeping our costs to airlines as low as possible. In 2007, we
model — a model that encourages growth and supports our strategic goal to be Canada’s premier gateway to the Asia Pacific. This model helps us to convince more airlines to choose to land at YVR, which translates into more travel options for passengers. More air service also provides a greater economic contribution to our local communities. There’s no question that all of us are feeling the effects of
lowered landing fees to airlines operating international passenger and cargo flights into Vancouver to match our domestic rates. YVR’s landing fees are the lowest of all major Canadian airports,
rising fuel prices—be it filling the car with gas or filling an airplane with jet fuel. To remain competitive, the Airport Authority works
and we will keep these rates flat until 2011. We calculate that our
hard to find innovative solutions to support our business partners
fee reduction will save the airlines approximately $20-million
and customers. And with the lowest aeronautical fees in Canada,
between 2008 and 2011. Other airports are now following our
we can support our carrier partners as they adjust in the shifting
example by lowering their fees to help carriers.
and continually evolving industry.
Name that Aircraft
YVR passengers and employees enjoy the Living Local Showcase, featuring local food and products used by YVR tenants and business partners.
more than 514,706 kilometers, avoiding
passengers is just one component of
an estimated 83,000 kilograms of carbon
the Airport Authority’s comprehensive
dioxide emissions.
environmental management plan, which
YVR’s commitment to sustainable transportation can also been seen through
the
Airport
Authority’s
of 2009, the 19-kilometre transit link will
with convenient transportation to and
environment; n use of alternative fuels in our vehicle fleet; n energy reduction; n hazardous materials management and recycling;
from YVR. Sustainable
transportation
to
and from YVR for employees and
Answer: Fleet 80 Canuck
n aviation’s impact to the
add the equivalent of a 10-lane roadway and provide passengers and employees
Rafael Custodio
n air quality;
investment in the Canada Line rapid transit link. When completed in the fall
Last month’s winner:
also addresses:
n noise management; and n wildlife control.
we’re
here for
you!
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Tim Hortons (left to right) Angus Sewell, assistant manager; Joan Stewart, associate publisher SkyTalk; Narinder Pahal, manager, Lorna Garcia and Kam Ram.
The Body Shop (left to right) Elena Tam, Shamsi Ashti, assistant manager; Joan Stewart, associate publisher SkyTalk and Josie Katz, manager.
Absolute Spa at YVR Kristen Neal, manager; Joan Stewart, associate publisher SkyTalk.
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SkyTalk readers name their favourite YVR merchants
Congratulations to Absolute Spa at YVR, The Body Shop and Tim Hortons
T
he
annual
SkyTalk
Readers
Choice Awards campaign invites the travelling public, airport and
before taking flight.
With five locations at YVR, the Tim
The Body Shop favourite place to shop
Hortons brand is a Canadian cultural icon. Coffee, tea, doughnuts, muffins,
Sea Island employees to vote for their
Located in the Domestic Terminal,
favourite YVR service provider, shop and
the store provides beauty and personal
restaurant, using ballots that are deposited
care products for the whole family.
Last month, Joan Stewart, associate
in official boxes located throughout the
Choice of aromatherapy, essential oils,
publisher SkyTalk, presented each
terminals in March and April.
fragrances, The Body Shop’s own line of
winning merchant with a coveted
This year, more than 5,000 votes
and other baked goods as well as soups, chili and sandwiches are served.
cosmetics and a great selection of gift
Readers’ Choice glass star award for
were tallied, a record-setting number of
baskets for all occasions are available.
display in their store.
participants for the campaign’s fourth
Tim Hortons favourite place to eat
anniversary. The 2008 Readers’ Choice YVR
Next year’s campaign will run in March and April 2009.
merchant winners were:
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flying that has become unprofitable
spend an average of $230 in fuel
in the current fuel environment. If
costs alone to carry one passenger
fuel prices remain at current levels,
on a round-trip journey, which is up
we can anticipate further capacity
from an average of $146 in 2007, and
reductions.”
$110 in 2004.
The airline industry has been
In the fourth quarter 2008 and
severely impacted as the price of oil
first quarter 2009, Air Canada plans
has more than doubled from one year
to reduce domestic capacity by two
ago and has quadrupled since 2004.
per cent, U.S. transborder capacity by
Every $1 increase in the price of oil per
13 per cent and international capacity
barrel adds an estimated $26-million
by seven per cent, for a total system
to Air Canada’s annual fuel expense.
capacity reduction of seven per cent
Fuel is the carrier’s single largest
for the two quarters compared to the
expense item, accounting for more
prior year’s period.
than 30 per cent of total operating
This system capacity reduction
expense, and at current price levels
includes
will cost the airline close to $1-billion
Vancouver-Osaka non-stop service
the
withdrawal
of
more in 2008 than in 2007.
effective October 26, 2008. A revised
Including the benefit of fuel
fall and winter schedule, as well
hedging, at current fuel prices and
as adjustments to the fleet, will be
capacity levels, Air Canada would
announced shortly.
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Canadian Government reaches air agreements with Panama and the Philippines Panama is the southernmost and most industrialized country in Central America. Pictured is a traditional Afro-Panamanian building.
The Philippine archipelago comprises 7,107 islands in the western Pacific Ocean, with Manila as its capital.
A
new air transport agreement
issues. The agreement also includes
with the Republic of Panama, a
strong safety and security provisions,
long-standing bilateral partner
reflecting the importance both countries
in Central America, was announced last month by the Honourable Lawrence Cannon,
Minister
of
attach to these subjects. With air travel, trade and investment
Transport,
between Canada and Panama growing,
Infrastructure and Communities, and the
this agreement marks another step
Honourable David Emerson, Minister of
forward in Canada’s engagement in the
Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Americas.
and Minister for the Pacific Gateway and
Market access to the Philippines
the Vancouver-Whistler Olympics. The agreement puts in place a new,
The agreement with Panama follows
governments reached agreement on a
Both countries have agreed to explore
modern framework for scheduled air
on the heels of a new air transport
new, flexible regime for the operation
further areas for possible liberalization.
services between Canada and Panama,
agreement with the Republic of the
of air-cargo services, which will also
Air carriers are reviewing the results
consistent with Canada’s Blue Sky
Philippines, announced at the end of
contribute to the success of Canada’s
of these negotiations to determine
policy.
May.
Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor
what new air services initiatives may be
Initiative.
introduced.
Airlines from both countries can
The new Canada-Philippines air
serve any point in each other’s territory,
transport agreement provides greater
with greater flexibility for establishing
market access options for airlines from
airfares,
certainty
both countries for passenger-cargo
business
combination services. In addition, both
and
surrounding
greater
operational
WestJet reports 76.5 per cent load factor for June
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estJet reported a 76.5 per
investment in capacity that will bear
cent load factor for June
fruit for us in the remainder of 2008
2008, an improvement in
and beyond.
revenue passenger miles of 17.9 per
“Despite huge challenges in the
cent, and a capacity increase, measured
airline industry, due to unprecedented
in available seat miles, of 23.1 per cent.
and unrelenting fuel prices and an
The airline flew more than 86,500
overall
passengers, an eight per cent increase
uncertainty, WestJet continues to lead
over the 1.1-million passengers flown in
in terms of growth and demand for our
June 2007.
service. At a time when other airlines
environment
of
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and considerable growth opportunities
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“In the first six months of the
strategic plan. I remain confident in the
year, we took delivery of five of our
continuing demand for our exceptional
seven aircraft slated for 2008,” said
guest experience and growing network
Sean Durfy, WestJet president and CEO.
in Canada, the United States and
“This represented a significant upfront
internationally,” said Durfy.
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Delta adds fuel surcharge on SkyMiles Award Tickets
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n response to the increase in fuel
in the face of record-high fuel costs. We
costs, Delta Air Lines will add a
hope this is temporary, and should fuel
fuel surcharge to its SkyMiles Award
prices subside from current levels, we
Tickets originating from Canada and the U.S. “The price of fuel has nearly doubled in the last year, causing considerable financial stress to Delta’s business,” said Jeff Robertson, managing director of Delta’s SkyMiles Program. “As a result, Delta is implementing initiatives across all areas of the business to mitigate the extraordinary run up in fuel expense. This was a difficult but essential decision
will reevaluate this surcharge.” Effective August 15, 2008, the SkyMiles program will add: n A $25 surcharge for Award Travel between Canada and the 50 states; n A $50 surcharge for Award Travel between Canada/the 50 states and all international destinations, including
This fuel surcharge will not affect
American Express, SkyMilesShopping.
successful loyalty programs in the travel
the Caribbean, Latin America, Puerto
existing ticketed award itineraries or
com, participating hotels, car rental
industry. It was named “Best Frequent
Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Trans-
award tickets issued before Aug. 15,
companies,
telecommunication
Flyer Program” for 2006 and 2007 by
Atlantic and Trans-Pacific.
2008, regardless of the date of travel.
services, restaurants, retailers and
Business Traveler magazine and received
more.
top honors for “Best Bonus Promotion”
The airline will continue to expand
Upcoming Events
the destinations and opportunities
Now in its 27th year, SkyMiles is
for Award Travel and strengthen its
one of the longest-running and most
July 25, 2008
SkyMiles program as it prepares for
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 5, 2008
HMSHost Fall Classic Golf Tourney 2008
Mayfair Lakes Golf and Country Club, 5460 No. 7 Road, Richmond, B.C. Price: $200 for golf and dinner; $70 dinner only. Cash bar opens at 6 p.m., followed by lobster feast and buffet dinner at 7:30 p.m. Golf format is Texas Scramble. Power carts are included and registration fee guarantees a spot to play. All spots registered after August will be wait listed on a first-come, first-serve basis. All proceeds donated to BC Children’s Hospital. For more information, email Judy Sharabi at Judy.Sharabi@ hmshost.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.
its proposed merger with Northwest Airlines.
from InsideFlyer magazine at the 2007 Freddie Awards.
Air Transat from page 1
Additionally, Delta will launch a new multi-tiered award program and other key initiatives throughout July and August 2008.
day, via Calgary, at 7:10 p.m.
Loblaw Companies and now serves
Passengers will take to the skies
President’s Choice entrées on all its
in an Airbus A330-200. With the
transatlantic flights. In addition to
The award-winning Delta SkyMiles
recent five-centimetre upgrade to
serving larger portions, the airline also
program offers members multiple
legroom for all 342 economy seats
offers passengers in Economy Class
mileage-earning opportunities when
onboard, passengers can now enjoy
on European flights two of the most
flying
connection
an enhanced experience with Air
popular President’s Choice entrées.
carriers. Additional mileage-building
Transat’s best-in-class service, meals
opportunities are offered through
and in-flight entertainment.
Delta
and
its
more than 100 partners such as the Delta SkyMiles Credit Card from
Air Transat recently partnered with
Customers may book flights at www.airtransat.com or by calling 1-877-872-6728.
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Canadian Airports Council agrees with government’s aviation sector recommendations
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he Canadian Airports Council
a competitive disadvantage to the
Canadian air carriers to 49 per cent
has 92 Open Skies agreements, Canada
participate as an observer in future
(CAC) has concurred with several
U.S., which has a more aggressive
on a reciprocal bilateral basis and
has only five. The group believes that
talks, as air carriers do, and airports
recommendations in the federal
air-service liberalization policy, and
state its policy on whether 100 per
Canada has restrictive agreements
in other countries do. The group
government’s “Compete to Win” report,
that Canada conclude an Open Skies
cent foreign ownership of Canadian
with other important markets, and
believes this would allow community
released last month, which represent
agreement with the European Union
air carrier subsidiaries should be
several recent agreements negotiated
interests to be represented and better
permitted.
have been far short of the Open Skies
enable their members to understand
competitiveness of Canada’s aviation
n That the Minister of Transport
The CAC noted that the EU is only
policy.
the dynamics of what is going on in
sector. The CAC, which serves as the
raise foreign ownership limits on
part of the story, however. While the U.S.
The
(EU) as soon as possible.
a good approach for improving the
CAC
has
requested
to
individual markets.
voice of Canada’s airports, said it supports recommendations on industry costs, Open Skies and airline foreign
YVR People
Tomorrow’s leaders at YVR: Jody Aldcorn
investment. “For several years now, the CAC
O
has called on the federal government to adopt a new approach for aviation that recognizes the value this sector brings to Canada’s economic future,”
verseeing legal matters at
the company on commercial matters
Aldcorn’s leadership and work with
YVR and on Sea Island,
or reviewing federal legislation or
the Airport Authority and YVRAS is well
including the $1.4-billion
regulations pertaining to the operation
known throughout both organizations as
capital program, is no small task.
said CAC president and CEO Jim Facette. “The Competition Policy Review Panel recognizes this value, and we urge the government to carefully consider its recommendations.” Among the recommendations in “Compete to Win” with which the CAC agreed were: Jody Aldcorn, Vancouver Airport Authority’s director of legal services and legal counsel.
n Industry concerns about government policies that have negatively affected industry costs and a recommendation that fiscal arrangements affecting the competitiveness of the industry be reviewed on a regular basis. n The potential for Canada to be at
of airports in Canada.
As the Airport Authority’s director
Her leadership is visible here at the
of legal services and legal counsel,
Airport Authority where she manages
it’s Jody Aldcorn’s responsibility to
a five-person legal team, and abroad
manage virtually all aspects of legal
through her role as corporate secretary
services for the Airport Authority.
for YVR Airport Services Ltd (YVRAS).
well as nationally. She was recently the co-recipient of the Tomorrow’s Leader Award at the 2008 Canadian General Counsel Awards last month. More than 90 nominations were submitted from
Aldcorn is responsible for a
Aldcorn’s work with YVRAS helped
across Canada for the award, which
variety of legal matters relating to Sea
negotiate and secure the management
showcases legal and leadership talents
Island including financing and capital
of Lynden Pindling International Airport
when facing transactions that affect
projects,
their business.
transportation
in Nassau, Bahamas. In addition, she
services and commercial leasing of
worked extensively on a recent deal
“This is an exciting time for the YVR
restaurants. On any given day, she may
that saw Citi Infrastructure Investors
and an exciting time to be involved,” said
be negotiating documentation relating
acquire 50 per cent of YVRAS shares and
Aldcorn. “I’m fortunate to love my work
to the Airport Authority’s sponsorship
enter into a partnership to pursue future
and fortunate to work with a talented
of the 2010 Olympic Games, advising
airport-management opportunities.
and dynamic group of people.”
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Bienvenue à Paris One of the world’s most recognized sites, the Eiffel Tower dominates the Paris skyline.
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G
et out those walking shoes and
world-renowned Louvre and Champs-
explore the city of lights, the
Élysées—and provides a taste of Paris to
city of romance and the city of
fit any traveller’s appetite.
the Louvre; n All museums in Paris are closed on Tuesdays.
For first-time travellers to Paris there
Cuisine is another facet of French
for everyone—from haute cuisine on the
is no shortage of key sites to visit,
culture that is known the world over and
Seine and picnics in the Luxembourg
namely the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower,
Paris has a plethora of cafes, restaurants
Gardens, to world-renowned art and
Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Arc-de-
and bars to suit any budget. For those
architecture. And with Air Transat’s new
Triomphe and the Tuileries Gardens to
wanting a true Parisian experience, opt
direct service from Vancouver to Charles
start. The Louvre is the world’s largest
for a picnic in any one of the grass areas
de Gaulle Airport, getting to Paris has
museum with a vast collection of more
and gardens throughout the city. Shop
never been easier.
than 35,000 exhibits over four floors in
at any of the local boulangeries and
Of all the cities in the world, Paris
three wings. The star attraction here is
get your sandwich to go. The Invalides
remains a top destination for many.
the famed Mona Lisa, which is located in
(originally built to house invalid soldiers)
Culture abounds in this vibrant city
a room built solely to make viewing the
is a memorial for the battles that have
where there is no shortage of corner
painting easier. With all the art housed
marked French history, and houses a
cafes, boulangeries (bakeries) and wine.
in the Louvre, it is near impossible to see
World War II exhibition in addition to
With 2.14-million people over 105
it all, so being selective will help. What
Napoleon’s tomb and his stuffed horse.
square kilometers, Paris is a fantastic
also helps is ordering your ticket online
The grand esplanade leading up to the
place to roam and discover your own
to avoid the line-ups.
building is wide open with plenty of
art this summer. Paris offers something
Some handy tips for navigating the
slice of the city. The
city
is
divided
into
20
Louvre:
grass space for picnics and impromptu soccer games.
arrondissements, or neighbourhoods,
n The museum is least crowded in
For a more formal Parisian dinning
starting in the centre of the city and
the early morning and during late-
experience, check out the Bateaux
extending outward. Each arrondissement
opening on Wednesday and Friday;
Mouches where you can experience fine
is as unique as the next—from the artists
n Its busiest day is Sunday;
dining while floating along the Seine.
of the Marais to the heights and views of
n Audio guides are easy to rent at the
With Paris’ 276 hotels, monuments
Montmartre (Montmartre is the highest
door and provide some excellent
and bridges lit up at night, this dinner
elevation of Paris at 129 metres) to the
information about the art housed at
cruise combines haute cuisine and wine
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Notre-Dame Cathedral is widely considered one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture.
with the splendid views. The Bateaux-
clothes, enjoy unlimited vodka shots
Mouches dinner cruise runs year-round,
at minus five degrees centigrade for 30
embarking at 7:30 p.m. and returning at
minutes. The entire room, walls, ceiling
11:00 p.m.
and furniture, is carved from ice, as well
For a unique dining experience—
as the cocktail glasses in which drinks
dinner in complete darkness—visit Dans
are served. Small multi-coloured LED
le Noir at 51, Rue Quincampoix. The
lights pulsate from within, adding a
concept is simple but striking: guests
very surreal touch to the whole drinking
are served a three-course gourmet meal
experience. Only 20 guests are admitted
with guidance from visually impaired
at a time, so reservations are necessary.
servers, who encourage diners to get
With so much to see and do in Paris,
comfortable with the darkness, serving
you’ll be amazed at how fast the time
themselves their own wine, for example.
goes. Often, the best days are the least
The restaurant, open since 2004, has
planned, as wandering and discovering
reportedly attracted more than 100,000 curious visitors. If the weather in Paris gets too hot, visit France’s first Ice Kube Bar, inside the ultra-trendy Kube hotel in the Goutte d’Or district. This is the place to go for a fun drink in sub-zero temperatures. For 38 euros, guests dressed in woolly
the city on your own is the true way to get to know Paris. Flights from Vancouver to Paris run twice per week on Air Transat. Zoom Airlines also offers seasonal service. For more information on flight times, please visit www.airtransat.com, or www. flyzoom.com.
NAV CANADA to keep rates low for third consecutive year
N
AV Canada will maintain a one
August 1, 2007, to August 31, 2008,
per cent reduction in its service
which would now be made permanent.
charges that was implemented
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on a temporary basis on August 1,
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coupled with strong growth in traffic,
31, 2008. The continuation of these
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lower rates would save customers an
save our customers money over the last
estimated $13-million in fiscal 2009.
two years,” said John Crichton, president
$1.00 Extra on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Long Weekends and Holidays
This would be the third consecutive
and CEO. “We anticipate extending these
year that NAV CANADA has offered
rates into the 2009 fiscal year, including
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reduced rates for the air navigation
making permanent the temporary rate
services it provides to customers.
decrease that was set to expire.”
Charges were reduced by 1.8 per
Overall, NAV CANADA charges have
cent on average on September 1, 2006,
grown only five per cent since they
and by another three per cent on August
were fully implemented in 1999—an
1, 2007, in addition to the temporary
estimated 17 percentage points below
reduction of one per cent for the period
the growth in inflation.
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Aerospace Industry to reach new production high in 2008
D
espite the gloomy news concerning
increasing global demand for air transportation.”
pose risks to the industry. Fuel costs threaten the
the effect rising fuel costs are having
While rising costs and declining prices have
profitability of airline carriers, which in turn affects
on the airline industry, according to the
limited the aerospace industry’s profit growth in
their investment in new aircraft, although fuel prices
Conference Board’s Canadian Industrial Outlook:
recent years, production has been growing at a
Canada’s Aerospace Product Manufacturing Industry – Spring 2008 report, Canada’s aerospace industry will post its highest profit level in five years in 2008. “The global aerospace industry is hanging tough despite the slowing U.S. economy, and Canada is
healthy pace since 2004 and this year it is expected to surpass the industry’s pre-9/11 peak. As a result, profits are expected to reach $533-million this year,
are spurring some airlines to invest in even more fuel-efficient planes. The value of the loonie, meanwhile, makes Canadian production less competitive compared to
their highest level since 2003. From 2009 to 2012, double-digit profit growth is
landing its share of the market,” said Valerie Poulin,
forecast for each year, but margins will remain thin
economist. “In both the business and commercial jet
by the industry’s historical levels.
markets, the Canadian industry is benefiting from
The report warns that two volatile factors—
healthy economic growth in emerging markets and
record oil prices and the strong Canadian dollar—
other manufacturing locations. As a result, future production, including components of Bombardier’s planned CSeries 100-to-149 seat jets being considered for launch this year, may move to other countries.
Jazz implements job cuts to combat rising fuel costs
F
Jazz Dash 8 on approach to YVR.
ollowing the announcement by
number
initiatives,
Jazz has a fleet of 137 Dash 8
provinces and two territories. It operates
Air Canada of a reduction in
recently froze all hiring and non-critical
and Canadair aircraft and is the only
more domestic flights than any other
domestic and transborder flight
staff overtime and instituted a number
carrier that flies to all 10 Canadian
Canadian carrier.
schedules, its subsidiary Jazz Air has
of
fuel-saving
of other cost-saving programs.
also implemented a number of cost-
Additionally, Jazz is cutting 270 jobs
saving initatives to combat rising fuel
as the airline reduces its number of
costs.
flights.
Last month, Air Canada, Jazz’s
“These are difficult times for our
primary customer, announced that it
industry and the decision to reduce our
would reduce network domestic and
workforce was not reached lightly,” said
transborder capacity by two per cent
Jazz president and CEO Joseph Randell.
and 13 per cent, respectively, with the
“It is with sadness that we’ll see some of
implementation of the fourth quarter
our employees leave our company. We
2008 and first quarter 2009 schedules.
hope this downturn in our industry’s
As a result, Jazz’s flying will be reduced
cycle ends soon. We are in a period of
by approximately five per cent.
great uncertainty and cannot predict
Jazz had already established a
where the price of fuel is going.”
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Green Travel Tips D
id you know that a return flight
carbon for $28?
greenhouse gases produced, measured
a variety of ways for travellers to reduce
from Vancouver to Ottawa will
If you’re concerned about reducing
in units of carbon dioxide—visit www.
their ecological footprint, including the
n Use natural sunscreen and bugspray;
produce 1,400 kilograms CO2/
your carbon footprint—the measure of
flygreen.ca, Canada’s first “Climate
use of a flight calculator to calculate
n Bring a wind-up flashlight;
person (7,102 kilometres/return) that
the impact your activities have on the
Friendly Travel” site for climate-
carbon emissions.
n Use a digital camera rather than
you can offset by buying 1.4 tons of
environment in terms of the amount of
conscious travellers. The site provides
Following are some tips on ways to
Planning is Key
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disposable or film; n Bring a water filter or purification
green your travel life: n Pack light—less weight on flights
drops, or your own bottle to be filled at a water re-filling station
uses less fuel; n Take direct flights where possible— taking off uses up a huge amount of
to eliminate the waste from plastic water bottles; n Share a taxi, or take a shuttle or bus
fuel; n Take
daytime
flights—studies
to/from the airport;
have shown night flights are more
n Rent a hybrid car;
harmful to the atmosphere;
n Put your ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign
n Use a solar-powered charger; n Bring bio-degradable shampoo and
up so the sheets or towels aren’t unnecessarily changed at hotels; n Eat locally grown foods.
soap;
Delta and Northwest reach pre-merger agreement with Air Line Pilots Association
D
elta Air Lines has confirmed
is something that has never been done
that a tentative agreement
in this industry and is a testament to
has been reached between the
the leadership of ALPA and a working
Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines
together culture.”
groups of the Air Line Pilots Association
In April, Delta announced that it is
(ALPA) on a joint contract to take effect
combining with Northwest in an all-stock
upon closing of the Delta-Northwest merger, expected later this year. The pilot groups also have established a separate process designed to establish a single pilot seniority list by the close of the merger. The tentative agreement is subject to ratification by both airlines’ pilot
transaction to create America’s premier global airline. The new company will be called Delta and will be headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Combined, the company and its regional partners will provide customers access to more than 390 destinations in 67 countries. Together, Delta and Northwest will have
groups. “We are pleased that the Delta and Northwest pilot groups have reached a tentative agreement and have outlined
more than $35-billion in annual revenues, operate a mainline fleet of nearly 800 aircraft, employ approximately 75,000
a process for seniority integration that
people worldwide, and have one of the
will allow us to move forward with a
strongest balance sheets in the industry.
unified pilot group,” said Delta CEO
The merger is subject to the approval
Richard Anderson. “Achieving a joint
of Delta and Northwest shareholders
contract and combined seniority list in
and regulatory approvals, completion of
advance of the closing of the merger
which is expected later this year.
Cathay revises free checked baggage allowance for Economy Class
P
assengers booked in Economy Class on Cathay Pacific flights from/to
North
America
destinations, with tickets issued on or after 21 July 2008, should note that free checked baggage allowance will be revised to 23 kilograms per piece. For every piece of free check-in baggage exceeding 23 kilograms, but not over 32 kilograms, a fee of US$25 or equivalent in local currency will be
charged by the airline. The maximum number (2 pieces) and dimensions of free checked baggage remain unchanged. The same weight allowance applies to infants travelling at 10 per cent of the applicable adult fare and not occupying a seat, though only one bag is allowed. For complete details, please visit www.cathaypacific.com.
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Make education savings a priority
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f your child is close to high school graduation and considering attending a university, get ready for a shock if you don’t have an education savings plan in place as the cost for a fouryear diploma or degree could be substantial. How substantial? Average approximately $4,000-$5,000 per year for tuition, add $12,000-$15,000 per year for living expenses if the student lives away from home, include inflation (assuming it continues at three per cent per year), and the total cost for a fouryear undergraduate degree in 2020 will range from $70,000-$80,000. Government cutbacks mean that fewer loans are available, and with tuition costs constantly rising, competition for government funding will be fierce. If this trend continues, students who are not on scholarships, or those whose parents did not have an education savings plan in place, will find it extremely difficult to pay for their education.
RESP option For parents who want to begin saving now, an option to consider is a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP). This is a government-approved plan that permits earnings to compound on a tax-deferred basis. While you get no tax-deduction for the contributions, the tax deferral does enable the student’s money to grow fast. The big incentive, however, is the Canadian Education Savings Grant (CESG) portion that the government will contribute to the plan. This is equal to 20 per cent of the parent’s portion, to a maximum of $500 per child per year. Additionally, students from modestincome families may qualify for more money under the Canada Learning Bond program. Since the government is providing additional funding here, this is an opportunity not to be missed. When the money is withdrawn from the plan (at the discretion of the parent or other trustee), the student records the income on his or her tax return. Since a student’s income is usually not substantial, very little tax is payable. There are other types of RESPs available, but they don’t have the same benefits. For example, scholarship trusts offered by several organizations in Canada may not provide the same flexibility as a “self-directed” RESP from a mutual fund or bank/trust company. The self-directed plans can be invested in a broad range of equity and bond funds, with contributions varied as one
Chaplaincy thrift store reopens
L
ast month, the Vancouver Airport Chaplaincy (VAC) reopened its popular thrift store at a new location
near the airport’s south terminal. When it opened in September 2005,
the chapel thrift store quickly became popular with airport and Sea Island employees, so much so that it outgrew its location and closed in August 2006 while Chaplain Layne Daggett searched for a new location. The new premises are located at 4850 Cowley Crescent near the airport’s South Terminal. Hours of operation are Fridays from noon to 4 p.m. Items for sale include unclaimed lost and found articles, abandoned carry-on objects and donations from airport staff. For
more
information,
contact
Chaplain Daggett at (604) 303-3010.
sees fit. Additionally, parents may place all their children under one plan, rather than have a separate account for each child.
Type of post-secondary education The government definition of an applicable post-secondary education is very broad. It includes technical schools, art schools, film programs and even part time programs. Also, the funds from an RESP can be used for a very broad range of education-related expenses—such as transportation, books, fees, living expenses, etc. If, however, your child decides not to pursue a post-secondary education, the following options are available for the redemption of RESP funds: n Transfer the fund to another full-time student. This option is particularly attractive if the funds are transferred to the brother or sister of the original beneficiary. n Roll the accumulated growth of the
plan into your own RRSP, provided contribution room exists. n Withdraw the funds completely, in which case you will pay tax solely on the growth in the plan, not on the original capital deposited. However, the 20 per cent CESG government portion must be repaid.
Contribution limits You can contribute as much as you want each year to and RESP, to a lifetime maximum of $50,000 per child. Many people ask: “How much do I need to put in an RESP?” I suggest, as a rule of thumb, that $100 to $150 per month per child will be needed, provided you start when the child is an infant. If contributions then continue for 18 years, with a 10 per cent interest rate at $100 per month more than $60,000 will be accumulated, or $90,000 with $150 per month.
Tax strategies Remember, when funds are withdrawn from an RESP for a student’s
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Money Matters
By PETER KUTNEY
use, the money is taxable in the hands of the student. If the student needs more funds, then student loans (in moderation) are a good financial strategy, since they are interest-free. Once the student becomes a full-time employee, interest then becomes payable on the loan. However, the interest is tax-deductible by the student and non-transferable to a parent or spouse. The combination of an
interest-free loan while attending school and the tax-deductible status of interest payments following graduation, makes a loan a worthwhile supplementary strategy. Peter Kutney is a financial planner with
Partners in Planning in Burnaby. He can be reached at (604) 438-1603 or at pkutney@telus.net.
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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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JULY
2008
Bombardier to produce torches, cauldrons for Vancouver 2010 Games
W
hat will the Vancouver 2010
remain a surprise for months to come,
designer of planes and trains has joined
Olympic and Paralympic
Bombardier has received the honour of
the Vancouver Organizing Committee for
torches look like and how
designing and manufacturing the iconic
the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter
will the cauldron display the Olympic
torches and cauldrons for the 2010
Games (VANOC) as an official supporter
Flame at BC Place Stadium on February
Winter Games.
of the 2010 Winter Games and the first
12, 2010? While the answers will
The Canadian manufacturer and
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signature supporter of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Torch Relays. As
part
of
its
sponsorship,
Bombardier will design and manufacture the torches for the Vancouver 2010
The 2008 Beijing Olympics Torch in London, England.
Olympic and Paralympic Torch Relays and two ceremony cauldrons. The lighting of the cauldron is one of the
Transportation has been collaborating
35,000 kilometres—the longest single-
most anticipated and memorable
with VANOC to develop an original
country relay—bringing it through more
moments of the Opening Ceremony
and innovative concept for the torch,
than 1,000 communities in more than
and Bombardier will build two for the
which was approved by the International
100 days.
Vancouver 2010 Winter Games—one
Olympic Committee (IOC) last month.
As part of the agreement, Bombardier
at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver
The team includes engineers, industrial
receives exclusive rights in the aircraft
and the other at Celebration Plaza in
designers and specialists who will spend
manufacturer and total passenger transit
Whistler. The cauldrons, which are in
more than 24 months producing the
systems vehicle manufacturer product
pre-development, will be unveiled to
torches and cauldrons for 2010.
category for the 2010 Winter Games. with
The company also receives sponsorship
Bombardier, will unveil the selected torch
rights for the Canadian Olympic team
A multidisciplinary team from both
design in early 2009. Twelve thousand
for Beijing 2008, Vancouver 2010 and
Bombardier Aerospace and Bombardier
Canadians will carry the torch over
London 2012.
VANOC,
the world at the opening ceremony on February 12, 2010.
in
partnership
Hawker Beechcraft delivers advanced business jet
L
ast month, U.S.-based Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) delivered the first of its flagship
Hawker 4000 super-midsized business jets. The Hawker 4000 is the most advanced business jet in the world
HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES Harbour Air Seaplanes is the largest all-seaplane company in the world, and voted one of B.C.’s
based on its innovative composite construction. The Hawker 4000 has extensively toured the globe and has been in high demand, with more than 130 of the technologically advanced jets ordered First delivery of the Hawker 4000 Business Jet.
to date. The first several deliveries
Top-40 Employers. We are currently recruiting for
of the Hawker 4000 will be made to
these great full-time opportunities:
customers in the U.S., followed by
our flagship Hawker 4000,” said Jim
internationally. Its impressive climb
Venezuela, the United Kingdom, and
Schuster, chairman and CEO of HBC.
rate quickly takes passengers from sea
South Africa.
“We are ushering in a new era for general
level direct to 12,497 metres in just 20
aviation as the Hawker 4000 is first in its
minutes at maximum takeoff weight. It
class and the first in the world.”
has a certified ceiling of 13,716 metres.
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
“This is not only a truly significant moment in Hawker Beechcraft’s history, but also a landmark day for general
The Hawker 4000 capacity and
Powered by two Pratt and Whitney
aviation as we begin delivering the
range is designed to meet the needs
Canada PW308A engines, the Hawker
world’s most advanced business jet—
of
4000 can accelerate to its maximum
customers
domestically
and
experience; Demonstrated computer knowledge and experience working in a
cruise speed of Mach 0.84. Coupled
Window based platform; Extensive knowledge under Part 7 of the Canadian Aviation
with the Hawker 4000’s advanced wing
SPACE FOR LEASE
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
paced environment; Excellent communication skills and desire to work in a team based safety-focused environment. Apprentices must have Transport Canada accredited Aircraft Maintenance M1 course.
For complete position details visit www.harbourair.com.
high altitude/hot temperature and short field capability. The aircraft is constructed of advanced
composite
material.
Its
fuselage features a true 183-centimetre
DHC 2, DHC3(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 fast
design, the engines provide impressive
standup cabin with a 196.8 cm width.
Hangar, storage, office & shop space on 2 levels, plus mezzanine. Ramp access. Four areas available, more than 9,000 sq. ft. total.
The interior is fully customizable with a wide variety of materials and cabin finishes available. Interior layout is a standard eight-place configuration with fully articulating executive seats in double club format.
To apply, email your résumé to hr@harbourair.com
A flat floor runs the entire length
Contact Tony Coon at (604) 218-6635 tonycoon@penta-aviation.com or Ken Moon (604) 273-4649 kenmoon@penta-aviation.com
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