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As Vancouverites ushered in 2011, memories remain of the biggest event hosted in the province last year—the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The two-week event drew thousands of athletes and visitors to the province and produced an outpouring of street parties and spontaneous celebrations, punctuated by the Canadian men’s hockey team gold medal win. At YVR, the planning process was in effect for more than three years and included testing and tweaking of all aspects of the airport’s business and operations—from baggage systems that would handle a variety of winter equipment to arrangements to park the additional aircraft that arrived during the Games. In advance of the Games, YVR completed a number of construction projects ahead of schedule, including the new Domestic Terminal pre-security retail street, the Observation Deck and the airport area portion of the Canada Line, which connects the airport to downtown Vancouver in just 26 minutes. YVR’s goal was to make travel throughout the airport a smooth and seamless process for the additional 231,000 people that came through its doors during the 2010 Winter Games. To alleviate congestion in the terminal
on March 1—departure day, the busiest day in the airport’s history—YVR introduced off-site check-in at the Olympic villages in downtown Vancouver and Whistler. A new terminal was built—the Sea Island Remote Terminal—to take the Olympic family away from the terminals and allow regular customers to access the airport easier and faster. All of this contributed to the smooth flow of passenger traffic in the pre-board lounges and public spaces throughout the terminals. Not only did the 2010 Winter Games generate a host of medals for Canadian
athletes—26 at the final count—it contributed as much as $2.5-billion in gross domestic product in B.C., according to a study released last month by accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers. Additionally, the Vancouver Organizing Committee’s final financial report stated the Games broke even. While these initial results of the financial effect of the Games are promising, the BC Government expects the full impact to be even greater once a full review of 2010 is completed. “We’ve always believed that the Games
would provide the catalyst for economic, social, and athletic development provincially and nationally,” said B.C. Finance Minister Colin Hansen. “These preliminary results are significant, and we know that when we measure 2010 fully, we’ll see that British Columbia got an even more powerful economic lift from the Games just when we needed it most.” YVR welcomed the world on a grand scale in 2010, and as a result of good strategic partnerships and planning, created an amazing first and last impression of Canada, one that will be continued in 2011.
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Last month, while travellers at a number of North American and European airports coped with numerous flight cancellations due to heavy snowfalls, Air Canada spread the holiday spirit at YVR with Operation Snowflake, (Flocon in French), a flash mob event. A flash mob is a large group of people who assemble suddenly in a public place, perform an unusual act for a brief time, then disperse. The event, which appears spontaneous at the time, is designed to surprise passersby. The Air Canada-sponsored event included Abandon Paris, a local band who performed at the 2010 Winter Games Opening Ceremony and whose
lead singer is an Air Canada employee, and dancers from Arts Umbrella Dance Company. Much to the delight of onlookers in the Domestic Terminal, Abandon Paris played and sang and the Arts Umbrella troupe donned Santa Claus hats and danced to a medley of Christmas pop classics. Occurring a week before Christmas at the start of the heavy holiday travel season, the event brought smiles and holiday cheer to those travellers lucky enough to witness the act. To view the video of the sequence on YouTube, visit www. AirCanadaFlashMob.com.
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The new pre-security PGA Tour Shop has special offers this month. YVR is pleased to welcome the PGA Tour Shop to its roster of retailers. Through an exclusive merchandising agreement with the PGA Tour, the store partners with the legendary brand to appeal not only to golf enthusiasts, but also customers seeking casual clothing. Located pre-security next to the Level 3 International Departures Food Court, the PGA Tour Shop offers a selection of outerwear and sweaters for men and women, golf merchandise, accessories and instructional DVDs and books for enthusiasts wishing to brush up on their game or future PGA Tour champions just learning the sport. A wide assortment of
January Clearance Sale New items added weekly
well-known golf brands such as Callaway, Nike, Pebble Beach and PGA Tour are also available. The PGA Tour Shop’s grand opening specials will continue throughout this month—look for items such as two-forone Pebble Beach golf shirts and golf balls, PGA Tour Windshirts regularly priced at $48 on sale for $19.99 and 15-pack boxes of Top-Flite golf balls for $16.99. PGA Tour shops at airport locations in the U.S. have been named on Golf World magazine’s list of 100 Best Golf Shops for 14 consecutive years. The PGA Tour Shop at YVR is open 9am to 8pm daily.
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Joseph Randell appointed chair, National Airlines Council of Canada The National Airlines Council of Canada has appointed Joseph D. Randell as chair of the Council’s Board of Directors, effective December 14, 2010. President and chief executive officer of Jazz Air LP, Randell leads one of the world’s largest regional airlines. Headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Jazz employs approximately 5,000 employees and operates to more than 80 destinations in North America. Randell began his career in the airline
industry with Eastern Provincial Airways in 1976. He later helped found Air Nova in 1985 and served as its president. In 1999, he led the consolidation of Air Nova and Air Alliance, the eastern-based Air Canada regional carriers. Under his direction, further consolidation led to the creation of Jazz. He is a former chairman and past director of the Air Transport Association of Canada and is presently the only Canadian director of the Regional Airline
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Association. Randell holds a Bachelor of Industrial Engineering degree with distinction from the Technical University of Nova Scotia and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Memorial University in Newfoundland. The National Airlines Council of Canada is a trade association founded by Canada’s largest commercial airlines in order to ensure safe, sustainable and competitive air travel for Canadian consumers.
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New requirements for passport applications from Canadian-born applicants To further strengthen the integrity of the passport issuance process, Passport Canada is implementing changes to its birth certificate requirements for general passport applications. As of February 1, 2011, Passport Canada will only accept birth certificates issued by a provincial or territorial vital statistics agency entitled “Birth certificate,” “Certificate of birth” or “Certificat de naissance” or a “Certificate of citizenship” issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada from Canadianborn passport applicants. Passport Canada wants to ensure that Canadian travellers are aware of these upcoming changes well in advance of the implementation date and encourages Canadians to initiate their passport application process as soon as they
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Keep your vaccinations up-to-date The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has issued a reminder to travellers to make sure their pertussis vaccination is up-to-date. Pertussis, also called whooping cough, is a highly contagious disease that causes coughing spells which can last for four to six weeks. It is spread through droplets in the air from coughing or sneezing. This disease can affect people of any age but it is more serious when contracted by young infants. Recommendations Consult a doctor, nurse or health care provider, or visit a travel health clinic at least six weeks before travel and ensure that all vaccinations are up-to-date. Infants, Children and Adolescents: Vaccination is the most important preventive measure in controlling the spread of pertussis. The National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) recommends that infants be immunized at two, four, and six months of age with a booster at 18 months of age and four to six years of age. Adolescents should receive a booster at 14-16 years of age. Adults: Currently, only a single dose of pertussis (given as Tdap—tetanus and diphtheria vaccine combined with pertussis vaccine) is recommended in adulthood. For adults who have not previously received a dose of pertussis vaccine, it is recommended that the diphtheria-tetanus (Td) booster dose be replaced by the combined Tdap vaccine. Travellers and adults in regular contact with infants should be up-to-date on pertussis immunization regardless of their travel destination. Practice proper cough and sneeze etiquette: Cover your mouth and nose with your arm, not your hand, to reduce the spread of germs. If you do sneeze or cough in your hand, wash your hands immediately or use a hand sanitizer.
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Exhibit showcases Richmond’s history of technology Who were Richmond’s industrial pioneers? Were they the “geeks” of yesterday upon which today’s high-tech industry is built? The Cutting Edge: A History of Technology and Richmond, a new exhibition about Richmond’s high-tech companies and the industrial pioneers who have led them, opened last month at the Richmond Museum. Featured in the exhibit is an array of objects on loan from some of Richmond’s most notable high-tech companies. From satellite dishes and a WWII aircraft engine to even one of YVR’s automated self-serve check-in kiosks, on loan from the Airport Authority, there is plenty for visitors to explore. The Cutting Edge is a story of evolving technologies and their impact on the everyday lives of consumers. It traces the beginning of Richmond’s small-town roots to the global technological gateway it has become today. Richmond has long been a centre of industry, first attracting commercial enterprises in fishing, canning and agriculture. Since then, innovation and technological advancement have brought new and diverse industries and products. From huge corporations to small but creative businesses, Richmond’s business history has included several sectors— aerospace, data and communications,
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digital and new media. One of the Richmond’s defining qualities is the city’s mix of new and longstanding creative industrial enterprises and entrepreneurs, united by their innovation. One of the exhibits’ featured stories comes from Rod Wheeler, founder of Norsat, a Richmond-based microwave communications technologies company. Wheeler developed a workable consumer satellite prototype from his cabin in Whitehorse, using tinfoil and chicken wire. From these roots, Norsat extended its product offering to include a full range of microwave products, digital products for terrestrial and wireless applications, and open standard networks that provide customers with reliable, high-speed data transmission. The Cutting Edge exhibit will run until June 23, 2011. The museum is located in the Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond. Phone: (604) 247-8300. On loan from BCIT Aerospace is this Ranger aircraft engine on display at the exhibit. The Ranger 6-440C series are six-cylinder inline inverted air-cooled engines, which were mainly used in training aircraft in the 1930s. The 6-440/ L-440 was the last and the largest of the six-cylinder engines produced.
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Airlines complete move to bar-coded boarding passes Airlines worldwide have completed the move to replace magnetic stripe boarding passes with two-dimensional bar-coded passes (2D BCBP). Airlines issue more than 2-billion boarding passes each year and it is estimated that the conversion to the 2D BCBP will save the industry up to $1.5-billion a year. The completion of the industry project gives passengers greater choice in checking-in at home, at a kiosk, on a mobile device or at an airport check-in counter. BCBP also allows airlines to issue a single, printed boarding pass for multiple flights, simplifying the journey for passengers with flight connections or those travelling on different airlines. Moreover, BCBP opens the door for automated access to premium services. For example, with a scan of a BCBP, eligible passengers can access fast-track security lanes or lounges. “The magnetic stripe boarding passes are on their way to a history museum next to the paper ticket,” said Giovanni Bisignani, director general and CEO of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). “After electronic ticketing in 2008, the conversion to BCBP is the next important step to provide passengers with more convenience and choice. Completing many tasks during the journey will now take seconds with the swipe of a bar code.” History of the Transition Magnetic stripe boarding passes, which have been used since 1983, have
several limitations for airlines and passengers that the bar code overcomes. Magnetic stripe boarding passes require expensive printers located in the airport, at a check-in desk or inside a kiosk, limiting where passengers can get their boarding passes. The magnetic stripe boarding passes also require expensive and unique paper stock. In the 1990s, some carriers transitioned to one-dimensional (1D) bar codes, which have a series of parallel vertical lines and look similar to UPC codes used to identify store products. These 1D codes were first used in the rail industry in the 1960s and are only able to carry a limited amount of data. The IATA industry standard established in 2005 for airlines is a 2D code, which holds more information by using patterns of squares, dots and other geometric patterns. This code allows flexibility in the size, readability of codes and is supported by many different types of scanners and printers. The printed 2D code also allows for many security and encryption features. Reaching the 100 per cent BCBP goal was a joint effort of airlines, airports, service providers and IATA. Getting more than 2,000 airports on board and coordinating implementation was done through a secure web portal that allows airlines and airports to exchange, prioritize and coordinate implementation requests in order to efficiently plan the rollout of the global standard.
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Bill Reid’s masterpiece Public Art is a gathering point in YVR’s International Terminal
Author Around at Events traces a significant era in B.C. aviation history
The sculpture at YVR is a second casting—the first sits in a shallow, reflective pool in the Canadian embassy in Washington, D.C. The difference between the two is a distinctive green patina on the one at YVR, while the first casting is black. “Here we are at last, a long way from Haida Gwaii, not too sure where we are or where we’re going, still squabbling and vying for position in the boat, but somehow managing to appear to be heading in some direction. At least the paddles are together, and the man in the middle seems to have some vision of what’s to come.” So begins the voyage of the Spirit of Haida Gwaii: The Jade Canoe, the massive bronze sculpture by the late Haida artist Bill Reid, which is hailed by art critics as the most significant sculpture of the 20th century. The description is Reid’s own words
that describe the voyage of mythical Haida creatures that have assembled on board the mighty canoe. Although the voyage depicted in the massive six-ton sculpture has no definitive destination, its home is found on Departures Level in the International Terminal. The varying shades of green covering the sculpture complement the interior colour scheme of the terminal, which reflects the natural beauty of British Columbia. The mythical creatures taking passage aboard the canoe provide a world in a microcosm—an airport where people from different countries and cultures meet and
greet one another on a daily basis. Reid attended the January 1996 placement of his six-metre-long, 3.9-metrehigh bronze sculpture in the International Terminal. When asked what he would like people to experience after viewing his work, he modestly said, “I hope it leaves them with a good feeling, even if for a few minutes. And I just want them to have a pleasant memory of their journey.” As YVR begins its 80th year, it is indeed fortunate to have such a masterpiece to celebrate British Columbia’s supernatural beauty and indigenous heritage and culture.
(Left to right): Tony Swain, COPA columnist; St. Claire McColl, book purchaser; Jack Schofield, author; and Daryl Smith, CEO Pacific Coastal Airlines. Photo: Sandy Walters. Last month, BC Aviation Council sponsored a book launch for B.C. aviation author Jack Schofield’s latest book titled A Pilot’s Journey Log. Held at Airport South, the author autographed copies, along with Daryl Smith, CEO Pacific Coastal Airlines and the subject of the book. “A Pilot’s Journey Log is more than a biography of Daryl’s exciting flying adventures,” said Schofield. “It is a record
of the most significant period in B.C.’s coastal aviation industry, when regional service became the role of the fledgling AirBC, when the turf war between Air Canada and Canadian Airlines reshaped the industry, and when long familiar names disappeared forever.” The 170-page book is published by Coast Dog Press and is available for $35 in Canadian bookstores.
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Pack smart, leave prohibited items at home Last month, the Airport Authority teamed up with the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA), the pre-board screening authority, to remind passengers of some important travel tips for getting through the airport during the holiday season and throughout the year. A display was staged using 10,000 prohibited items collected over a fourweek period that did not make it through security. An astonishing number of scissors, pocket-knives, corkscrews, liquids and gels covered the counters and floor in front of the Customer Care kiosk in the Link Building and drew quite a lot of attention from passengers, airport employees and media. Some truly bizarre confiscated items caused quite a stir, including a set of free weights (for in-flight training), a sausagemaker, and a cobra preserved in rice wine (it’s the liquid, not the snake, that’s prohibited!). The bottom line? Every time an item has to be confiscated, the line-up wait time gets longer. Here are some helpful packing tips to help make the screening process as smooth as possible. Gifts and wrapped packages: Leave gifts and packages unwrapped until you arrive at your destination as their contents may need to be inspected. Insulated beverage containers: These must now be removed from carry-on baggage and placed in a bin for inspection. Liquids: Pack liquids, aerosols and gels such as sunscreen, hair gel, hand cream and perfume, in your checked baggage. Liquid items are only allowed in
carry-on luggage when packed in containers with a capacity of 100 ml / 100 grams or less. The containers must fit comfortably in one clear, closed and re-sealable plastic bag with a capacity of no more than one litre. One plastic bag per person is allowed, and must be removed from carry-on baggage and placed in a bin. Food products: These should be packed in your carry-on baggage, given that certain items may require additional searches. Solid food can be packed in carry-on baggage. When travelling internationally some food items are restricted when crossing the border. Check the regulations for your individual destination. When returning to Canada, consult the Canadian Food Inspection Agency website (www.inspection.gc.ca) about restricted items. Duty-free purchases: It is recommended that all duty-free purchases be placed in checked baggage. Electronic devices: The following items do not need to be removed from cases or bags in order to be screened: cell phones; MP3 music players (iPod); E-book readers (Kindle); portable DVD players; Tablets (iPad). Laptops and gaming consoles (PSP, Nintendo 3DS): These items must be removed from carrying cases and laptop bags and placed in a bin. Toy weapons: Water guns, replica swords, or any toy resembling a weapon must be packed in checked baggage. Sporting equipment: Most sports equipment, including skis, snowboards and skates, is not allowed as carry-on baggage. Place these items in checked baggage. Dress for success:
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Some of the more than 10,000 items that were confiscated at YVR over a four-week period. • Be ready to remove coats, jackets and blazers and place them in the bins provided. • Dress comfortably with easy-toremove outerwear, jackets and belts. • Limit jewellery to small earrings, watches, and wedding bands/engage-
ment rings. • Wear clothing without snaps, metal buttons or studs. • Avoid wearing shoes with metal arches, buckles, steel-toes or shanks. • Avoid wearing belts with metal buckles.
Be ready to empty all contents of your shirt and pant pockets and place these items in the bins before passing through the walk-through metal detector. Remember to leave plenty of time to get to YVR and get through security to ensure a stress-free start to your trip.
Recommendations on how to travel light matic or boring. One skirt and a single It is best to travel light, so that you pair of trousers can be matched with a can avoid unnecessary delays and get t-shirt, a fancy blouse or a tank top to to your destination most efficiently. make six different outfits—plenty of Following are some recommendations outfits for a week’s travel. to travel light. Bring enough clean underwear so Carry a small bag. The bag should that you can get through at least half be lightweight and easy to carry, as it of your journey’s time without doing is quite common to have to walk long laundry, up to 5 days time. This also distances and climb stairs in transit. goes for socks, if you will be wearing Determine the climate conditions those daily. of your destination. Check the weather Bring at least two pairs of comreport so that you know what type of fortable shoes. In the event that one clothing to bring with you. For exampair gets wet, or your feet hurt unexple, if the weather is going to be warm, pectedly, you will be incredibly grateful then there is no need to bring a heavy that you have that extra pair of shoes. jacket. Consider your packing space Take a coordinated wardrobe. Small Rooms, carefully. Roll clothes into small rolls This does not have to be monochroSmall Prices
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Cathay unveils new Business Class seat and airline staff uniforms
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Top Right: Cathay Pacific’s new Business Class seat that has been designed around the passenger’s needs, providing a space in which to sleep, dine, work, read, watch TV or simply relax.
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Top Left: Cathay Pacific’s cabin crew model the new uniforms, designed by Eddie Lau, one of Hong Kong’s leading fashion designers.
Last month, Cathay Pacific unveiled its latest product and service innovations at a gala event in Hong Kong attended by more than 3,000 people. The airline revealed its new Business Class seat that will be in service beginning March 2011, and displayed a new uniform for its cabin crew and customer-service staff, which will be introduced in the second half of this year. The new Business Class seat offers both privacy and openness, with a wingback chair that cocoons passengers in their own private area and has been designed to maximize space. The seats, which are angled to give passengers a window view, also provide passengers with the ability to control either their widescreen in-flight entertainment system or the adjustable seat. The seat also converts into a bed that is one of the longest and widest provided on any commercial airline. The first Cathay aircraft to feature the new Business Class product will be an Airbus A330-300, which is planned to enter service on some of the airline’s flights to Sydney, Australia beginning in March. Over the last 60 years, Cathay has changed the uniform for its customer-service staff a total of nine times. Along with its brush-wing aircraft tail, the airline’s staff and their uniforms are the most recognized symbols of Cathay’s brand. The new uniform to be introduced later this year is an evolution of the existing uniform and among the signature features being retained is red as the principal colour, the brush-wing log, standing collars and cuffs and long skirts for senior frontline staff. New fabrics with a mechanical stretch are being employed on a number of uniform items to provide more comfort and ease of movement, while still meeting stringent occupational health and safety requirements. The latest product and service enhancements form part of Cathay’s ongoing investment upgrades. The airline currently has a total of 65 new aircraft on order for delivery up to 2019.
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Canada is expanding the 1987 Canada-Egypt bilateral air transport agreement to allow airlines to operate more flights between Canada and Egypt. The expanded agreement provides airlines in both countries the flexibility to adjust their travel prices in line with market conditions as well as offer flights using seats on other airlines, commonly known as code-sharing services. The agreement also contains provisions dealing with aviation safety and security, reflecting the importance of these subjects to both countries. Since the launch of the Blue Sky policy in November 2006, the Government of Canada has negotiated air transport
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agreements with more than 50 countries, including: • open skies-type agreements with 11 countries: Ireland, Iceland, New Zealand, Barbados, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, South Korea, El Salvador, Switzerland, Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica; • expanded agreements with eight countries: Mexico, Japan, Jordan, Singapore, the Philippines, Morocco, Cuba and Egypt; • new first-time agreements with eight countries: Kuwait, Serbia, Croatia, Panama, Turkey, South Africa, Ethiopia and Tunisia; and • a comprehensive air transport agreement between Canada and the European Union’s 27 member states. This includes Cyprus, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Slovakia and Slovenia, with which Canada did not previously have air agreements.
Enerjet heads to Guyana, Air Transat approved for Turkey
Enerjet provides service on Boeing 737-700 Next Generation jet aircraft. Enerjet, a Canadian airline that provides charter services to Canadian companies, organizations and groups for domestic and international charter flights, has been given approval by the Canadian Ministry of Transport to operate scheduled international air services between Canada and the South American country of Guyana. Enerjet is originally a charter airline headquartered in Calgary. It has operated flights to holiday destinations in the Caribbean and Mexico from Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Toronto. The announcement was made last month by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, who also announced that Air Transat has been granted approval to operate scheduled
international services between Canada and Turkey. Air Transat specializes in charter flights from Canadian cities to vacation destinations, mainly in the south during the winter months and in Europe during the summer. “These designations will provide additional flight choices for consumers travelling between Canada and these two countries,” said Minister Strahl. “The designations also contribute to the growth of the Canadian air industry.” Under Canada’s Multiple Designation policy, all Canadian air carriers may apply to the Minister of Transport for designation to operate scheduled international air services. These designations were made possible by the 2005 Canada-Guyana and 2009 Canada-Turkey air transport agreements.
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On December 23, WestJet flew 50,336 guests on 434 flights, setting a new single-day record for the airline. The previous record was 49,545 guests on 418 flights,
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Honda Aircraft Company announced a successful completion of the first flight of its FAA-conforming HondaJet advanced light business jet. The event is a significant step in Honda’s aerospace program leading to delivery of aircraft in 2012. The first conforming HondaJet lifted off last month from the company’s facility in Greensboro, North Carolina. The HondaJet remained aloft for 51 minutes, during which time the aircraft’s flight characteristics and performance were analyzed and systems checks were conducted. To support the company’s certification program, Honda has completed its second FAA-conforming aircraft, which already has undergone numerous structural tests required for commencement of certification flight testing. The third conforming aircraft, to be used mainly for mechanical systems flight testing, is scheduled to be completed early this year. A total of five FAA-conforming aircraft, including one additional flight test aircraft and one additional structural test aircraft, are planned to support the HondaJet certification program. Honda Aircraft Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Honda Motor Company, has already received orders for more than 100 HondaJet advanced light business jets. Scheduled for first delivery in the third quarter of 2012, the $4.5-million HondaJet is Honda’s first-ever commercial aircraft.
The HondaJet lifts off on its test flight last month. The HondaJet proof-of-concept aircraft has accumulated more than 500 flight test hours and attained both a top speed of 420 knots (483 mph) and a maximum altitude of 13,106 metres in flight testing. The HondaJet incorporates many innovative technological advances in aviation design, including a unique over-the-wing engine-mount configuration that dramati-
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The interior of the new HondaJet includes a spacious cabin, handcrafted club seating and personal seat-side amenities.
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Air China combines flight-shuttle bus tickets for its domestic routes Air China now offers combined tickets that include domestic flights and shuttle bus services to nearby cities. The first combined flight-shuttle bus ticket connects Tianjin via shuttle bus with domestic flights passing through Beijing. The service will later be expanded to hub cities such as Shanghai and Chengdu, connecting them via shuttle bus to their peripheral cities. The new service expands Air China’s network and make it much more convenient for passengers living in cities surrounding the nation’s airport hubs. Previously, passengers transferring to or from a shuttle bus had to fill out a form to carry on their journey. But now passengers are able to check, book and buy combined tickets on Air China’s website or through the sales hotline. The combined route includes two parts: an Air China flight; and the shuttle bus, which is also given a flight number. The shuttle bus from Beijing to Tianjin, for example, has flight numbers of CA9001
and CA9003. If a passenger from Tibet wants to fly to Tianjin, he can buy a combined ticket on Air China’s website and get to his destination just by showing his ID card. Zhou Enyong, General Manager of Air China’s Marketing Department, said, “Air China’s new flight-shuttle bus combined ticket brings more flexibility to the hub network,” said Zhou Enyong, general manager of Air China’s marketing department. “It is just the latest example of how Air China strives to provide more innovative services to passengers and make their lives more comfortable.” Air China is China’s national flag carrier and a Star Alliance member. With a fleet of more than 280 Airbus and Boeing aircraft, Air China’s 264 routes serve 29 countries and regions, including Vancouver. The airline now has more than 14-million members in its frequent flyer program. For more information, visit www.airchina.com.cn.
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The DC-3 begins its 76th year in aviation service Aviation History
The Douglas DC-3 first flew on December 17, 1935. The aviation era started 108 years ago when the Wright brothers first took flight. But the era of passenger airlines did not really take off until 1935 when the venerable Douglas DC-3 introduced a whole new segment of the population to air travel and established air transportation as a normal way of travelling. The DC-3 may not top a lot of people’s list of their favourite aircraft—it’s not sleek, it’s not sexy and it’s not fast by today’s standards. But it remains one of the most important airplanes in the history
A DC3 cockpit, which was operated by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration to check navigational radio aids.
of aviation. Like most airliners, the DC-3 was developed at the request of an airline looking for a better way to carry passengers. American Airlines’ CEO requested the design of an improved successor to the DC-2 as the airline wanted to carry more passengers farther and faster. American Airlines had been using the Curtiss Condor because it was large enough for sleeping berths on long routes, but it was slow. The DC-2 was faster but it was too narrow for berths.
The answer was an evolutionary step forward in the DC line. The new plane would appear in two versions: a 14-berth sleeper version, the Douglas Sleeper Transport (DST) and a day version, called the DC-3. The DST was wider and longer and had more powerful engines than the DC-2. Its modified tail gave the plane better directional stability and reduced the tendency to fishtail found in the DC-2. Its original design used 85 per cent of the parts used on the DC-2. Douglas Aircraft understood that reli-
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CHC Safety & Quality Summit (7th Annual) Westin Bayshore Resort & Marina, 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver, BC The CHC Safety & Quality Summit is an internationally recognized aviation safety conference aimed at improving safety in aviation globally through excellence in human factors. The Summit attracts the brightest experts from around the globe to share best practices and explore the latest in safety management systems, human factors of safety and creating a safety culture. This year’s theme is Corporate Responsibility vs. Personal Accountability: Two sides of the Same Coin and will feature 40 sessions for participants to choose from. For more information, call Irina Sakgaev (604) 232-7032 or Greg Wyght (604) 232-7424 or email summit@chc.ca.
Buffalo Airways DC-3—seats are available for flights between Hay River and Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.
ance on the DC-2 for parts limited use of the new plane in a wide variety of roles, so the DC-3 was substantially redesigned. The aircraft used only 15 per cent of the parts and components from the DC-2. Design changes included rounder sides and nose, and strengthened and longer wings with greater area that provided more space for fuel tanks. The undercarriage was also strengthened and its operation made softer on landing. These changes, while resulting in higher design costs, contributed to the DC-3 being produced in greater numbers than any other transport aircraft. By the end of 1938, 95 percent of all U.S. commercial airline traffic flew on DC-3s. By 1939, 90 percent of the world’s airline traffic was being carried by these aircraft. Douglas built a total of 10,655 of the DC-3 series, and another 2,500 planes were built under license in the Soviet Union and Japan. When World War II began, many commercial DSTs and DC-3s were pressed into military service as the C-47. These planes were useful because of their large load-carrying capacity. Their normal range
was 2,414 kilometres, but adding fuel tanks extended the flight range. Currently, it is estimated that approximately 400 DC-3s remain in service. The aircraft’s legendary ruggedness is enshrined in a light-hearted description as “a collection of parts flying in loose formation.” The surviving planes are used for a variety of tasks—the U.S. Forest Service uses them to fight fires and several countries rely on them to deliver cargo and people to research sites in Antarctica. Buffalo Airways, a small carrier in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, still uses them for scheduled flights. While Buffalo Airways normally operates its DC-3s on wheels, the airline has them removed and replaced with skis to land on the snow-covered lakes of the Canadian North. Unique among prewar and wartime aircraft, the DC-3 has proven its worth in the aviation world. Now beginning its 76th year of flying, current upgrades of turbine engines and modern avionics will certainly ensure that this venerable workhorse will be around for its 100th birthday.
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Air New Zealand’s skycouch seats allow passengers to cuddle up
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Passengers on Air New Zealand’s can now cuddle up in economy class using the airline’s seats that converts three seats into a ‘couch’ by retracting the armrests and raising the footrests. Air New Zealand took possession of its first Boeing 777-300ER (extended range) on Christmas Eve. The new aircraft is the first of five 777-300ERs on order and will complement the eight Boeing 777-200ERs already in the airline’s long-haul fleet. Air New Zealand’s Boeing 777300ERs feature a unique, innovative seat experience in the Economy, Premium Economy and Business
Premier classes. For example, Skycouch seating, dubbed as “cuddle class,” is available in the first 10 rows of Economy Class and will allow passengers who book three-wide seat space to raise the footrests with the touch of a button to create a lie-flat space similar to a sofa at home. Air New Zealand’s Premium Economy Spaceseats will feature a larger seat area and more room between pas-
sengers. When the seat reclines, it slides forward, preserving the personal space of the passenger sitting behind. Air New Zealand was named 2010 Airline of the Year by Air Transport World because of its passenger-pleasing innovations. Now if they would only add a bathroom queue button and that would let passengers know when it’s their turn to access the facility.
New Zealand, a diverse and unique destination Winter in Canada means summer in New Zealand, the perfect time to visit this country of contrasting beauty and magnificent landscapes. More than two-million tourists visit each year, making it one of the top travel destinations in the world. Lush forestation, incredible wildlife, a friendly population, great weather and a cornucopia of natural beauty, all add to New Zealand’s allure and appeal, branding this diverse country as an extraordinary vacation destination. It contains six of the seven climatic regions on the planet, boasts a series of unparalleled golden-sand beaches, protected marine parks to explore from on or beneath the surface, safe-but-active volcanic areas, pristine snow-capped Alps to ski and climb, prehistoric forests and unique flora and fauna. Made even more famous when The Lord of the Rings trilogy was shot there, New Zealand provided the backdrop for the fantastical Middle-earth with its towering snow-capped peaks and rolling green valleys. However, this was only a glimpse into this country’s stunning terrain. For those who enjoy city life, New Zealand has some incredible cities worth visiting such as Auckland and Wellington on the North Island and Christchurch with its beautiful colonial architecture, located on the South Island. The variety of city and country destinations in New Zealand are easily accessible, without thousands of kilometres to travel between each destination and it has an enviable reputation as one of the safest destinations in the world. Following are some of the new experiences for 2011.
Milford Sound & Hollyford Track Luxury Experiences
Ngai Tahu Tourism has launched a new guided luxury experience. The Hollyford Heli Day includes a helicopter flight from Queenstown in the south-west of the South Island to Pyke Lodge for morning tea, a jet-boat ride, walking in a podocarp forest, helicopter flight to Martin's Bay for lunch,
flight over Milford Sound and glacier landing before returning to Queenstown. www. hollyfordtrack.com
New Perfect Day Tour with Dive Tutukaka
Perfect Day has a new 90- minute evening cruise along the North Island’s Tutukaka Coast—rated by National Geographic magazine as a top coastal destination—that includes canapés and a glass of beer or wine. Departs at 6.30pm, and returns at 8pm—in time to complete the day at one of the four local restaurants. www.aperfectday.co.nz
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One-day Canoe Tour with Canoe Safaris
Canoe Safaris, operating from Ohakune in the North Island’s Tongariro National Park, New Zealand's oldest national park and a dual World Heritage area, has a new one-day canoe tour on the upper Whanganui River. The five-hour return trip to Lavender Farm is in a six-person canoe with a guide on board, and is suitable for the whole family. The trip includes early riverboat history, lunch and a short walk to the Lavender Farm for refreshments. No experience is required to take part in the activity. www.canoesafaris.co.nz Air New Zealand (www.airnewzealand. ca) and Air Canada (www.aircanada.com) offer flights to Auckland from YVR.
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Estate planning Money Matters for RRSP/RIF invesments By Peter Kutney
Most people think of Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) investments as money that will be used to fund their retirement. But what happens to those savings if the RRSP or RIF became part of an estate? While there are many tax-effective ways to distribute registered assets, there are also certain rules that can create challenges if tax-saving strategies are not followed. Following are some tax-saving strategies to protect your RRSP/RIF investments in the event they become part of your estate. For simplicity sake both investment vehicles are referred to as RRSPs. Tax-deferred rollover. If you name your spouse or common-law spouse as the beneficiary of your RRSP, the assets can be rolled over with no immediate tax implications and without affecting the surviving spouse’s RRSP contribution limit. By making the designation directly in the
RRSP, the registered assets will not form part of your estate. As a result, they will not attract probate fees. Bequests to minor children. Another tax-effective option is to leave RRSP assets to a financially dependent child or grandchild. If the child is a minor, the proceeds can be used to purchase a term-annuity to age 18. If the financially dependent child or grandchild is over 18, the proceeds will be included in his or her income and will not be a deemed tax-free vehicle. If you have a financially dependent child or grandchild who is mentally or physically infirm, the proceeds can be transferred tax-free to his or her RRSP, or can be used to buy an annuity. Bequests to other family or friends. If you plan to leave your RRSP to someone else, such as an adult child, sibling, or friend, the proceeds will be fully taxable upon death—and there may be implications for your other beneficiaries. For
example, if you name one of your adult children as beneficiary of your RRSP, the proceeds will go to that child but the tax liability will go to your estate. This might leave less money than you had intended for the other children. The tax liability can be large, since the estate will pay tax at the marginal rate of the deceased taxpayer on his or her terminal tax return—often at 43.7 per cent for B.C. residents. One solution is to name your estate as beneficiary and leave a portion of the RRSP proceeds—such as the remainder after taxes and probate fees—to that child through your will. This does not eliminate the tax liability, but does more equitably account for it. Bequests to charity. If you want to leave your RRSP to charity, you can name your estate as the RRSP beneficiary and leave instructions in your will that an amount equal to the value of the RRSP be transferred to one or more named charities.
To offset the tax on the proceeds, your estate can claim a charitable donation tax credit. Thanks to recent legislative changes, you can also make the designation directly in the RRSP and your estate can still claim the charitable donation tax credit. Preserving RRSP assets. Naming a spouse or financially dependent child as beneficiary can defer or reduce taxes on your RRSP assets, but it can’t eliminate the tax liability. Life insurance can be used to cover the taxes, preserve the full value of your RRSP assets, and assure an equitable inheritance for each family member. Professional tax advice can help you plan investment bequests in a tax-effective way to meet your estate planning goals. Peter Kutney is a retirement and estate planner with Partners in Planning Financial Services and can be reached at pkutney@telus.net or 604-438-1603.
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Technology
All-in-one App for pilots
Flight preparations are now a breeze for pilots, with the release of a new application (app) developed by software developer, iApps. FlightBOX is a free app developed specifically for the aviation industry and created for iPhone and iPad use. It is the only all-in-one flight bag app that features a fully customizable logbook for flight data entry. Australia-based iApps worked closely with local aeronautical professionals to create the app. “We found a gap in this niche market,” said Rick Hoy, managing director. “There was a need for a mobile application for pilots that would be useful from training and continue with them through their career.” The app also combines an array of functions that until now were built as individual apps. “Being a trainee pilot myself, I appreciated the need for an all-in-one app that was user-friendly and covered all the flight intelligence I needed,” said Hoy. “One major benefit of FlightBOX is the personalized logbook. There is no other logbook on the market that can be customized.” The app allows pilots to complete extensive pre-flight planning and checklists, graphical route charting, flight intelligence, calculations and conversions, NAIPS weather, practice Basic Aeronautical Knowledge exams and log all flight data. In keeping with the legal requirement for pilots to keep a log inventory of all flights, the next update of FlightBOX will allow an electronic version of the log to be securely stored on a server through the app. Future updates will also include extended global weather services and additional calculation functions such as fuel, wind and weight. FlightBOX is available for free download from the iTunes App store.
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Neighbourhood Restaurant Guide Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Try something different today for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The following restaurants are at or within five minutes from YVR, and most offer airport employee discounts.
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Everyday Quality Dining at Casual Prices. Fully Licensed.
Excellent Wines
Richmond’s largest selection of Artisan Beers
Winner Richmond’s Best Independent Burger Bar
Fresh burgers cooked to order. Double blanched Kennebec potato fries.
2010 Winner Best Deli in Richmond (meats, cheeses & great desserts).
MONDO
In the heart of Steveston
The Market at Papi’s
EATERY & BURGER BAR www.mondoeatery.com
12251 #1 Road, Richmond 604. 275.8355
Gourmet Mediterranean Food to Go
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MAIN TERMINALS Domestic (Before Security) • Starbucks: Coffee, pastries, sandwichesLevel 3 Departures A&W: Breakfast served daily—Bacon ‘n Egger with real bacon and real eggs, hash browns, French Toast. Also, hamburgers, fries, beverages, including A&W’s famous root beer. Open 5am-10pm. Level 3 Departures. • Harvey’s: Breakfast, burgers -Level 3 Departures • Jugo Juice: Juice, smoothies, wraps & paninis – Level 3 Departures • Subway: Sandwiches, salads & wrapsLevel 3 Departures • Swiss Chalet: Rotisserie chicken-Level 2 Arrivals • Tim Hortons: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soups-Level 2 Arrivals & Level 3 Departures • Toshi Teppanyaki: Japanese cuisine – Level 3 Departures • White Spot: Burgers, fresh salads, pastas, rice bowls, stir-fries, entrées from the grill and desserts—Level 3 Departures. • Wok ‘N Roll: Chinese & Japanese cuisine – Level 3 Departures International (Before Security) • Hanami Japanese Restaurant: Dim Sum & Japanese cuisine-Level 3 Departures • Koho Restaurant & Bar: Casual diningLevel 3 Departures • Galiano Bakery & Café: Breakfast, sandwiches & pastries-Level 3 Departures • Burger King: Breakfast, burgers, salads -Level 2 Arrivals & Level 3 Departures • Flying Wedge Pizza: Pizza, salads & soups-Level 3 Departures • Fortune Wok: Asian cuisine – Level 3 Departures • OPA! Souvlaki of Greece: Greek cuisine-Level 3 Departures
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Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world’s most widely recognized red wine grape varieties. It is grown in nearly every major wine-producing country among a diverse spectrum of climates—from British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley to the Beqaa Valley in Lebanon. Cabernet Sauvignon became internationally recognized through its prominence in Bordeaux wines where it is often blended with
• Tim Hortons: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soup – Level 2 Arrivals • Toshi Teppanyaki: Japanese cuisine – Level 3 Departures Airport South • The Flying Beaver Bar & Grill 4760 Inglis Drive. Located on the water, inside Harbour Air Seaplanes Terminal, near Vancouver Airport South. Incredible location, great food, good service & good value. Open 7 days per week 11am to midnight, weekend breakfast from 9am. (604) 273-0278. • McDonald’s Restaurant 6020-6086 Russ Baker Way. Fast food, 5am-midnight. (604) 718-1022 3 The Sideslip Café #100-5360 Airport Road South. Located at Esso Avitat. Open 6am-10:30am for breakfast and until 3pm for lunch. Serving homemade soups, sandwiches & paninis & daily specials. Fresh baked pastries, organic tea & coffee. Also serving Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte, Chai Tea, Frappuccino, Iced Tea and Fruit Smoothies. Take out & catering. (604) 303 SLIP (7547) • Skyway Restaurant (YVR South Terminal) #118-4440 Cowley Crescent. Breakast, lunch. (604) 231-9822 • Sushi Café 5455 Airport Road South. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, 6am-10pm. Eat in or take out. (604) 761-2362 MARPOLE • Cravings Restaurant & Lounge 8804 Osler Street, Vancouver. This newly renovated restaurant is located behind the Coast Hotel, only 5 minutes from YVR. Lunch, dinner, weekend breakfast. Tapas, classic pastas, steaks, seafood, vegetarian meals, stir-fries, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, pizzas, salads, soups, and more. (604) 264-8444. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.
Merlot and Cabernet Franc. From France, the grape spread across Europe and to the New World, where it found new homes in places like California’s Napa Valley, South Australia’s Coonawarra region and Chile’s Maipo Valley. For most of the 20th century, it was the world’s most widely planted premium red wine grape until it was surpassed by Merlot in the 1990s.
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OVER THE BRIDGE(S) 5 Mr. Pickwick’s Fish & Chips 8620 Granville Street, Vancouver Lunch, dinner, British pub foods & fresh seafood. 11am- 8:30pm. (604) 266-2340 11 The Boathouse Restaurant 8331 River Road, Richmond Lunch, dinner. 11am-10pm. (604) 273-7014 Hotel Restaurants • Best Western Abercorn Inn 9260 Bridgeport Road • Highlander Restaurant: Open for lunch & dinner, serving a variety of high-quality continental and world cuisine. Lunch 10:30am-2pm; dinner 5pm-9:30pm. (604) 270-7576. • The Fairmont Vancouver Airport (at YVR) –3111 Grant McConachie Jetside Bar: Level 3 International Departures – offers a selection of appetizers, snacks, and shared food. (604) 248.3281 Globe@YVR: Award-winning signature restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and featuring a special holiday menu. (604) 248-3281 • River Rock Casino Resort 8811 River Road The Buffet – breakfast 6:30am-10:30am, lunch 11am-2pm, dinner (604) 247-8573 The Buffet at River Rock – 7 mins. by Canada Line to all you can eat buffet, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch or Breakfast $14.95. Newly renovated, The Buffet at River Rock highlights fresh local produce & offers culturally diverse & traditionally inspired dishes with complimentary selected beverages. (604) 247-8900 • Sandman Signature Hotel 10251 St Edwards Drive Denny’s – breakfast, lunch, dinner. (604) 276-2853 Chop Steak Fish Bar – casual dining. (604) 276-1180 • Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel 7571 Westminster Highway The American Grille—American cuisine enhanced with regional flavours. Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Open 6am-10pm. (604) 232-2804 • The Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport 3099 Corvette Way The Apron – minutes away from Vancouver International Airport & nestled on the banks of the Fraser River. For reservations, call (604) 238-2105. STEVESTON 6 Mandalay 140 - 3900 Bayview Street Euro-Asian and Westcoast cuisine. Open for Lunch and Dinner everyday from 11am. (604) 628-2500
7 Mondo Burger Bar 12251 #1 Road Mondo Burger Bar is a 20-seat separate entity with the same location as its big brother Papi’s. The room is small yet cozy with a lively energetic and warm atmosphere. Mondo Burger’s food menu changes monthly, featuring a selection of small plates from around the globe. The ever-changing wine list offers a selection aimed at satisfying even the most discerning of palates. Hours of Operation: 7 days a week, 11:30am–8pm. Eat in or take out. (604) 275-8355. 9 Paesano’s 250-12240 2nd Avenue @ Bayview Steveston’s one and only Italian restaurant, celebrating 30 years of serving authentic Italian cuisine. Open daily at 11:30am. Reservations recommended. (604) 270-9252. 10 Steveston Seafood House 3951 Moncton Street Celebrating 32 years of fine dining and seafood specialties. Special winter 4-course menu. Dinner from 5:30pm. (604) 271-5252 • Tapenade Bistro 3711 Bayview Street Award-winning wine list and cuisine. Lunch, dinner, brunch, desserts, group menus. Hours: Tues-Fri.: lunch 11:30am-2:30pm; dinner from 5pm. Sat. & Sun.: brunch & lunch from 11am; dinner from 5pm. Available for private functions. (604) 275-5188 7 The Market at Papi’s 12251 #1 Road Next door to The Burger Bar, located behind Papi’s.Specializing in gourmet Mediterranean fresh food to go. Claudette Piacenza is the Market at Papi’s proprietor and operator. Her love and passion for Italian culture and foods are evident in the wide variety and selection of the ever-growing inventory in the market. Her passion for her endeavour is exemplified on a day-today basis to all of the markets regulars and newcomers. Drop by the market Monday through Saturday to see what is new, trendy and fresh. Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday, 10am-6pm. (604) 277-7444. • Yokohama Teppanyaki Sushi & Steakhouse 140 – 12251 No 1 Road. Authentic Japanese cuisine served at their Teppan Grill, where your dinner is cooked to perfection right before your eyes. Open Mon to Fri 10:00am to 10:00pm. Weekends 11:00am to 9:30pm. (604) 271-8896.
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Next issue deadline for
Restaurant Feature
is January 31, 2011. call 604.736.6754 Steveston’s One & Only Italian Restaurant
A fine, upscale dining experience. 31 Years serving authentic Italian Cuisine – Serving Richmond since 1979.
JANUARY IS THE MONTH OF
IN STEVESTON
Lunch & Brunch Specials A variety of pastas and sandwiches, starting at $8.95 Fine Dining in the Evening Dinner entrées, starting at $12.95 250-12240 2nd Avenue @ Bayview St. In Steveston Village “By the Boardwalk”
604-270-9252
Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner Reservations Recommended
www.paesanos.ca
In Appreciation of the Steveston Seafood House being voted best seafood restaurant once again, we are pleased to announce the return of our four course Winter Feature menu.
FeatureSet Menu APPETIZER Stuffed mushroom caps with goat cheese & crab meat or Coconut prawns & scallops or Sautéed beef tips or
2ND COURSE
Feliz Año Nuevo World Famous Fish (Always Wild) & Chips DAILY MANAGER SPECIALS
FRIDAY: 2 pieces Cod & Chips $6.98 SATURDAY & SUNDAY: 1 piece Cod, Oyster & Chips with tartar lemon dill sauce $9.98 or 1 piece Halibut, Oyster & Chips with tartar lemon dill sauce $13.98 Show your YVR ID & Get 10% Off*
Open daily 11am to 9pm 8620 Granville St @ 70th, Vancouver
604-266-2340 *Granville location only www.mrpickwicks.bc.ca
BEST BREAKFAST @ YVR!! . . . . . . . . . . . . $4.95 Don’t fly solo, try our Wingman Breakfast Sandwich BEST BURGERS @ YVR!! Starting at $6.99 Get it on Down! Try our 1/3-lb Sirloin Slip Burger BURRITO WEDNESDAYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7.99 …are to Die For!! Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattés & Chai Lattés
Caesar salad or Homemade seafood chowder
ENTRÉE Osso Bucco 2 slowly braised lamb shanks in a red wine & roasted garlic demi-glaze served with pearl onions or Schnitzel Topped with crab, shrimp, and asparagus. Served with hunter sauce or Blackened Sablefish Fresh sablefish oven-baked with a mild Cajun spice or Pacific Halibut Queen Charlotte Island halibut with a lemon butter caper sauce
DESSERT Apple Pie or Crème Caramel or Chocolate Mousse
Emal: thesideslipcafe@telus.net www.thesideslipcafe.com #100-5360 Airport Rd South @ Esso Avitat | FREE PARKING
604 303-7547 Take-Out & Catering
Breakfast: 6am-10:30am | Lunch: 11am-3pm Monday to Friday
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Convair B-36 “Peacemaker”
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A strategic bomber built by Convair operated by the US Air Force from 1949-1959. The B-36 was the largest mass-produced piston engine aircraft ever made. It had the longest wingspan of any combat aircraft ever built (70 metres), although there have been larger military transports. The B-36 was the first bomber capable of delivering all the nuclear weapons in the US arsenal from inside its two bomb bays without aircraft modifications.
AUTOS FOR SALE 2009 Mazda CX-9 GT AWD leather, sunroof and power group. Only 37,708 kms. $31,990. Stk#EH68628
2008 Pontiac G5, 4dr,grey, auto, only 13k’s, Stk# P325318. Was $15,998 Now $9,994.
AUTOS FOR SALE
2008 Jeep Wrangler, 4WD , auto, blue, only46k’s, Stk# P580734 Was $24,998 Now $18,994.
2006 Mazda A6 a/c, power group, only 63,982 kms. Priced to sell at $13,888. Stk#A42171
2009 Jeep Wrangler, 4WD, grey, only 33k’s, Stk# P701332 Was $22,998 Now $16,994.
2007 Mazda CX-7 GT four to choose from. Fully equipped with leather and sunroof. Starting from $22,888.
2009 Dodge Nitro, 4dr, 4WD, red, only 26k’s, Stk # P520846 Was 25,998 Now $19,994.
2010 Lexus IS F Sport, demo, V8, 8-spd. Auto,
2007 Chrysler 300, RWD, auto, silver, Stk # L841142 Was $21,998 Now $16,994.
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2008 Mazda Miata Mx-5 with power hard top. Fully equipped. Just arrived. $25,900. Stk#A49498 2009 Mazda A5 GS and GTs. Seven to choose from. Huge variety and savings! Starting from $17,965 2010 Mazda 3 GX seven to choose from. A/C, power group and low kms. Starting from $15,965. 2006 Mazda MPV LX V6, power sunroof, leather, alloys, A/C, mint condition. $17,965. Stk#M631435A 2009 Nissan Pathfinder seven-passenger with A/C, power group and alloys. Only 51,997 kms. $30,990. Stk#EH05412 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Wagon Hi-Line, Panoramic roof, A/C, leather and much more. Only 28,987 kms. Perfect condition. $26,965. Stk#EH50258 2009 Toyota Yaris A/C, power group. Save thousands from new!! $13,988. Stk#A67575
2009 Dodge Durango SLT, auto black, 4WD only 39k’s, Stk# P702386 Was $37,673 Now $29,994. 2007 Mustang Convertible, Red, only 45k’s, Stk# 75026B Was $29,998 Now $23,994 2007 Jeep Wrangler, 4x4, auto, black, only 70k’sStk# L207634 Was $24,988 Now $17,993. 2009 Dodge Caliber SXT Hatchback, blue, only37k’s Stk#P223101 Was $18,998 Now $14,993. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, auto, 7pass, only 60k’s, Stk#P789133 Was $20,998 Now $16,994
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2009 BUICK ALLURE CXL, V6, grey metallic, only 62,135 kms, Loaded. STK#PW1248. SALE $18,012. 2009 GMC SIERRA 1500, 2WD, crew cab, V8, grey/green metallic, side rails, only 10,000 kms. STK#T205073A. SALE $22,448. 2009 CHRYSLER SEBRING 2.7 TOURING, convertible, auto, light blue, only 7,276 kms. STK#PC1179. BLOWOUT $22,558.
SPECIAL OF THE MONTH 2005 MINI Cooper Classic. Auto., local, no accidents, power windows, locks, mirrors, a/c, remote keyless entry. Red car w/white roof. Only 45,000km! Mint. $14,995! 2006 MINI Cooper Soho Edition. Auto., local, no accidents, power folding mirrors, locks, windows, a/c, remote keyless entry. 63,000km, Red car w/white roof. Must see. Blowout price $17,995.
2009 DODGE DURANGO SLT, 4WD, black, auto, only 47,942 kms, Loaded. STK#PE1138. $25,933.
2006 MINI Cooper S Checkmate Edition. Manual, local, no accidents, special limited edition, power group. Space blue w/silver roof. Rare unit. Fully inspected & reconditioned. Like new $23,995.
2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO, 3.0 diesel, 4wd, auto, green metallic, leather, only 23,373 kms. STK#C132505A. $34,722.
2009 VW Jetta Comfortline. Auto., local, no accidents, power group, Only 10,700km. Silver. Well equipped. Last call $18,995.
2010 MUSTANG GT, convertible, 5-spd., black, leather, only 3,340 kms. STK#PT1203A. LIKE NEW, $35,982.
2009 Suzuki SX4 base. Auto, local, no accidents, power windows, locks, mirrors. Silver. Gas efficient. Great car to get around town. Special price $13,995.
COLUMBIA CHRYSLER 5840 Minoru Blvd, Richmond 1-877-742-4031 www.columbiachrysler.com
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2010 Lexus IS 350, ultra premium, convertible, demo, tungsten silver/black, 2-door, v6, auto, only 1,468 km. Stk#FE2549 416 hp, black/black, only 287 kms. $65,432. 2008 Acura RDX, 4WD, white/black leather, 4-cylinder, 5-spd. Auto, only 28,898 kms. $29,992. Stk#P1050A 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman S, blue/silver, Black int., 6spd, only 24,630 kms. $23,932. Stk# BB3284A 2007 Toyota RAV 4 Limited, black side rails, V6, AWD, only 53,000 kms. $25,952. Stk#P1061 2004 Lexus ES 330, Premium Pkg, black
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ACROSS 1. Part portayed 5. Metal money 10. 5th book of the New Testament 14. Wading bird 15. Transient cessation of respiration 16. Not warm 17. Types of worms 19. Albacore 20. Defraud 21. Genus of the screech owl 22. Voluptuously beautiful young women 24. Propel oneself through water 25. Scrape or rub 26. A perfumed hair oil 29. A style of cricket bowl 30. Lament 31. Beset 32. Viper 35. Body plasmas 36. Hard-skinned large fruit 37. Liberate 38. A high rocky hill 39. Slang for a hairless person 40. Hindu dance hand movement 41. Annually 43. Onset of dusk 44. Gypsy 46. Post-Traumatic Stess Disorder 47. In working order 48. Bitter cassava 49. Direction between south and southeast 52. Bicycle 53. Gambolling 56. Look suggestively 57. Bowel cleansing 58. Pocketbook 59. Goes astray 60. Compact 61. Muzzles.
2006 Mazda RX-8 fully equipped with leather, sunroof and Xenon lights. 6-spd. Manual and only 55,682 kms. $19,999. Stk#A00026
2009 Audi A4 2.0T Quattro A/C, power group, leather and sunroof. Don’t miss this one. Only 16,332 kms. $36,990. Stk#A34082
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DOWN 1. Wedding band 2. Conform 3. Lame walk 4. East southeast 5. Asian unit of weight 6. Narcotic from poppy seeds 7. Hotels 8. Born 9. A strong window cord 10. De facto 11. Yards surrounded by walls or buildings 12. Invigorating medicine 13. Cut 18. Loud and rough 23. Debauchery 24. Heroic narrative 25. Apologetic 26. A persistently annoying person 27. Margarine 28. Reveller 29. Garish 31. Shrub of the genus Ilex 33. Withered 34. Partially carbonized vegetable matter 36. Pulled together 37. A reserve of money 39. A semitic deity 40. Auditory art 42. Hot glowing fragments
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Tiny parallel grooves Russian unit of currency Withe Insides of hands Singers Campbell or Frey ____r = Indian stringed instrument Cozy Breastplate A single thing Cask or barrel.
Answers - December 2010
onyx/black, V6, auto, 4-door, only 92,132 km. $18,833. Stk#P1081
RICHMOND LEXUS 5660 Minoru Blvd., Richmond. 604-273-5533. www.richmondlexus.com
2009 ACURA TL, V6, auto, grey/tan leather, only 15,791 kms, STK#K11016A, $37,980.
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2009 MITSUBISHI LANCER GTS, 4-cylinder, 5-spd, grey/black, only 14,582 kms, STK#K11024A, $20,980. 2009 SATURN VUE XE, AWD, V6, blue/grey, auto, V6, only 35,266 kms, STK#K11032A, $24,980. 2007 HONDA CR-V LX,AWD, 4-cyl., black/ black, auto, only 84,000 kms, STK#KK1328, $18,980. 2007 KIA SEDONA LX, Minivan, V6, auto, silver/ grey, only 79,937 kms, STK#V08002C, $16,480. 2007 MINI COOPER S Convertible, 4-cyl. Turbo, auto, beige, only 77,030 kms, STK#V11043A, $26,980. 2006 JEEP WRANGLER RUBICON, 4x4, 5-speed, bronze/tan, only 59,451 kms, STK#KK1322, $23,980. 2003 NISSAN MAXIMA SE, auto, black/black, V6, STK#V10299A, $13,980.
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Another new Boeing NextGeneration 737-800 with the new Boeing Sky Interior has taken to the skies. Last month, Continental Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of United Continental Holdings, became the first U.S.-based carrier to fly with the new interior. Continental’s jet features the new United Airlines livery. The 737 Boeing Sky Interior is part
of Boeing’s strategy to continuously improve the 737 for both airlines and passengers by making it more efficient and economical to operate and maintain and more comfortable for passengers. Today’s Next-Generation 737 operators fly 737s that are five per cent more fuel-efficient than the first NextGeneration 737s delivered in 1998, and according to Boeing another two per cent improvement is on the way.
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Insurance industry 2011 safety pick awards recognize 66 vehicles
2011 Chevrolet Cruze has a body structure that is 65 per cent highstrength steel. South Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia and German car maker Volkswagen led the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s annual list of the safest new vehicles (2011 model year). Hyundai and its affiliate Kia Motors, and Volkswagen and its Audi brand received the most awards with nine, followed by eight awards apiece by
2011 Genesis a full-size, rear-wheel drive luxury car from Hyundai.
General Motors, Ford and Toyota. Hyundai’s Genesis sedan, Sonata midsize and Santa Fe and Tucson sport utility vehicles picked up awards, while Kia was recognized for the Optima midsize car, the Forte and Soul small cars, and the Sorento and Sportage SUVs. Volkswagen won plaudits for the Jetta and Jetta SportWagen, the Golf and GTI small cars and the Touareg and
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Tiguan SUVs. Audi’s A3 and A4 sedans and Q5 SUV also made the 2011 safety pick awards list. Subaru and Chrysler received five awards apiece while Volvo and Mercedes had four. Subaru was the only automaker to win awards in every vehicle category in which it competes. Nissan and Honda had two awards
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each and Mitsubishi and BMW had one. GM’s winners include the Chevrolet Malibu, Cruze and Equinox; Cadillac CTS and SRX; Buick LaCrosse and Regal and GMC Terrain. Ford’s picks include the Ford Taurus, Fusion, Fiesta, Explorer and Flex; and the Lincoln MKS, MKZ and MKT. Toyota, which has grappled with several high-profile recalls during
the past year, scored with the Toyota Avalon, Corolla, Sienna, Highlander and Venza; the Lexus RX; and the Scion tC and xB. Vehicles were chosen for protection in front, side and rear crash tests. To qualify for the award, the insurance industry group also required the vehicles to have anti-rollover electronic stability control (ESC) and receive top scores in roof strength tests.
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Volkswagen takes aim at world domination, starting with 2011 Jetta
VW is on record as planning to be the biggest car company in the world by 2018, and one of the ways it aims to achieve this goal is by offering premium class vehicles at affordable compact, entry-level pricing. Such is definitely the case with the 2011 Jetta introduced last summer, and now currently on offer with a Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $15,875—approximately $1,500 less than the 2010 price. So what does one get for compact entry-level pricing in the 2011 Jetta? For starters, a car that has been completely redesigned from bumper to bumper. Gone are the former, rounded body lines and badly proportioned front end. The new design is better proportioned, with more angular lines and a wide horizontal grille and air intake that results in a clean simplified look that sits larger and more commandingly on the vehicle’s 43-centimetre alloy wheels. The interior follows through with a conservative but stylish look and greater legroom (68.5 millimetres) and additional trunk space (.43 cubic metres) in the back. The steering wheel incorporates all the controls, so the driver can focus on the road and not be distracted through the use of dash-mounted controls. A direct shift gearbox (DSG) manages dual electronically controlled clutches, which allows faster shifting with noticeably enhanced acceleration, and all models come with six-speed automatic and Tiptronic controls that can also be controlled like a manual transmission. Canadian buyers have the choice of either a turbo diesel or two gasoline engine variants. The turbocharged 2.0 L Clean Diesel TDI direct injection 140-horsepower engine is remarkably quiet and quick enough off the mark to satisfy the average fuel-efficient daily driver. Depending on a driver’s performance preference, VW offers the choice of a gasoline engine 115-horsepower two-litre four-cylinder or a 170-horsepower 2.5-litre five-cylinder. All versions come with six-speed Tiptronic auto transmission. VW’s safety features are impressive and include what’s described as an Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS), which automatically shuts off fuel supply and high-consumption electrical components, disconnects battery and alternator cables and unlocks doors and switches on
Did You Know? Thanks to technology, today’s aircraft are 50 per cent quieter than 10 years ago. Research initiatives target a further 50 per cent reduction by 2020. The number of people exposed to aircraft noise worldwide has gone down—by about 35 per cent between 1998 and 2004.
warning hazards the second a severe crash is anticipated, all with typical German precision. A host of other safety devices are included on all Jetta models to keep drivers
firmly on the blacktop. Buyers can choose from the multitude of options—Trendline, Trendline +, Comfortline or Diesel—ranging from performance to the latest technological fea-
tures, then add up the costs and compare with other compact competitors, you will discover that VW has done their homework in delivering a premium class car at a compact price.
No doubt, the market will determine if Volkswagen does indeed become the biggest car company in the world. Visit your Richmond VW dealer for the latest deals and details.
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New 2011 MINI Countryman One could not mistake the new Countryman for anything other than a MINI yet it is distinctly different to any that has gone before. It is 385mm longer than a MINI Hatch (379 mm on Cooper S models), 106 mm wider and 154mm taller. Featuring that typical wheel-at-eachcorner stance with short overhangs, the Countryman not only has larger dimensions than its cousins but also a higher ride height. This provides the commanding driving position preferred by many drivers with a 10mm higher ground clearance for soft off-road driving. Go-kart handling The Countryman benefits from new chassis technology that affords it the best
handling characteristics in its crossover segment and enables all models to exploit their performance with agility, comfortable ride quality and absolute safety. The front suspension uses MacPherson struts and forged track control arms that, together with the multi-link rear suspension, provide safe and agile handling responses. The other key elements of the Countryman chassis include powerful ventilated disc brakes, precise Electric Power Steering that delivers responsive driver feedback and speed-related assistance as well as a host of electronic chassis aids that promote both safety and agility on the road. Practical, flexible and fun interior
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(EBD), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Brake Assist and Hill Assist.  The MINI Cooper S Countryman and Cooper S ALL4 variants also come equipped with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), further enhancing stability in all weather conditions. A runflat indicator is a standard feature. This system monitors the tires and uses a visual signal in the on-board computer display to alert the driver to any tire damage. No-charge maintenance coverage All 2011 MINI models come with nocharge scheduled maintenance for threeyears or 50,000 km (whichever comes first). A return to rallying Following a break of more than 40 years, MINI will return to the World Rally Championship (WRC) as a Works team with a specially developed version of the new MINI Countryman—the MINI Countryman WRC. This specially prepared car has been developed in accordance with the new Super 2000 regulations to be introduced in 2011 which stipulate that cars will be powered by 1.6-litre turbocharged engines and four-wheel drive. The first practical test for the MINI Countryman WRC took place last year in preparation for competition in selected events of the 2011 WRC, before competing in the full series in 2012. The 2011 MINI Countryman lineup arrives in MINI dealerships this month. Visit Mini Richmond, #410-10700 Cambie Road, for a test drive.
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Cooper S Countryman
Debuting with an MSRP of $32,650, the Cooper S Countryman is equipped with a newly upgraded 1.6 litre DOHC 4 cylinder engine with twin-scroll turbocharger, now also incorporating fully-variable valve management. The enhanced powerplant generates 181 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm, torque of 177 ft/lb @ 1,500 through 5,000 rpm, with an Overboost function momentarily delivering 192 ft/lb of torque in maximum-demand situations. The Cooper S Countryman, equipped with the standard 6 speed manual transmission, jumps from 0 – 100 km/h just 7.0 seconds, achieving fuel consumption of just 6.1l/100km.
Cooper S Countryman ALL4
The MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4, with an MSRP of $34,400, is the first MINI to offer a permanent all-wheeldrive system. Powered by the same engine as it’s Cooper S Countryman stablemate, the Countryman ALL4 utilizes an electro-hydraulic differential, positioned directly on the transmission’s final drive, to vary power distribution from front to rear in an infinitely-variable process. Under normal driving conditions, up to 50 percent of the engine’s power goes to the rear wheels and under extreme conditions up to 100 percent, offering a new, high-traction rendition of the agile handling so typical of MINI. With its 181 horsepower engine mated to the standard 6-speed manual transmission, the Cooper S Countryman ALL4 delivers brisk performance, accelerating from 0 – 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds, while sipping just 6.3 litres of fuel per 100 km in highway driving.
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