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On February 3, a traditional lion dance troupe converged on Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to celebrate Chinese Lunar New Year with YVR employees, retailers, partners, travellers and visitors, and usher in the Year of the Rabbit.
The performers, clad in brightly coloured costumes, performed the traditional dance, whereby they mimic a lion’s movements. The lion dance is an important Chinese cultural tradition that is used to chase evil spirits, while opening the door for all good things: health, happiness, wealth and prosperity in the year ahead. The Chinese lunar calendar is based on solar and lunar cycles and thus each year their New Year falls on a different day of the Western solar calendar. Rabbit years are fourth in sequence on the 12-year Chinese Zodiac calendar, with the Year of the Rat being the first. According to Chinese tradition, the rabbit brings a year that is calming and an opportune time for negotiation. People born during rabbit years— 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999 and 2011—are said to be reasonably friendly individuals who enjoy the company of a group of good friends. Like the rabbit, they hop over obstacles
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and always land on their feet. Famous people born in the Year of the Rabbit include Albert Einstein, Confucius, Prince Charles, Winston Churchill,
George Washington, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Johnny Depp, Orson Welles, Arthur Miller, Whitney Houston, Sting and David Beckham.
lers safe and secure from terrorism,” said Minister Strahl. “We’ve listened to travellers and the aviation security community, and we believe these initiatives achieve the best balance of aviation safety and security, and passenger convenience.” The new equipment and lane configurations will be used to enhance the flow of passengers and bags at the security screening checkpoint. For example,the Canadian
Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA), will be installing equipment that will automatically separate suspicious bags from cleared bags, to reduce congestion. In addition, CATSA is expanding the use of the Trusted Traveller CATSA Screening Line for pre-approved travellers who hold a valid NEXUS card. The new initiatives are the result of a recently completed review by the federal government of CATSA, the agency responsible for screening people and baggage at Canadian airports. The review, which followed the announcement of five-year funding for CATSA, was undertaken to ensure that travellers are getting value for their money. The National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC), a trade association founded by Canada’s largest commercial airlines, welcomed the improvements to airport screening. “Improving the overall passenger experience while maintaining the highest level of security is a priority for air carriers and we commend the federal government’s commitment in this regard,” said George Petsikas, president of the NACC. “We look forward to continuing a meaningful dialogue with the government to address critical aviation security issues in an efficient and consequential manner.”
Government relaxes restrictions on some carry-on items The Canadian federal government has reviewed its rules of restricted items in carry-on baggage and is now allowing passengers to once again carry small scissors and tools onboard aircraft. Scissors and small tools—such as eyeglass screwdrivers and nail clippers— allowed on board aircraft must be no longer than six centimetres, excluding the handle. According to Transport Minister Chuck Strahl, these items pose a “low threat to aircraft safety and security” now that cockpit doors are reinforced and security officers are present on some flights. Knives of any size or length will still be
prohibited, including box cutters and utility knives. Restrictions on liquids, aerosols and gels will also remain. In addition to the changes in restricted items allowed onboard aircraft, there will also be new dedicated lanes at airports for families and those with special needs, with equipment specifically designed for bigger items like strollers. Both of these new lane configurations are an attempt to facilitate travellers’ convenience at the screening checkpoint. “Our government takes aviation security seriously, and we are unwavering in our determination to keep Canadian travel-
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Lion dancers mimic a lion’s movements to bring luck and ward off evil spirits.
Vancouverites clamouring for some sun, surf and a dose of Disney will be happy to learn about WestJet’s new daily non-stop service from Vancouver to Orange County, California, beginning in early May 2011. Flights will depart YVR daily at 10:30am bound for John Wayne Airport near Anaheim—the gateway to Southern
California fun including Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, surfing hotspot Huntington Beach and many other cultural and historical attractions. Return flights will depart Orange County at 2:15pm for YVR. In cooperation with WestJet, Vancouver Airport Authority and officials at John Wayne Airport are busy promoting this new service to their local markets.
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With the variety of attractions available in both Orange County and Vancouver, combined with low WestJet fares and a short flight time of just over three hours, it’s expected that Canadians and Americans alike will take advantage of this new connection. WestJet Vacations is offering packages to Orange County for as low as $439 for air and four nights’ accommodation. Details are available at westjetvacations.com. In addition to the new YVR-Orange County route, WestJet is ramping up its service to popular destinations throughout the network for the summer season. For more information on summer 2011 routes with increased service, visit westjet.com.
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Metro Vancouver students brought extra sparkle to YVR Vancouver Airport Authority held its 12th Annual Christmas Tree Decoration Contest this past holiday season. The long-standing tradition has elementary school children from Metro Vancouver decorate Christmas trees at YVR with their hand-made ornaments. The bright, festive trees are donated by local airport businesses and are then displayed throughout the terminal for travellers and employees to vote on their favourite tree. The students’ creativeness added a festive atmosphere in the terminal and provided a moment of calm as hurried passengers stopped to admire the decorated tress. The students efforts did not stop
2011 Aviation Leadership Forum Are you interested in sharing leadership stories, honing your skills or learning about different approaches to leadership in aviation? If so, consider attending the 4th Annual Aviation Leadership Forum in Richmond on Tuesday, February 22, 2011. Hosted by the Aviation Leadership Foundation in conjunction with the Vancouver Chapter of International Women in Aviation, the Aviation Leadership Forum brings together aviation professionals and develops their leadership skills to increase aviation safety. The Aviation Leadership Foundation’s goal is to encourage aviation industry personnel and businesses to maintain and enhance profits while integrating safety culture into the complex business of aviation. Entitled Safety: A Leadership Journey, this year’s forum features a range of speakers including Shelly Chambers, director, international operations, Transport Canada; Janet Austin, CEO, YWCA; Bill Yearwood, director Pacific Region, Transport Safety Board and Chief Kim Baird, elected chief, Tsawwassen First Nation. In addition to the speaker schedule, lunch, cocktail hour and a silent auction provide ample opportunity to meet industry peers. Sponsors for the 4th Annual Aviation Leadership Forum include: Vancouver Airport Authority as the Diamond Sponsor, Canadian Society of Air Safety Investigators, KISIK Aerial Survey Inc and Canadian North. Tickets and the schedule are available at www.aviationleadership.com.
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1,342,980 passengers travelled through YVR during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games period. March 1, 2010—departure day—was the busiest day in the airport’s history.
there; they also participated in a non-perishable food drive contest, which challenged classes to bring as many food items as they could. This year, more than $8,700 was raised and 745 non-perishable food items were collected and donated to Quest Food Exchange, a local nonprofit organization that provides food assistance to low income families and individuals. Delta’s Gray Elementary donated the most non-perishable food items and for its contribution it received complimentary Science World passes, activity books, key chains and stuffed animals. And the winners of the 12th Annual YVR Christmas Tree Decorating
Contest as voted by the travelling public at YVR were: • 1st Place – Aubrey Elementary (Grade 1) • 2nd Place – Quilchena Elementary (Grade 1-2) • 3rd Place – Lord Roberts Elementary (Grade 3-4) • 4th Place – Clinton Elementary (Grade 2) • 5th Place – Sir William Bridge Elementary Grade 2-3) Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to all those who participated and donated to the 2010 Christmas Tree Decoration Contest.
Aubrey Elementary Grade 1 students Christmas Tree was voted no. 1 by the travelling public during the holiday season at YVR.
Listen up to learn about noise management Are you interested in learning how YVR handles the complex issue of noise management? Would you like to know more about how the Airport Authority monitors and tracks aircraft noise? Following last year’s successful noise information seminars, Vancouver Airport Authority is offering four information seminars in 2011 on noise management at YVR. Airport Authority representatives will discuss noise management practices, highlighting some of the issues, practices and agencies involved.
Upcoming seminars are scheduled for: Saturday, 19 March, 2011 from 10am to 12pm. Saturday, 16 July, 2011 from 10am to 12pm. Saturday, 15 October, 2011 from 10am to 12pm. Saturday, 26 November, 2011 from 10am to 12pm. Registration closes one week prior to the seminar date. Space is limited. For more information on the seminars and to register, contact YVR Noise Management at noise@yvr.ca. • • • •
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Canadian Blood Services will encourage airport employees and travellers to get on board and save lives when it deploys a mobile donor clinic to YVR on Thursday, March 10, 2011. A blood donor clinic on wheels with four comfortable donation beds and donor screening rooms, the Bloodmobile makes it easy to donate blood. The Details The Bloodmobile will be parked on the curb outside of the International Terminal on Level 2, and will accept walk-ins and appointments from 9:30am to 2:45pm. Airport employees wishing to donate are encouraged to book an appointment in advance, by calling 1 888 2 DONATE. Be sure to mention you want to book an appointment at the YVR Bloodmobile
on March 10. The Process The blood donation process takes about one hour. Participants register with a piece of identification, have their blood tested for iron levels using a fingertip sample and answer a series of questions to determine eligibility before donating.
After the donation has been collected, participants relax with a snack in the mobile clinic’s refreshment area. Canadian Blood Services Bloodmobile travels around the Metro Vancouver area and collects up to 8,000 donations every year. More information is available online at blood.ca.
Celebrating the 125th anniversary of the incorporation of the City of Vancouver, the Vancouver Heritage Foundation (VHF) is asking for the public’s help to indentify and mark 125 sites commemorating people, places and events that have shaped the city. This grassroots, broad-based commemorative plaque project will recognize places, people and events that matter to Vancouverites and that have not been formally recognized by the City of Vancouver’s Heritage Plaque Program. Markers help to animate public spaces, create points of interaction for pedestrians and provide education to locals and tourists. Until March 15, the public can nominate their favourite sites on the VHF website. In the middle of the nomination period, on Saturday, February 26, the VHF will hold a nomination fair in the entrance concourse of the downtown Public Library.
This event is a great opportunity to ask questions, view the sites nominated so far and add your own suggestion to the Vancouver map. From March 16, until April 6 (the city’s 125th birthday), the public will be able to vote on the same website for its favourite nominated sites. A Site Selection Committee, comprised of a diverse group of local historians, artists, students, heritage consultants, writers and educators, will select the final 125 plaque sites. Over the summer the sites will be researched and plaque text will be written. In the fall the plaques will be manufactured locally and installed. Along with the plaques the VHF will launch a website mapping the location and text of the plaques. Partial funding for the $100,000 project has been received from the City of Vancouver 125th Grant Program. For more information, visit vancouverheritagefoundation.org.
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The power of love
History and origin of Valentine’s Day Saint Valentine’s Day, commonly shortened to Valentine’s Day, falls on February 14 every year and celebrates love and romance. Some legends trace the origin of Valentine’s Day to pagan times, while others link it to one or more early Christian martyrs named Valentine. Yet another point of view on the origin of Valentine’s Day links it to the beginning of birds’ mating season. The popularity of Vanlentine’s Day is perhaps due to the combined effect of all these legends along with the notion that spring is the time for love. The day first became associated with romantic love in the circle of English author and poet Geoffrey Chaucer in the Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished. Modern celebrations of Valentine’s Day have assumed a secular and global flavour, with people of all ages participating in the tradition. It is traditionally a day on which people express their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, going out for a special dinner with a loved one and sending greeting cards—known as valentines. The tradition of exchanging valentines is said to have been initiated in 1415 by France’s Charles Valois, Duke of Orléans who sent the first known Valentine’s Day card to his wife while he was imprisoned in England. Modern Valentine’s Day symbols include the heart-shaped outline, doves, and the figure of the winged Cupid—the Roman god of desire, affection and erotic love. Valentine’s Day is currently the second biggest card-giving occasion after
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Victorian Valentine’s card. Christmas. Since the 19th century, handwritten Valentines have given way to mass-produced greeting cards and latterly, online e-Valentines. Millions of people
now use digital means of creating and sending Valentine’s Day greeting messages. A an estimated 15-million e-Valentines were sent in 2010.
Romance takes flight at Fairmont Vancouver Airport
The rooms at Fairmont Vancouver Airport are spacious, quiet and plush and feature a high-tech console that controls everything, from the temperature and the drapes to the room’s electronic Do Not Disturb sign. With more than 16-million people travelling through YVR in 2010 and approximately five million more meeting, greeting and seeing off loved ones, the number of hugs, kisses and caresses that took place qualifies the airport to vie for the title of one of the most romantic places in B.C. As Cupid works his magic and Valentine’s Day is celebrated this month, couples departing on holiday or jetting off on honeymoon can plan a romantic overnight stay at the four-star Fairmont Vancouver Airport. Starting at $339 per night—taxes extra—the hotel is offering
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a Romance Takes Flight Package, which includes a luxurious soundproof room, long stem red roses, chocolate-dipped strawberries, deluxe full breakfast for two in its award-winning restaurant Globe@ YVR and a Return For Romance Gift Certificate offering a special return stay rate. Fairmont chefs have been trained to prepare a vast array of special dietary and allergy-specific meals and are equipped with cutting-edge recipe analysis software to help customize entrées and menus to fit guests’ requests for caloric and nutritional
requirements. Utilizing nutrient-rich ingredients and local food products, diners at Fairmont, whether eating in the restaurant, bar or in-room, can be sure dishes are wholesome, balanced and tasty. On returning home, guests can enjoy the flavours of Fairmont in their own homes, too, by visiting the website everyonesanoriginal.com for original recipes for appetizers, entrées, desserts and beverages from Fairmont’s Lifestyle Cuisine and Lifestyle Cuisine Plus menus. Happy Valentine’s Day and bon appétit!
There are hundreds of good reasons why running is good for you, here are the 10 best: 1. Running is the most efficient path to cardiovascular fitness. Thirty minutes a day, four days a week will yield an excellent level of fitness in the shortest possible period of time. 2. Running is the most accessible of aerobic sports. No matter where you live or travel, an excellent area for running is almost always close by. You don’t need to find a health club or worry about bringing along bulky equipment. 3. Running is inexpensive and simple to learn. You need good shoes, decent clothing and not much else to participate. Everyone knows how to run, and information on training is widely available. 4. Running is the best method of stress reduction on the market. Thirty minutes of running will work wonders in dissolving stress accumulated on the job. 5. Running is an excellent component of any weight-control program. Few activities burn calories quicker than running does. 6. Running is a flexible method of training. You can run at your own pace, with or without company, at whatever time of day suits you. 7. Running makes you feel good. Your fitness, self-esteem and confidence will increase with a regular running program. 8. The sport offers a unique opportunity for recreational runners to mix with
world-class athletes. You can’t play in the Super Bowl or the NBA playoffs, but on almost every weekend runners compete in the same events with the fastest human beings ever to inhabit the planet. There are also low-key social events that emphasize fun and friendship. 9. Running is for families and individuals of all ages. There are running programs for kids, masters’ programs for those over 40 and events for families. 10. You’ll be in good company. Millions of people already run for health, fun, fitness and competition. And you’ll find running clubs in almost every community in the country. The Richmond Olympic Oval offers a 10K Running Clinic, perfect for beginner to advanced runners. The program will get you ready for an upcoming race (like the Sun Run), and you will see your fitness levels improve and your run time decrease, all the while developing a new network of running and walking partners. The program starts on February 15 and there are still spots available. Visit richmondoval.ca and look at the Winter 2011 Programs page, or call (778) 296-1400 for more details. Lynn Walter RN, BCRPA, teaches Yoga Flow every Thursday at the Richmond Oval at 5:30pm and is a guest presenter for the Oval’s 10K Running Clinic. She is an avid runner completing many marathons and half marathons. In Victoria, on October 10, 2010, Lynn qualified for the Boston Marathon. You can see her happily running the streets of Richmond rain or shine.
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Richmond Olympic Oval, 6111 River Road, Richmond, BC Saturday Feb. 12, 11am-7pm; Sunday Feb. 13, 11am-6pm Enjoy free public skating and ice sport demonstrations, interactive sport activities, special cultural presentations, art displays and sales, children’s activities, a tribute to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games and much more. More than 20 Richmond community groups will be on hand at the Oval with hands-on demonstrations, displays and other activities on how you and your family can get active and enjoy all the benefit sport has to offer. They will also be helping to showcase the incredible versatility of the Oval, which is home to a huge variety of winter and summer sports, as well as recreation, fitness, wellness, cultural and other events and activities. For more information, visit richmondoval.ca.
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February 13-15, 2011 IATA Legal Symposium
Fairmont Hotel, 900 West Georgia, Vancouver, BC The IATA Legal Symposium is the world’s premier annual aviation law event, with a reputation for insight, relevance and value among aviation in-house counsel, private practitioners and government lawyers. Agenda Highlights: Anatomy of a Cartel Investigation; Regulatory Update: A Review of 2010 and What’s Ahead in 2011; Flight Crews: Shifting the Employment Paradigm; Expansion of Human Rights Laws; Global Convergence of Competition Laws; Developments in Forum Non Conveniens; Liability Update; Special Regional Session: The Americas; The Annual General Counsel’s Roundtable. View the complete program and list of speakers at iata. org.
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February 24-26, 2011 22nd Annual International Women in Aviation Conference Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E 2nd Street, Reno, Nevada Participants in the 2011 WAI Conference will be immersed in the tactics and strategies necessary for successful aviation careers. More than 3,000 women and men from all segments of the aviation industry are expected to attend. Online registration and complete conference information available at www.wai.org. For exhibitor information, contact Donna Wallace at (937) 839-4647 or email dwallace@wai.org.
March 9-10, 2011 Company Aviation Safety Officer / Safety Manager Workshop 9am-5pm, Richmond, BC Cost: $495 plus HST. This workshop is aimed at helping individuals tasked with managing the various processes that make up the safety management system. The course will cover all the required
Cathay offers Chinese language booking option Cathay Pacific is making online bookings easier for travellers with roots in Mainland China as well as others who prefer to transact business in Chinese. The airline now features a booking engine using Chinese characters to make using its website a more familiar process. Fares and the transaction process remain the same as on the English language site. Also, in celebration of the Year of the
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from the perspective of the SMS regulations as well. The workshop will be beneficial for people carrying out the responsibilities of the safety manager in a company and will meet the requirements of CAR’s 705.153, 573.06(8), and 302.505 for training for the safety manager. This course will also be of interest to any operations managers that require the CASO course to meet the requirements of CAR’s 723.07. Contact Gerry Binnema, (778) 998-9534, gerry@gjbconsulting.com, or visit gjbconsulting.com.
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“We pride ourselves on intelligently matching global travel demand with the world’s most comprehensive selection of travel products and services available anywhere,” said Greg Schulze, vice president of tour and transport for Expedia Partner Services Group. “Including high-value travel suppliers like WestJet in our cache of dynamic travel offerings is indicative to the level of value we’re able to provide to travellers the world over.” The announcement follows a similar deal signed last month between Expedia and US Airways, allowing the website to continue offering the airline’s full inventory of domestic and international flights.
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Expedia, the world’s largest online travel company, and Calgary-based WestJet airline have signed a multi-year strategic distribution agreement. Under the agreement, WestJet’s full schedule of fares and inventory will continue to be made available to the millions of consumers who book travel each month on Expedia and its affiliate online sites in Canada and the United States, Hotwire and Egencia. “Our partnership with Expedia enables us to market our complete inventory of WestJet flights to a targeted audience of travel shoppers through one easy-to-use, streamlined marketing channel,” said Duncan Bureau, vice president of sales for WestJet. “We’re confident our business will continue to thrive as we reach millions of unaffiliated new travellers each month through our participation in the Expedia marketplace.” WestJet offers more than 400 daily flights to 70 destinations throughout Canada, the U.S., Mexico and the Caribbean.
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BC Aviation Council AGM 2pm – 4pm Details to follow closer to the date. For more information, visit bcaviationcouncil.org.
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 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.
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CATSA orders additional multi-view X-Ray systems U.K.-based transportation security firm Smiths Detection has received a $19-million order from the Canadian Air Transportation Security Authority (CATSA) to provide advanced X-ray systems for use at airport baggage checkpoints. Following a similar $27-million purchase in November 2009, CATSA’s new order is for Smiths Advanced Threat Identification x-ray (aTiX) systems— HI-SCAN 6040 aTiX and HI-SCAN 7555aTiX. The order is the latest in the phased replacement of traditional single-view systems with advanced multi-view x-ray scanners in airports across Canada. The aTiX systems capture multiple views of luggage in a single sweep and feature automatic explosives and liquid detection. The software algorithms can also be easily upgraded to detect evolving threats. Smiths Detection has more than 65,000 x-ray inspection units deployed in around 180 countries worldwide.
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Flight schedules of all member airlines of the oneworld global airline alliance can now be viewed via iPads. The app is free to download and available in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish with Portuguese to follow soon. The app allows users to search for the near 10,000 flights a day operated by any of the alliance’s 12 best-in-class airlines and their various code-share partners between any of the almost 1,000 cities they connect worldwide. It displays non-stop flights and best connections and shows departure
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Silver Dart, Canada’s first airplane This month marks the 102nd anniversary of the first powered, heavier-than-air machine to fly in Canada. On February 23, 1909, engineer J.A.D. McCurdy made Canadian history when he piloted the Silver Dart. The plane was built by the Aerial Experiment Association (AEA), a group formed by Alexander Graham Bell that was made up of aviation enthusiasts dedicated to creating a “practical aerodrome.” The Silver Dart had a 14.9-metre wingspan and an all-up weight of 390 kilograms, pilot included. Pulled onto the ice of Baddeck Bay on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia by horse-drawn sleigh in February, 1909, the silver-winged machine rose on its second attempt after travelling about 30 metres, flying at an elevation from three to nine metres at roughly 65 kilometres an
hour for 0.8 kilometres. The Silver Dart was flown more than 200 times before being damaged beyond repair upon landing in the soft sand of Petawawa, Ontario during military trials in early August 1909. The engine was later retrieved and restored and is now on display at the National Museum of Science and Technology in Ottawa. A full-scale model of the Silver Dart may be found in Ottawa’s National Aviation Museum. A group of volunteers from the not-forprofit AEA 2005 Inc. completed building a flying replica of the Silver Dart in early 2009. The main goal of the group was to recreate the original flight on February 23, 2009—again on the frozen surface of Baddeck Bay. However, due to weather conditions forecast for that date, the
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The AEA Silver Dart in flight. centennial flight and fly-by occurred on February 22. Canadian astronaut Bjarni Tryggvason piloted five successful flights
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2009 was the centerpiece of a series of events celebrating the centennial of the Silver Dart’s first flight in Canada.
William (Billy) Bishop (1894-1956)
This month marks the 117 birthday of Canadian WWI flying ace, William (Billy) Avery Bishop, officially credited with 72 victories, making him the top Canadian ace, and according to some sources, the top ace of the British Empire. Despite Bishop’s accolades, a fellow pilot described him as “a fantastic shot but a terrible pilot.” A flamboyant extrovert, he was the first Canadian airman to win a Victoria Cross (VC), awarded to him for a single-handed dawn attack on a German airfield on June 2, 1917. His last victory came on June 19, 1918 when he claimed five enemy aircraft. In 1982, a National Film Board of Canada production, Paul Cowan’s The Kid Who Couldn’t Miss, challenged the veracity of many of Bishop’s claims, including his own unsubstantiated account of the raid which won him his VC. The film caused a
Billy Bishop, circa 1917, in the cockpit of his Nieuport 17.
furor in the Canadian Parliament and the media. Investigation by a Senate sub-committee exposed a number of minor errors and confirmed that statements had been wrongly attributed and incidents shifted in time for dramatic effect. However, the senators were unable to demonstrate that Bishop’s claims were valid and consequently recommended only that the film be labelled as “docu-drama.” This was done. While Billy Bishop’s home and official museum is located in Owen Sound, Ontario, in Vancouver, the Billy Bishop Royal Canadian Legion 176 is a living museum. Located just one block from Kits Beach on Laburnum and Cornwall, its walls are covered with history—hundreds of regimental plaques from all around the globe, historical photos, paintings and other military memorabilia.
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Memories of YVR’s Airport South By Jack Schofield I wandered around Airport South recently and not surprisingly ran across many areas and objects that stirred a few memories for someone like me who had been a part of this terminal for many years, starting in the 1940s. One of the memories was stirred by a pile of bricks located in the area’s parking lot. The foundation of what was incorrectly referred to as the Brisbane Rocket still stands there, while a replica of the famous rocket, built by the sheet metal workers union and erroneously credited to Brisbane Aviation, is now located downtown near the Cambie Street Bridge. When the City of Vancouver owned the airport, a graphic of this futuristic Buck Rogers-like sheet metal sculpture graced the airport manager’s stationery, and articles in the Vancouver Province or Sun newspapers on the subject of the airport were usually headed with that same little pen drawing. Another object that conjured memories was the large two-storey hangar with the lovely arch-roof, designed by Vancouver architect Arthur Bird and constructed in 1931. I conjured from memory the Trans Canada Airlines sign that was on it when I was learning to fly in the 1940s. I believe Spilsbury and Hepburn, the radio equipment company, had their name on it first, followed by charter operator B.N.P. Airways. As I continued to look around, it dawned that something was missing. Ah, the wooden pad where aircraft parked to refuel. This pad was approximately 12-metres square with a gas pump at one side—I believe the rationale for using wood was because of its resistance to static electricity. However, the planks absorbed so much fuel from spillage that the pad had to be torn down before it exploded. The other thing that was missing was the sign for 80-87 fuel at 19-cents per gallon. It didn’t take the politicians long to realize the industry was getting a bargain, since no road tax was applied to aviation fuel, and they soon added an 11-cents-per
Vancouver Airport South Side, circa 1947. Photo: courtesy Sea Island Heritage Society. gallon tax, on top of the 19 cents, for Air Traffic Control (ATC) services. Another missing object is one that used to be on top of the old Administration building. A spectator’s deck with one of those big coin-operated, tripod-mounted binoculars that allowed enthusiasts to get a close-up view of a United Airlines Boeing 286 or a TCA Lockheed 14 loading on the ramp. It became well known not to put your nickel in after a rainfall, because the binocular filled with water and instead of a clear view all you got was eyewash. As I leave Airport South and all the memories it has invoked, I blame that old binocular for the eyewash that goes with me. Jack Schofield refers to himself as a “Coast Dog,” having flown as a commercial seaplane pilot along the full stretch of coastal British Columbia and throughout much of North America and the Canadian Arctic. Schofield, who has written several books on coastal aviation, has adapted his first two books to a screenplay for TV titled Blackie’s Coast
The bronze-and-stainless steel replica of the rocket located near the Cambie Street Bridge. The original, which was sited at the first Vancouver Air Terminal from 1939 to 1972, was scrapped because of rust.
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IATA reports strong passenger and freight loads in 2010 The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that 2010 international scheduled air traffic showed an 8.2 per cent increase in passenger business and a 20.6 per cent increase in freight loads. The average passenger load on aircraft in 2010 was 78.4 per cent, which was a 2.7 percentage point improvement over 2009. “The world is moving again,” said Giovanni Bisignani, IATA’s director general and CEO. “After the biggest demand decline in the history of aviation in 2009, people started to travel and do business again in 2010. Airlines ended the year slightly ahead of early 2008 volumes, but with a pathetic 2.7 per cent profit margin. The challenge is to turn the demand for mobility into sustainable profits.” International Passenger Demand Asia-Pacific carriers recorded a nineper cent year-on-year increase in passenger demand in 2010, with the economies of China and India continuing to lead the region’s recovery. European carriers saw year-on-year passenger demand increase 5.1 per cent. But the continent’s economic uncertainty and continuing debt crisis limited yield improvements. Moreover, Europe was the hardest hit by December’s severe weather which slowed demand growth to 3.3 per cent, less than half the 7.8 per cent growth recorded in November. North American carriers recorded yearon-year increases in passenger demand of 7.4 per cent in 2010. While overall capacity was up by just 3.9 per cent, the passenger load factor of 82.2 per cent for the year led to a sharp recovery in profits. Canadian carriers Air Canada and WestJet reported 2010 load factors of 81.7 per cent and 79.9 per cent, respectively. Middle Eastern carriers reported the
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Air North’s Boeing 737-500 is readied for its inaugural Vancouver-Yukon flight.
Air Canada carried record passenger loads of 81.7 per cent in 2010. strongest full year growth at 17.8 per cent on the back of a 13.2 per cent capacity increase, fuelled largely by aircraft deliveries to Gulf-based airlines. Latin American carriers saw the whole year demand grow 8.2 per cent, despite a 1.1 per cent decrease in December—a reflection of the demise of Mexicana. However, for 2010 overall, the total was almost eight per cent more than 2008. African carriers experienced a sharp rebound of nearly 12.9 per cent in 2010, although load factors remained well below the industry average, at 69.1 per cent. International Freight Demand Freight demand growth varied wildly over the year from a high of 35.2 per cent in May to a low of 5.8 per cent in November. For 2010, the freight load factor saw a 5.2 per cent point improvement to 53.8 per cent. The regional variation in growth was particularly marked. Latin American carriers recorded the highest growth of 29.1 per cent, followed by Middle East carri-
ers—accounting for 11 per cent of the market—at 26.7 per cent. Asia Pacific airlines, with a 45 per cent market share, grew by 24 per cent; Africa at 23.8 per cent and North America by 21.8 per cent. Against these industry gains, Europe’s 10.8 per cent growth stands out as exceptionally weak. Oil Prices For 2011, IATA sees rising oil prices continuing to challenge airline profitability. “We predicted that 2011 would see a consecutive second year of profitability but with industry profits falling by 40 per cent to $9.1-billion. This was based on an oil price of $84 per barrel. Fuel accounts for 27 per cent of operating costs and a sustained rise in the oil price could spoil the party. “With uncertainties in the Middle East, oil prices are now hovering near the $100per barrel mark. For every dollar increase in the average price of a barrel of oil over the year, airlines face the difficult task of recovering an additional $1.6-billion in costs,” said Bisignani.
Last month, Air North began service from Vancouver to Whitehorse using its newly acquired Boeing 737-500 aircraft. The maiden non-stop flight, captained by Dan Quaile and Dan Kenny, took two hours and 15 minutes, departing YVR at 12:15pm and arriving at Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport (YXY) at 2:30pm. Air North’s 737-500 is configured with 120 economy seats, two lavatories and a baby change table.
Air North, Yukon’s Airline has been serving Yukoners for more than 33 years, providing charter and cargo service to and from the Yukon. In addition to the new 737-500, Air North’s fleet comprises one Boeing 737400—which the airline took delivery of last year—two Boeing 737-200, one 737200 combi, and four Hawker Siddeley 748 aircraft. For more information on Air North’s service, visit flyairnorth.com.
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British Airways raises fuel surcharge on long-haul flights
British Airways (BA) has raised its fuel surcharge on its long-haul flights due to the rising cost of jet fuel. BA first introduced the levy in 2004 at a modest $6 per long-haul flight to cover the fluctuating cost of oil. This is the second time in two years that BA has raised its fuel surcharge and comes as a result of the Egypt crisis, which has pushed the global oil price to more than
$100 per barrel. The surcharge increases BA’s world traveller and world traveller plus fares by US$38 for a return ticket and US$19 one-way. First class and club world fares will increase by US$55 for a return ticket and US$27 one-way. There is no increase to the price of short-haul tickets.
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Kwantlen students drop, Patriot Hearts offers behindthe-scenes look at Vancouver’s cover and hold on for earthquake safety 2010 Olympic Winter Games This month is the anniversary of the biggest event in British Columbia, the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, so it is fitting that a book that gives an inside look at the planning and execution of the Games is now available. Patriot Hearts is written by John Furlong, CEO of the Vancouver Olympic Committee. Furlong and his organizing team, including 25,000 Blue Jacket Volunteers and many partners, orchestrated a remarkable 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Patriot Hearts is the story of how they did it. Working with Globe and Mail columnist Gary Mason, Furlong recounts the lead up to the Games and describes how he handled seemingly insurmountable setbacks such as the death of Georgian luger Nodar Kumaritashvili at the start of the Games, a global recession and the lack of snow at Cypress Bowl—to achieve a runaway success and, ultimately, a pivotal moment of nationhood. The book traces Furlong’s youth growing up in Ireland, his immigration to Canada and Prince George in 1974 to his appointment as CEO of the Games. Other highlights of the book include negotiations that led to the highest corporate sponsorships in Olympic history; exchanges with political figures such as Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Henry Kissinger, Jean Chrétien and Phil Fontaine; surprising insights into the challenges and triumphs of hosting a bilingual event; and personal moments such as Furlong’s letter of resignation as well as a midnight wander in his pajamas. Early on, Furlong realized the Olympics weren’t about highways and buildings and tourism, they were about people: the athletes, but also everyday Canadians who wanted to see their country shine on the world stage. He pioneered a vision for the 2010 Games that would capture the hearts
Kwantlen community members practice the Drop, Cover and Hold protocol for earthquake preparedness.
and minds of Canadians – a Games for the many and not just the few. In addition to a riveting story about organizing the world’s greatest sporting event, Patriot Hearts is a virtual how-to manual for business and community leaders who wish to discover the ingredients of effective leadership: vision, determination, integrity and courage.
The book is a true page-turner, one that provides a story of leadership and love of country and gives an inner glimpse of the man who had an Olympic dream from age 14. Available at Indigo and Amazon, a portion of Furlong’s royalties will be donated to Own the Podium, a program in support of Canada’s athletes.
CAMC changes name to CCAA The Canadian Aviation Maintenance Council (CAMC) has changed its name to Canadian Council for Aviation and Aerospace (CCAA). The new name was chosen to better reflect the scope of the council’s work, the resource it has become and the wide range of the aviation sector it supports. Under the new CCAA name, the organization seeks to be identified as the national sector council for the whole aviation and aerospace sector and not
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Last month, Kwantlen Polytechnic University joined thousands of organizations, institutions and individuals throughout B.C. in participation of a province-wide earthquake awareness initiative, ShakeOut B.C. The purpose of Kwantlen’s readiness drill was to promote earthquake safety and raise awareness about earthquake preparedness in the Kwantlen community. In addition, through this drill, the university reinforced the effectiveness of its institutional mass alert system. Kwantlen conducted the earthquake readiness drill on all four of its campuses; Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley. Students, faculty and staff practiced the Drop, Cover and Hold On protocol, during which they dropped to the ground, took cover under a table and held on to the table leg to shield from
falling objects or debris in the event of an earthquake. “Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s objective in participating in this exercise was to raise our community’s earthquake response awareness,” said Guy Corriveau, emergency planning manager of Kwantlen. “In the event of an earthquake, we all must be well prepared and exercise safety protocols.” Kwantlen’s Office of Emergency Planning is responsible for the administration of the university’s READYCAMPUS emergency management program. It supports and complements institutional risk management and academic, research and operations continuity practices and efforts. For more information about Kwantlen’s emergency planning and management initiatives, visit: kwantlen.ca/emergencyplanning.
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Orange County: A Visitor’s Primer Your flights are booked and you’re counting the days until your sunny Southern California holiday in Orange County. Here are some attractions that shouldn’t be missed: Disneyland For many, this iconic theme park will provide the reason for the trip, and with good reason: it’s the Happiest Place on Earth! Attractions abound at both the original Disneyland Park and the Disney California Adventure Park. Whether your tastes run to adventure rides like Space Mountain, macabre attractions like the TwilightZone Tower of Terror, or the more benign “it’s a small world” cruise, you’ll find plenty of attractions, entertainment and dining options to occupy at least a couple of days at Disneyland. Tips to make the most of your visit are available online at Disneyland.com. Huntington Beach Renowned as Surf City USA, Huntington Beach boasts epic surf, pristine beaches for lounging and volleyball, and more than 600 fire rings available for impromptu sundown bonfires. Load up on fireside snacks and stake out a fire ring, available on a first-come, first-served basis. For a preview of the waves, check out the Live Surf Webcam available online at http://huntingtonbeachca.gov.
Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Immerse yourself in vintage California beach culture and secure a private beach cottage along Crystal Cove State Park’s pristine coastline in Laguna Beach. Originally built between 1935 and 1955, these cottages have been authentically restored and furnished. Reservations can be made year-round, at crystalcovestatepark.com. Outdoor Pursuits Beyond surfing, the O.C. is home to hundreds of golf courses featuring breathtaking views of the Pacific, plus a number of regional parks and nature reserves, including Deer Canyon Park in Anaheim, 41.6 hectares of hilly terrain perfect for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Shopping No trip to Southern California would be complete without a shopping excursion or two. The region boasts a number of open-air shopping and entertainment centres, from the colossal South Coast Plaza and its 300 shops, concierge service and vintage carousel, to The Lab, proudly marketed as an “anti-mall,” with unique retailers, a community art gallery and live musical performances. A detailed list of shopping centres is available at visit the oc.com.
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London’s famed Savoy is once again up and running Following the most ambitious hotel restoration in British history, The Savoy, a Fairmont Hotels managed property, has once again taken its place at the heart of London. A British icon since 1889, The Savoy has been subject to a three-year restoration costing more than $356-million. Blending elements of the original and the new, the
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Top 10 Adventure Vacation Spots for 2011 What better New Year’s resolution is there than deciding to travel more in 2011? Once you’ve made the resolution, the next step is putting it into action. For the next few months, SkyTalk will feature a top-10 list of vacation spots, ranging from active and adventure trip to family and mini breaks. This month, we feature the top-10 Adventure Destinations for 2011 from Canadian tour operators at The Adventure Travel Company. The list has a host of exciting vacation opportunities – from historic village in Italy to the towering peaks of Tanzania – any of which is sure to make your next trip an exciting one.
1. Albania Albania is a find for any traveller. Located in South Eastern Europe, Albania is bordered by Montenegro to the northwest, Kosovo to the northeast, the Republic of Macedonia to the east and Greece to the south and southeast. Albania is distinguished for its rich biological diversity and untouched natural beauty. Albania was chosen as the top country in Lonely Planet’s list of 10 top countries for 2011.
2. Brazil Experience the South American spirit of Brazil on your way to the dizzying heights of La Paz. Trade the cosmopolitan rhythms of Rio for golden sands on the coast before heading into the interior. Experience awe-inspiring Iguassu Falls and then explore the remote and magnificent Pantanal wetlands in search of monkeys, anacondas and other incredible wildlife. Take the path less travelled between two great cities and discover the wild heart of South America.
3. Panama The southernmost country of Central America situated on the isthmus connecting North and South America. The islands of the Bocas del Toro archipelago are wonderful for water sports, with optional activities like diving and snorkelling. At the charming mountain village of Boquete on the eastern slopes of the Volcan Barú you can relax and enjoy the serenity or enjoy world class adventure activities nearby.
4. Cape Verde The Republic of Cape Verde is an island country that spans in archipelago of 10 islands located in the central Atlantic Ocean, 570 kilometres off the coast of Western Africa. Though tiny in area, the islands contain a profusion of landscapes, from barren flats to verdant valleys and a single volcanic peak whose slopes are streaked with rivers of frozen lava. This is a destination for the intrepid hiker, the diehard windsurfer and the deep-sea angler.
5. Nicaragua The largest country in Central America, it is bordered by Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south. Explore the Mayan site of Copán, known for its remarkable stone sculptures. At the idyllic Roatán Island there are opportunities for some amazing snorkelling. Enjoy volcanic views and authentic colonial architecture in León, while Granada is similarly beautiful, on the edge of Lake Nicaragua. On Ometepe Island you can admire the twin volcanic peaks and explore the pristine beaches.
10. Japan Japan is an archipelago of 6,852 islands, the four largest of which are Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu and Shikoku. These four account for 97 per cent of Japan’s land area. Experience the very best of the Land of the Rising Sun, starting with a tea ceremony in Tokyo – located on Honshu – or stay overnight in a traditional inn near Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest peak. Explore Kyoto with its thriving geisha culture and ancient historic monuments. Travel between major centres on the iconic Shinkansen – bullet train – at speeds up to 300 kilometres an hour, it provides an unforgettable experience.
9. Syria Syrians are among the most friendly and hospitable people in the world and most visitors to their country end up devel-
6. Bulgaria Bulgaria borders five other countries: Romania to the north – mostly along the Danube River – Serbia and Macedonia to the west, and Greece and Turkey to the south. The Black Sea defines the extent of the country to the east. Winter adventurists can snow-shoe in the wild and spectacular Rila Mountains from which some of the Balkans’ longest and deepest rivers originate. See the monastery of Rila, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Bulgaria’s most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments.
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7. Tuscany This region of southern Italy is filled with magnificent artistry and historic grandeur. Six Tuscan localities have been designated World Heritage Sites: the historic centre of Florence, the historical centre Siena, the square of the Cathedral of Pisa, the historical centre of San Gimignano, the historical centre of Pienza and the Val d’Orcia. From iconic sights like the Leaning Tower of Pisa to the simple delights of a sunset from a hilltop piazza, Tuscany provides an unforgettable travel experience.
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oping a lifelong infatuation with its gentle charms. Roam the souks of Aleppo and the fortified walls of the stunning crusader castle Krak des Chevaliers and uncover the riches of Syria. Sip coffee in Damascus, an ancient city vibrant with modern life and culture, then head back in time to the Greco-Roman city of Palmyra. A region that is rich in history and culture.
8. Tanzania Located in central East Africa, Tanzania is considered one of the oldest known inhabited areas on Earth. Fossil remains of humans and pre-human hominids dating back more than two-million years have been found here. Visit the open plains of the Serengeti National Park, which hosts the largest annual animal migration in the world. Meet the traditional Masai people and enjoy Tanzania’s scenery from Great Rift Valley to Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. Visit nearby Zanzibar and its historic centre, known as Stone Town, a World Heritage Site.
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RSP savings tips
Money Matters
By Peter Kutney
It is that time of year again—RSP season in Canada. Anyone with earned income can contribute to an RRSP, up to and including the year that the contributor turns 71 years of age. The maximum RRSP contribution amount that can be deducted is 18 per cent of earned income for the preceding year, to an annual maximum of $22,000 for 2010 taxes. The deadline for contributions for the 2010 tax year is March 1, 2011. This maximum will increase to $22,450
for the 2011 tax year. If you did not maximize your RSP contribution limit for the years 1991 to 2009, you can carry forward the unused amounts to 2010 and 2011. Your RSP limit can be found on your 2009 Notice of Assessment. Each year, most investors wait until the last few days of February to make a contribution that is no where near their maximum limit, consequently accumulating $40,000-$50,000 of un-used RRSP contribution room and, most importantly,
an under-funded retirement. Most investment dealers offer plans that make it easy investors to make regular RSP contributions. Pre-authorized chequing plans allow investors to set up an investment program that purchases fund units monthly or quarterly. There are several advantages to making regular monthly contributions to an RRSP. The first is that it imposes a measure of savings discipline. Think of these contributions as your salary for your retirement. It
Is there a problem with always waiting until the last minute to contribute to an RSP? It’s a sound strategy to contribute early in the tax year. Contributing at the earliest possible date rather than waiting for the deadline can make a big difference because your savings can generate more compound income. Three people contribute $18,000 a year at six per cent compounded annually: Person “A” contributes in January at the beginning of the tax year. Person “B” contributes in December, at the end of the tax year. Person “C” contributes $1,500 every month.
At the end of 35 years, their RSPs are worth: Person
RSP Value
Person “A”
January, beginning of tax year
$2,126,176
Person “B”
December, end of tax year
$2,005,826
Person “C”
Monthly, 12 months/year
$2,070,435
In 35 years, “A” has $120,350 more in their RSP than “B”. In 35 years, “C” has $64,609 more in their RSP than “B”. The example above is based on a constant six per cent rate in order to illustrate the advantages of tax-deferred savings and compounded returns. Because actual interest rates fluctuate, the amounts shown do not necessarily represent the value you would actually accumulate in an RSP.
is surprising how quickly a series of small contributions starts to add up. For example, monthly contributions of $500, compounding at 10 per cent on a tax-deferred basis, will grow your investment to $916,207 over 25 years. Another advantage of making monthly contributions is the opportunity to participate in a financial strategy known as dollar cost averaging (DCA). Experienced investors know that predicting stock market movement is very difficult. DCA involves selecting a mutual fund and purchasing a fixed amount—for example, $500 on a regular basis, regardless of the price of the fund. If the price of the fund goes down, the $500 buys more shares, strengthening the portfolio’s position for when the fund price rises again. Investors do much better using this strategy compared with a lump-sum fund purchase, particularly in a volatile market. DCA in a valuable investment tool as it takes the emotion out of investing. It does, however, demand a long-term commitment to the program. If you have lots of RSP room and have not contributed via an automatic savings plan, you can contribute using an RSP loan—available at most banks at interest rates close to prime. Unfortunately, even with an RSP loan, most investors do not contribute the maximum amount allowed for the year.
A monthly savings plan is the only strategy that will guarantee you will consistently save significant sums. So make a commitment to set up a monthly plan—and sit back and relax at RSP season. Peter Kutney is a financial planner with Equinox Financial and Partners in Planning Financial Services in Burnaby. He can be reached at 438-1603 or at pkutney@telus.net
Aviation research group cites competition from China to make inroads in aviation industry
In an overview of emerging aviation trends by U.S.-based Boyd Group aviation research group, U.S. aviation suppliers were warned to expect strong market inroads from Chinese firms seeking to build market share. The report entitled Dealing With Hard Realities—Aviation Predictions 2011—noted that while U.S. companies are distracted by sales opportunities in China, Chinese companies are moving aggressively in the U.S. market. “The assumption is that China’s airport expansion program will be a huge opportunity for U.S. companies, but maybe not,” said Michael Boyd, president of the Boyd Group International. “China now has its own aviation industry. U.S. suppliers should watch their flanks. While they’re in Wuhan trying to sell ground equipment, Chinese firms will be aggressively taking market share from them at airports here.” The recent purchase of Continental Motors by a Chinese company was pointed to as just the start of a major trend. The report covered several emerging dynamics: • Enplanements will not be as robust as some are predicting, less than 2.5 per cent in 2011. “There’s little new capacity, and with fuel going up, airlines are going to circle their wagons,” said Boyd. • Smaller regional jets will see more rapid retirement if oil goes over $100. Above that, the economics of 66-75 seat regional jets will start to become problematic. • Airline fleets. The Bombardier C-Series is the new driver. “If it comes out as predicted, the order book will get filled very quickly.” • Air Service. Fewer airlines and higher costs mean that many smaller communities will need to pursue regional, instead of local, air service planning. The report can be downloaded at AviationPlanning.com.
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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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Visit Pier 73 Restaurant On the Water Beautiful Marina Views • Fresh Local Cuisine & Monthly Specials • Valentine’s Special Menu 3-course Romantic Dinner $35 • Pier 73 Vancouver Menu Ecletic & Cosmopolitan • Kids Menu – Mini Bites $3 Super Supper $6 We offer all YVR Employees
15% Discount
(Proof required, show your server)
5 Minutes from YVR Main Terminal Complimentary Parking No Reservations Required
At the Delta Vancouver Airport Hotel 3500 Cessna Drive, Richmond, BC V7B 1C7
604-303-1399
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) Everyday Quality Dining at Casual Prices. Fully Licensed.
Excellent Wines
Winner Richmond’s Best Independent Burger Bar
Fresh burgers cooked to order. Double blanched Kennebec potato fries.
MONDO
In the heart of Steveston
EATERY & BURGER BAR www.mondoeatery.com
12251 #1 Road, Richmond 604. 275.8355
Richmond’s largest selection of Artisan Beers
2010 Winner Best Deli in Richmond (meats, cheeses & great desserts).
The Market at Papi’s
Gourmet Mediterranean Food to Go
• 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 • 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. OVER THE BRIDGE(S) 4 Mr. Pickwick’s Fish & Chips 8620 Granville Street, Vancouver Lunch, dinner, British pub foods & fresh seafood. 11am- 8:30pm. (604) 266-2340 2 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. 1 Delta Vancouver Airport 1500 Cessna Drive Pier 73 Restaurant: Located behind the hotel and suspended above the Fraser River in the heart of a 138-slip Marina.
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Great destination for casual lunch meetings, relaxed dinner gatherings, or evening drinks with friends. Kids Menu. Sunday to Thursday 11am-12am. Friday and Saturday 11am-1am (kitchen open until midnight). (604) 968-1178 • 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 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. 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. 5
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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 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 February 28, 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.
ROMANCE ITALIAN-STYLE in STEVESTON OPEN FOR LUNCH starting at
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Special Menu for Valentines 4-Course Meal: Just $69.95 per couple Valid Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday
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Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner R eserv a t i ons R ecommended
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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.
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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 Email: thesideslipcafe@telus.net www.thesideslipcafe.com Follow us on twitter@TheSideslipCafe #100-5360 Airport Rd South @ Esso Avitat | FREE PARKING
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Breakfast: 6am-10:30am | Lunch: 11am-3pm Monday to Friday
Caesar salad or Homemade seafood chowder
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APARTMENT FOR SALE Vancouver Penthouse For Sale. City Hall Area. Perfect for Airport employees. 1/2 block to Canada Line. Unobstructed view. Fully renovated contemporary 1bed, 1bath, custom European kitchen, walk-in closet, huge deck, 2 secured parking spots plus bike storage. $359,000.
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An Italian twin-engine turboprop aircraft produced by Piaggio Aero. It seats up to nine passengers in a pressurized cabin and may be flown by one or two pilots. Its innovative design places the main wing behind and above the canard-like horizontal stabilizer, features a laminar flow fuselage and has engines in pusher configuration.
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2007 Mustang Convertible, Red, only 45k’s,
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2007 Jeep Wrangler, 4x4, auto, black, only
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AUTOS FOR SALE 2010 Lexus IS 350, ultra premium, convertible, tungsten silver/black, 2-door, v6, auto, only 1,468 km. Demo $55,432 Stk#FE2549 2010 Lexus IS F Sport, demo, V8, 8-spd. Auto, 416 hp, black/black, only 287 kms. Demo $65,432. Stk#IF7616 2007 Toyota RAV 4 Limited, black side rails, V6, AWD, only 53,000 kms. $25,952. Stk#P1061 2007 BMW 335 xi, AWD, premium package, black sapphire, 6-cylinder, auto, only 42,711 km, 1 owner, warranty. $32,932. Stk#R85086A. 2005 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, auto, 4-cylinder, 1 owner, only 90,688 km. $12,331. Stk#R11078A.
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ACROSS 1 Russian emperor 5 Genus of groundnut vine 10 Radioactivity units 14 A1 15 7th month of the Jewish calendar 16 Assemble or modify written material 17 A spatula-like tool (2 words) 19 Not at all 20 Beer 21 Kinds or sorts 22 Absence of the pupil in an eye 24 Small four-stringed Hawaiian guitars 25 Towards the heavens 26 Valve in an internalcombustion engine 29 Flexible 30 Cocoyams 31 An Irish goddess 32 Writing fluid 35 Front part of the lower leg 36 Twist 37 Minor Papuan monetary unit 38 Owed and immediately payable 39 Longest river in Asia 40 Relating to punishment 41 Harpsichord 43 Morally pure 44 Is present at 46 Dainty or priggish 47 A small measure 48 Fertilizer ingredient 49 Environmental Protection Agency 52 Upper angle between a stem and a leafstalk 53 Old Testament Hebrews 56 Microphone 57 Small vascular growth on a mucous membrane 58 Sitcom set in Korea
only46k’s, Stk# P580734 Was $24,998 2009 Jeep Wrangler, 4WD, grey, only 33k’s,
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2004 LEXUS LX470, 4WD, white, V8, luxury, 1 owner, only 113,700 km. $32,210. Stk#LX2313B. 2002 LEXUS LS 430, premium, blue/cashmere leather, luxury, V8, only 77,977 kms. $22,822. Stk#L10095A.
RICHMOND LEXUS 5660 Minoru Blvd., Richmond. 604-273-5533. www.richmondlexus.com
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. 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. 2009 VW Jetta Comfortline. Auto., local, no accidents, power group, Only 10,700km. Silver. Well equipped. Last call $18,995. 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.
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Apt size fridge, 24”, white, excellent cond.
Near new Coast Hot tub, 6 person with lounger, 26 jets, Balboa electronics & pak. 6’ 6” x 6’ 6”. Heavy duty cover. 80’ of heavy duty wiring and junction box. Used about 10 times. only 2 years old. Like new cond. Must sell $2,900 obo. Canon EOS 3 Film Camera with PB-E2 power winder. Like new. $550 obo. Ascor portrait studio lighting system. Includes umbrellas, power pack, barn doors, stands and bulbs. Not perfect but works well. Comes in large carrying case. $450 obo. Canon 5D Mk11. BG-E6 Battery grip. Canon EF 28-135mm zoom macro AF 3.5-5.6 IS Ultrasonic with lens hood. Canon EF 100-400mm Zoom 4.5-5.6 L IS Ultrasonic with lens hood. Canon 550 Speedlite Flash. Includes carry bag. Absolutely excellent cond. Selling complete. $4,900 obo.
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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Hotpoint Fridge, white, 16cu ft, Excellent working cond. $100.00. Kenmore washer, white, excellent working cond. 4 yrs old. $185.00 604-218-1357
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A celebrated hood ornament’s clandestine past
The flying lady is perhaps the most famous automotive icon, gracefully adorning the hood of Rolls-Royce models past and present. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has launched a special limited-edition collection of Phantom cars to celebrate 100 years of The Spirit of Ecstasy, the most iconic of automotive hood ornaments, and its original designer Charles Robinson Sykes. In the early 1900s, Lord John Scott Montagu commissioned his friend, Sykes, to sculpt a personal mascot for the bonnet
of Montagu’s Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost. Sykes chose Eleanor Velasco Thornton, who was involved in a secret 15-year love affair with Lord Montagu, as his model. Sykes crafted a figurine of Thornton in fluttering robes, pressing a finger against her lips to symbolize the secret of their love. This figurine was consequently named The Whisper. Thornton died tragi-
Eleanor Thornton standing beside Lord Montagu’s Rolls Royce adorned with the emblem of herself.
cally in 1915, when the SS Persia, on which she was travelling on her way to accompany Lord Montagu on a trip to India, was torpedoed by a German U-boat in the Mediterranean. When Rolls later commissioned Sykes to produce a mascot that would adorn all future Rolls-Royce cars and become generic to the marque, Sykes chose to modify The
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Richmond Chrysler Dodge Jeep 5491 Parkwood Way, Richmond 1.877.357.1412 www.richmondchryslerjeep.com (see ad on back cover)
KIA Richmond 3351 No. 3 Road, Richmond 604.273.1800 www.kiarichmond.com (see ad on page 22)
Richmond Lexus 5660 Minoru Blvd, Richmond 604.273.5533 www.richmond-lexus-vancouver.com (see ad on page 20)
MINI Richmond #410-10700 Cambie Road, Richmond 604.233.0700 www.richmond.mini.ca (see ad on page 3)
RICHMOND SUBARU 3511 No. 3 Road, Richmond 604.278.6524 www.richmondsubaru.com (see ad on page 7)
Whisper into a version similar to today’s The Spirit of Ecstasy. He presented the mascot to the company in February 1911. A parade in London this month will inaugurate a series of global events to celebrate the Centenary Collection RollsRoyce and to honour Charles Sykes. The Rolls-Royce Spirit of Ecstasy Centenary Collection will be limited to 100
vehicles worldwide, each featuring details such as solid silver Spirit of Ecstasy, black Rolls-Royce badges and custom interior and exterior features. Rolls-Royce of Vancouver is now taking orders for vehicle delivery in early summer 2011. For more information, visit rolls-roycemotorcars-dealer.com/ Vancouver.
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PRE-OWNED 2010 LEXUS RX 350, TOURING EDITION AWD, smoky granite/black, V6, only 79,000 km STK#RX1439A $52,952
2008 LEXUS ES 350, A PKG Moon shell Mica/black, V6, auto, only 28,239 km STK#81067 $28,752
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2008 LEXUS IS 250, PREMIUM PKG AWD, Starfire pearl/black, V6, auto, only 51,900 km STK#P1054 $33,932
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2007 LEXUS RX350, PREMIUM, AWD, Bamboo pearl/cashmere leather, V6, only 53,367 kms STK#P1092 $32,832
2007 LEXUS IS 250 X2 Pkg., Black sapphire/cashmere leather, V6, auto, only 41,875 kms STK#P1045 $27,972
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Black Edition Porsche Boxster S limited to 987 units worldwide
Following on the heels of the recentlyannounced 911 Black Edition, Porsche is introducing a special edition model to dealerships this spring. The Boxster S Black Edition features a 10-horsepower power boost and a long list of standard equipment. This new mid-engine sports car is only available in solid black and features a monochrome treatment with a black body, black convertible top, and black-painted 19-inch Boxster Spyder design wheels. Contrasting trim pieces from the Boxster S are also painted for a uniform look: the roll-over bars and air intake grilles are painted in black, as are the twin exhaust tailpipes and the model designation on the rear luggage compartment lid. A Black Edition model designation is embossed on the side of the fabric roof. The monochromatic exterior theme is continued inside, where black is the only available colour, with aluminum and stainless steel used as accents. Brushed doorentry guards feature Black Edition lettering and a standard SportDesign steering wheel features twin aluminum-look spokes with a rim of smooth-finish black leather. Trim strips on the dashboard and around the shift lever or gear selector are painted in black, while the instrument dials are black instead of the usual white. Two final touches are the Porsche emblem is embossed on the headrests and a limited-edition badge on the glove compartment. Like the 911 Black Edition, the Boxster S Black Edition combines Porsche’s option packages. The black-painted exterior and interior touches are part of the Design package available on other Boxster models. The Comfort package, also standard, includes bi-xenon headlights with dynamic cornering function, a wind deflector, autodimming interior and exterior mirrors, rain sensor and automatic climate control. The Infotainment package adds a touch-screen Porsche Communication Management system with navigation, BOSE surround-sound system and satellite radio. A 3.4-litre six-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection, mounted in front of the rear axle, produces 320 horsepower—10 more than in the Boxster S. The extra functional and visual upgrades of the Boxster S Black Edition come with a price tag of $74,400.
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Reception: Friday Aug. 19, 2011 • 6:30-9:30pm Car Show: Saturday Aug. 20, 2011 • 10am-4pm Tickets: At the Gate
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Limited edition Mercedes Benz C63 AMG available only in Canada
CarTalk Mercedes-Benz Canada unveiled its C63 AMG Affalterbach Edition last month at the 2011 Montreal International Auto Show. Exclusive to Canada, and limited to just 30 units, the C63 AMG Affalterbach Edition was designed in the AMG Performance Centre in Affalterbach, Germany and features unique styling cues and an impressive list of special equipment that have never been offered before on a Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG. The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Affalterbach Edition is finished in highly distinctive Designo Magno Allanite Grey paintwork, and its unique appearance is further distinguished by high-performance AMG brakes with red calipers, AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels in black, carbonfibre mirror housings and a rear lip spoiler. The C63 AMG Affalterbach Edition is powered by the hand-built, 6.2-litre V8 engine that offers 481 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque, which propels it from zero to 100-kilometres an hour in just 4.4 seconds. The interior of this limited edition model features the Affalterbach logo prominently displayed on the gearshift lever and embossed on the headrests, and red contrast stitching adorns the black AMG Nappa leather sport seats. The overall design is completed by AMG carbon-fibre trim, floor mats with red leather piping and a special Affalterbach Edition badge which identifies every car with its unique “1 of 30” designation. The C63 AMG Affalterbach Edition boasts an extensive list of standard equipment and also features each element from the C63 AMG Premium Package. In addition, the Affalterbach Edition is equipped with the AMG Performance Package, which adds 30 additional horsepower, an AMG Trunk lid spoiler in carbon-fibre, red brake callipers, limited-slip differential and a top speed of 280 kilometres per hour. Available in spring 2011, the MercedesBenz C63 Affalterbach Edition will be priced from $81,500.
2011 Honda Odyssey earns 5-Star Crash Test Safety Rating
The new 2011 Honda Odyssey has earned the U.S.-based National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) best-possible Overall Vehicle Score of five stars. The Odyssey achieved its top Overall Vehicle Score with five-star ratings for the frontal crash safety test and both side crash safety tests in all evaluated front and rear seating positions and scenarios. Additionally, the Odyssey received the highest achievable rollover rating in the light-truck vehicle class using the program’s measurement methodology. The 2011 Odyssey is one of the first two vehicles ever to earn five stars in each seating position for all three crash tests. The Odyssey joins the redesigned 2011 Accord Sedan as one of the few vehicles to date that achieves the U.S. government’s best-possible five-star Overall Vehicle Score and five stars in the combined frontal and side crash safety ratings.
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By Bernie Pawlik
A timing belt, or cam belt, is a part of a car’s engine that controls the timing of the engine’s valves. Some engines, like the flat-4 Volkswagen air cooled engine and the straight-six Toyota F engine use timing gears. Recently, a customer brought a 2000 Isuzu Trooper to our shop because of a whirring noise coming from the front of its engine. What we later discovered to be causing the noise were worn out camshaft drive gears located inside the cylinder head—a layout rather unique to Isuzu. We also discovered two worn timing belt pulley bearings. This vehicle had 200,000 kilometres on the clock and just 20,000 kilometres
since the timing belt had been replaced by another mechanic. Unfortunately, the previous mechanic had only replaced the timing belt and not changed any front engine oil seals, water pump, tensioners or idler pulleys. To do a proper timing belt replacement, all of these parts should be replaced, for if one fails, the whole job needs to be redone. This was the case with the Isuzu. This happens quite frequently—we have had numerous vehicles brought to us where the belt alone had been replaced resulting in it being oil-soaked in a year or two, or the water pump fail six months after the timing belt was replaced. Initially, the cost to replace all of the
Little touches make big impression on 2011 Ford Explorer
The crisp click of a door lock or the precise feel of a window switch can make or break a customer’s initial experience with a vehicle. That’s why Ford engineers have sought the perfect feel for the switches and dials on the recently named North American Truck of the Year, the all-new 2011 Ford Explorer. The science of haptics, which measures how consumers react to physical objects, has shown that touch evokes a strong visceral response. Objects with a strong, solid feel may convey an emotional response ranging from a feeling of high quality to an enhanced sense of security. Touch is the first thing most people do when they get inside a vehicle. They grab the steering wheel and twist the knobs for the radio, heating and air conditioning. Those seemingly little things send big messages about a car. In the all-new Explorer, for example, craftsmanship is a key priority. Designers focused on making the Explorer interior environment pleasing from both aesthetic and tactile perspectives. The result is a redesigned switch package, including door locks, windows and mirrors. The changes may seem simple on the surface, but designing the changes is com-
plex. Ford engineers initiated proprietary research that took into account smoothness and tension when determining the highprecision feel of the new switches. In the past, understanding how people sense quality through touch was an area largely unexplored by automakers. Unlike the designers of computer keyboards, mobile phones and kitchen appliances, car designers historically paid more attention to the impact they could have on other senses such as vision or hearing. Now, Ford designers and engineers use special equipment to measure consumers’ preferences for tactile sensations including the proper amount of resistance on dials, knobs and latches. They use the results of the testing to design vehicle features that “feel right” to drivers and passengers since feedback through touch happens faster than through other senses. Ford’s advanced work in haptics is contributing significantly to the design of vehicle interiors. The all-new headlamp, window, mirror and door lock switches on the 2011 Ford Explorer have been designed to blend into a cohesive theme, which will become the blueprint for switches in the global Ford brand line-up.
required parts is more expensive up front but ultimately it is less expensive in the long run. Bernie Pawlik is the owner of Pawlik’s Automotive, located at 966 Southwest Marine Drive, Vancouver. He can be reached at (604) 327-7112.
(Pictured) Parts required to do a proper timing belt service on a 2003 Audi 3 litre V6 engine—four camshaft seals, four camshaft o-rings, one front crankshaft seal, two valve cover gaskets, two idler pulleys, one water pump, one tensioner pulley, one tension adjuster and one timing belt.
Online driving test in support of Canada’s Year of Road Safety In support of The National Year of Road Safety 2011, Young Drivers of Canada, Canada’s largest driver training organizations, and State Farm Insurance have partnered to create the first online national driving test. The test initiative encourages safe and smart driving practices across the country and was designed to not only engage Canadians to easily test their driving skills but also put a special focus on distracted driving. This is an interactive online video competition that challenges players to score higher than other contestants. The online contestants in this series are everyday drivers, ranging in ages from 17 to 61. To go a step further, players can also invite their friends and family to try to beat their scores.
Participants are also able to judge the level of risks in the various road scenarios and learn how safe a driver they really are. “The most recent statistics from Transport Canada report 2,767 fatalities and a total of 194,177 injuries,” said Peter Christianson, president of Young Drivers of Canada. “Collisions are predictable and preventable and our hope is that in Canada’s National Year of Road Safety, we can all focus on working together to change risky driving behaviours and help save lives.” Individuals who participate in this free video competition will have the opportunity to identify driving risks and learn valuable solutions to common driving problems. Each road scenario in the series has tips on how to respond effectively to that situation. If the viewer is paying attention
they should be able to click on the specific source of the risk. There is also a CogniFit divided attention task available in each episode. “There is research that shows that 24 per cent of new drivers, regardless of age, have cognitive weaknesses that put them at significant risk of crashing,” said Christinason. “These skills can be improved through CogniFit assessment and training. Cognitive ability is a large part of a driver’s crash-risk. Canadian drivers can flex their cognitive skills related to driving such as attention, perception, and memory, which are not only important to keep sharp for driving, but also to be safe and effective in all aspects of their lives.” The National Driving Test can be found at autos.sympatico.ca/safety-guide/7650/ national-driving-test.
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ll of Jack Schofield’s books are available from Aviation World or Coles, Chapters and independent bookstores throughout the province.
Former coastal pilot, Jack Schofield, has added another page to BC’s dynamic aviation history with his recent launch of Journey Log, the Daryl Smith Pacific Coastal Airlines story.
Contact the author at coastdogpress@shaw.ca
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