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On June 18, 2013, Vancouver Airport Authority Board of Directors chair Mary Jordan announced the appointment of Craig Richmond to the role of president & CEO Vancouver Airport Authority.

Richmond is Vancouver Airport Authority’s third president & CEO since

management of Vancouver International Airport (YVR) transferred from the federal government to a local, community-based authority in 1992. On July 1, Richmond assumed responsibility from Larry Berg. During Berg’s 15-year tenure as leader of the Airport Authority, YVR

earned its international reputation for airport excellence.

As a community-based organization, the Airport Authority consulted extensively with local stakeholders to build a vision for its next leader. A dedicated team of Airport Authority directors undertook a global recruitment effort to find

the ideal candidate to fill the role. Amongst the most important requirements was an extensive aviation industry expertise, a working understanding of the business of airports and a strategic vision for writing the next chapter of YVR’s story.

“Like YVR itself, our new president & CEO is a

home-grown success story,” said Jordan. “A unique mix of work experience, skills, education and values amassed over a lifetime in aviation— including a decade’s worth of experience as a Canadian military fighter pilot—make Craig a great fit for a great job.”

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WestJet recently launched its regional service to smaller communities in Western Canada with the WestJet Encore brand.

Arriving at YVR and departing daily from Fort St. John and Victoria, the Encore flights will use a Bombardier Q400 aircraft.

The flight codes will still use the WS prefix and will operate exclusively out of the gates in the Domestic Terminal.

In true WestJet fashion, a celebratory launch event took place for the first arriving flight on June 24, 2013, complete with prizes and cake for all the passengers in the area.

The WestJet team gathers around the cake and celebrates the arrival of the very first Encore aircraft to YVR.

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Richmond will oversee the effective operation and strategic vision for the future of YVR, Canada’s second-busiest airport and a key global gateway on North America’s west coast. He will be responsible for leading an approach designed to keep this award-winning international airport competitive, a community contributor and key economic generator for British Columbia.

Born in Vancouver and raised in Kamloops, B.C., Richmond’s early introduction to aviation came when, at 13, he took his first job as a gas jockey for propeller aircraft at Kamloops Airport. Soon after, he earned his pilot’s license, taking to the skies before learning to drive a car. Between 1980 and 1990, Richmond piloted multi-crew aircraft as a Canadian Armed Forces Military pilot.

Educated at the University of Manitoba, Richmond holds both a Bachelor’s Degree and a Masters in Business Administration.

In 1995, Richmond joined Vancouver Airport Authority and spent more than 11 years in various operational roles including manager, airside operations and vice president, operations. During his tenure as VP, Richmond oversaw the safe and efficient movement of millions of passengers, including those diverted to YVR in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

Richmond championed airfield safety, including the introduction of the first radar debris detection system to a commercial airport, led strategic planning and community consultation for major changes to runway operations and spearheaded improvements to YVR’s world-renowned customer service. He also served as the organization’s lead spokesperson during crisis and

issues response.

In 2006, Richmond joined Vantage Airport Group taking his management excellence and operational expertise to airports around the world.

Formerly Vancouver Airport Services (YVRAS), Vantage Airport Group was created by Vancouver Airport Authority to export YVR’s management excellence and operational expertise to airports around the world. Vantage Airport Group is a for-profit Canadian company that manages 11 airports on three continents. Vancouver Airport Authority remains a 50 per cent shareholder in the enterprise.

A four-year term as president & CEO of Nassau Airport Development Company yielded international experience for Richmond, who oversaw planning and delivery of a $409-million terminal redevelopment project.

As CEO of three airports in Northern England— Liverpool John Lennon, Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield and Durham Tees Valley Airport— Richmond applied his expertise to operations in transition.

In a double-dip recession, Richmond cut operational costs, bolstered non-aeronautical revenue and implemented leading e-commerce, customer service and social media strategies to improve airport experience.

Prior to accepting the position with Vancouver Airport Authority, which he calls a “dream come true,” Richmond most recently served as CEO of Larnaka International and Pafos International airports in Cyprus.

“Not many people can say that the job they wished for as a child is the job they will actually one day have as an adult,” said Craig Richmond, president & CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “To be back in Vancouver at what I believe is the best airport in the world is a dream come true. I look for-

ward to working with the exceptional team of Airport Authority employees. Together with the 23,000 people who work at the airport, we will continue to create an airport that shows our pride in B.C. that British Columbians can be proud of and that every passenger can enjoy.”

With a focus on innovation, sustainability and teamwork toward developing YVR’s potential as a key global gateway, Richmond’s mandate will be to continue to shape and enhance YVR’s reputation as North America’s top airport.

Vancouver Airport Authority is a community-based, not-forprofit organization that manages YVR. Canada’s second busiest airport, YVR served 17.6-million passengers in 2012, facilitated 261,000 takeoffs and landings and handled 227,000 tonnes of cargo.

Sixty-eight airlines serve YVR, connecting people and businesses to more than 120 destinations worldwide.

Vancouver Airport Authority is a dedicated community partner and in 2012 donated more than $650,000 to community organizations.

YVR Take-Off Fridays: A staycation destination

This summer, visit YVR for the ultimate staycation during YVR Take-Off Fridays. Stop by YVR any Friday from July 5 to August 30 between 9am and 3pm for lots of kid-friendly activities such as face painting, balloonists, caricaturists and YVR mascots.

On Friday July 12, don’t miss out on YVR Take-Off Fridays first-ever Paper Airplane Day, featuring a paper airplane folding workshop and a competition between 11am–12:30pm led by the airport’s very own paper airplane expert.

If you miss out on Paper Airplane Day, you’ll still have the chance to follow the expert’s instructions at the paper airplane stations.

Another new offering this year is a guided pre-security

tour of YVR starting at 10am each Friday during YVR TakeOff Fridays. Space is limited so arrive early at The Spirit of Haida Gwaii: The Jade Canoe sculpture to ensure your spot.

Kids and adults alike can explore YVR’s Public Observation Area, which includes a number of interactive displays and high-tech telescopes to help discover more about Sea Island and YVR. YVR Take-Off Fridays offers free samples, great music, $10 lunch specials and exciting prizes for people of all ages.

Each YVR Take-Off Friday features different entertainment.

For the most current and upto-date information and schedule, please visit yvr.ca.

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Russ Baker Way Repaving Project Starting mid-July 2013, Vancouver Airport Authority will begin repaving Russ Baker Way, between Miller Road and the North end of the No. 2 Road Bridge in Richmond.

Expected to take between 10 and 12 weeks to complete, this project will require both daytime and nighttime north- and southbound lane closures and reduced vehicle speed limits, which will impact traffic and cause some delays.

During the repaving, Russ Baker Way’s north- and southbound cycling lanes will not be available, and cyclists are encouraged to find alternate routes.

Wherever possible, work will be performed at night for reduced impact to traffic.

To ensure the project is completed as safely and quickly as possible, lanes will remain open at all times, as follows: • A minimum of two lanes will operate in each direction during the day (between 6am and 8pm) • A minimum of one lane will operate in each direction at night (between 8pm and 6am) Russ Baker Way is a major artery for motor vehicle traffic and cyclists. Once complete in early fall 2013, the repaved road will offer safer and more reli-

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The 4th Annual Clear Skies Awards were handed out recently to the Sea Island businesses that best demonstrated their dedication and enthusiasm to improving their environmental performance.

The recipient of the 2013 YVR Clear Skies Award is The Fairmont Vancouver Airport.

The on-site hotel was recognized for its efforts in establishing a Sustainability Committee, utilizing the Inncomm energy management system, maintaining strong community partnerships with environmental organizations and earning a 74 per cent Waste Diversion rate.

The submissions are assessed by the Environment Department at YVR based on the entrant’s efforts in waste reduction, energy conservation, greenhouse gas and pollutant reduction, management of other risks and impacts and any other area that shows commitment to sustainability.

Honourable mention goes to both Securiguard and Enterprise for their impressive submissions and their ongoing contributions to environmental best practices and sustainability on Sea Island.

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YVR Quick Facts 2013 • Sixty-eight airlines serve YVR, connecting people and businesses non-stop to some 120 destinations in Canada, the U.S. and around the world via chartered and regularly scheduled flights.

• YVR served 17.6-million passengers in 2012, including arriving, departing and connecting travellers.

• Canada’s second-busiest airport, YVR’s three runways handled 261,000 takeoffs and landings in 2012.

• YVR has two main parallel runways oriented in an eastwest direction and one-crosswind runway that, combined, total 8,759 metres in length.

The Fraser River can also be considered a runway of sorts as it facilitates float-plane activity as part of YVR’s south-side operations.

• More than 227,000 tonnes of cargo made its way through YVR in cargo aircraft and the belly hold of commercial passenger planes in 2012.

• The total footprint of YVR’s Main Terminal Building is 135,138 square metres, a space large enough to accommodate about three BC Place Stadiums.

• In 2012, the Airport Authority launched a 10-year, $1.8-bil-

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lion strategy to keep YVR an economic generator for B.C. With 12,000-plus Twitter followers, YVR is Canada’s topTweeting airport.

The three most popular destinations, based on number of passengers to and from YVR, are Toronto, Calgary and Edmonton, followed by Los Angeles, Hong Kong and Victoria.

The shortest flight from YVR is 10 minutes, to Nanaimo Harbour, B.C., while the longest non-stop flight from YVR is to Sydney, Australia, at 15 hours and 30 minutes.

More than 23,600 people come to work on YVR’s Sea Island home every day.

In 2012, YVR contributed $1.9-billion in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to the national economy.

As a community-based organization, the Airport Authority donated $675,000 to almost 70 not-for-profit organizations in 2012.

Canada’s first Ground Runup Enclosure, which opened at YVR in January 2012, has approximately 1,950 soundabsorbing panels, each about 15 centimetres thick.

More than 630,000 kilograms of paper (including paper

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towel from washrooms) and cardboard were recycled in 2012.

More than 7,400 items were turned into the Lost & Found office in 2012; oddities included an old, empty steamer trunk; a new flat-screen TV; and a used toilet seat.

YVR pays $608-million in annual taxes to the federal and provincial governments, the City of Richmond and TransLink.

YVR has a comprehensive wildlife management program to keep feathered birds away from metal birds for the safety of passengers. In 2012, approximately 704,000 birds ere moved away from aircraft operating areas using pyrotechnics, sirens, lights, propane cannons and specially trained border collies, falcons and hawks.

On average, more than 46,000 bags travel through YVR’s baggage system daily.

Bags travel at a rate of 1.2 metres per second through the system.

YVR’s control tower is 19 storeys high and is the second highest in Canada. It can withstand a 7.2-magnitude (Richter) earthquake.

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The Spirit of Leadership: A High Tea Adventure The Aviation Leadership Foundation, in partnership with the Women in Aviation Sea to Sky Chapter, is hosting “The Spirit of Leadership – A High Tea adventure” on Tuesday, July 30, 2013 at the historic Georgia Hotel.

This event will be the perfect afternoon escape for all people who love adventure, high tea, aviation, leadership and/or history. With a focus on adventure, guests will have the opportunity to connect with other professionals who share a passion for leadership.

The tea features speakers, including Jeff Glickman, a forensic imaging specialist who has provided digital imaging services for The International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery (TIGHAR). His assignment: to search for clues that might help explain the mysterious disappearance of Amelia Earhart, whose airplane was lost over the South Pacific approximately 60 years ago.

Amelia Earhart endures in our consciousness as one of the world’s most celebrated aviators.

She remains a symbol of the leadership, power, and the perseverance of women as well as the courage and adventurous spirit so essential to our own successes.

After reconstructing and examining a 58-year-old film of Earhart’s plane, the team discovered proof that supported TIGHAR’s theory: Earhart lost her receiving antenna on take-

Aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart, whose life, career and disappearance continues to fascinate the world to this day.

off which had been there only moments before. This revelation helped explain why Earhart lost radio contact with the Itasca, a Coast Guard cutter assigned to help her navigate the endless waters of the South Pacific.

Today, Glickman is helping TIGHAR determine where Earhart’s plane went down.

Other speakers will engage the audience in their own stories of courage, adventure, and leadership, culminating with Tea Talks, inspired by the phenomenal success of TED Talks; Ideas Worth Spreading. The Aviation Leadership Foundation will feature several short talks in this

same spirit.

With a vintage aviation theme and all the makings of a proper English afternoon tea, the event will tantalize the taste buds with the stories and spirit of leadership.

Tickets may be purchased through the Foundation’s web site at aviationleadership.com.

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Airline News China Southern celebrates anniversary and expanded service at YVR

China Southern held a reception at YVR on June 18 to celebrate its second anniversary flying from YVR and its newly increased frequency.

China Southern now operates three flights per day from YVR to Guangzhou Airport, China.

China Southern Airlines is the largest airline in Asia, and Guangzhou

Airport, located in Guangdong province on the Pearl River Delta, serves more than 330-million people. Guangdong province’s foreign trade accounts for more than a quarter of China’s total, and it enjoys the country’s highest provincial per capita gross domestic product.

For more information on China Southern Airlines, visit csair.com.

Gretzky back on ice at World Duty Free ice wine event

On Thursday June 27, legendary Canadian hockey player Wayne Gretzky visited World Duty Free at YVR to celebrate the launch of his new ice wine, Wayne Gretzky Estates No. 99.

One of the most iconic

Canadians in history, the ‘Great One’ signed autographs and took photos with travellers and fans.

Ice Wines are the top seller at World Duty Free’s two YVR locations at International Departures and US Departures.

YVR for Kids welcomes Pamela Anderson as honorary patron Pamela Anderson, Canadian actress, model, producer, author and activist, loves being back on B.C. turf. This iconic beauty shuttles back and forth between her two homes in Los Angeles and Vancouver Island. As a busy mother to her two sons Brandon and Dylan, she is a true Supermom.

Anderson maintains dual Canadian and American citizenship and is a notable member of the animal rights movement PETA. She also does charity work with the Inga Foundation, Sea Shepherd and JPHRO/Haiti.

This is why YVR for Kids Golf and Gala charity event has invited Anderson to become its honorary patron.

“My life has been a whirlwind of fantastic opportunities,” said Anderson. “I moved to Southern California in 1989, but I always find my way back to my roots in British Columbia. The dedication and effort that YVR for Kids has

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YVR for Kids was founded 22 years ago and has raised more than $3.6-million for Canuck Place Hospice and other children’s charities.

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This monthly Health & Wellness column features medical, dental and health information from a variety of trained professionals. Send us a question that you would like answered on any of these areas of health and wellness.

Tips for safe travel and touring during the summer One of the best parts of summer is having the time to do some of the things you really enjoy.

This can mean long bike rides, playing football, golfing, camping, hiking and all kinds of fun activities.

Whichever ones you and your family are involved in, you’ll have more fun and be safer if you prepare ahead of time and try not to overdo it.

To stay healthy, it’s important to take precautions. Some examples are: While walking and taking in the sights, be sure to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Don’t wait until you start to feel thirsty—the need for water starts before you’re aware of it. On average, try to drink a cup of water about 15 minutes before starting out, and then, depending on how hot it is and how fast you’re walking, drink one-half to one cup of every 15 to 20 minutes.

Consider keeping a sports drink handy to help replenish lost electrolytes from excess sweating.

Stay out of the sun during the hottest times—usually between 11am and 4pm—and cover up when in the sun.

If cycling, wear a proper bicycle helmet.

Stretch before and after physical activities to avoid muscle cramps and soreness.

If you’re driving places, be sure your children are buckled up in an approved car seat or booster seat. Don’t forget to buckle up yourself.

If you take prescription medications, be sure to have enough on hand when you travel, plus a bit extra in case of delays.

If you’re travelling by air, don’t pack your medications in your check-in luggage—luggage may get delayed or lost. Many people recommend not packing them in luggage at all, no matter how you travel, in case your bags get lost or stolen. Be sure to keep the medications in their original containers, especially if you’re crossing borders. Not only is this safest thing to do to avoid medication mix-ups, it also shows border inspectors what medications

you’re carrying in case you’re questioned about them.

For some families, travelling and touring means camping and hiking. Enjoying the outdoors can have a few risks, however; take some simple precautions so you won’t have to cut your vacation short.

Bug bites: Mosquito bites, although not serious for most people, can be uncomfortable. Prevent bites by using insect repellent or oil of lemon eucalyptus on your skin, placing citronella candles around you, and covering as much skin as possible. Avoid being outside at sundown, when mosquitoes are at their worst, and stay away from areas of stagnant water – breeding grounds for mosquitoes.

If you do get bitten, antihistamine pills or lotions can help with the itch, as can applying a cool compress to the swollen area.

Stinging insects are a common outdoor problem both at home and away, and unfortunately, they aren’t deterred by insect repellents.

Wasps love sweet food, so keep foods and drinks covered while outside and don’t wear sweet-smelling perfumes or hairsprays.

Bees travel in a straight line back and forth from their hives; avoid getting in their line of flight.

Don’t allow children to disturb nests or hives—many children have been stung after throwing rocks at nests.

If you do get stung, check to see if the stinger is still in the skin (bees sting only once, leaving their stingers), but don’t pull it out because this allows more venom to escape. Gently scrape it off with a flat object like the dull edge of a knife or the edge of a credit card. For pain and swelling, try applying a paste of baking soda and water.

For itching and swelling, use an antihistamine cream. If the bitten area swells, turns red and antihistamines don’t help, consider seeking medical attention.

Deer ticks are a major concern in some parts of North America because they can be Lyme disease carriers.

Found most commonly in the American Northeast, Midwest, and West, these ticks hide mostly in shady, tall grass, although they can be found in shrubs, lawns, and gardens as well.

To avoid being bitten by a tick, wear long pants tucked into socks or boots to keep ticks off your legs. Wear closed-toe shoes—no sandals. After a hike, check your body for ticks, especially the insides of knees and elbows and the neck just below the hairline.

If you find a tick, don’t panic.

Don’t grab at it or squeeze it off.

Instead, using small tweezers, grab the tick by the head and pull it out, then kill it by placing it in alcohol.

Don’t cover it with anything or try to kill it while it’s on the skin, as this could release more toxin. Once the tick is removed, watch the site for a rash—it can begin up to one month following the bite. If you’re concerned, call your doctor.

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Upcoming Events

Email your event information to jstewart@westerndriver.com July 21, 2013 Pitt Meadows Airport Annual Open House Pitt Meadows Airport, 100-18799 Airport Way, Pitt Meadows, BC 10am-4pm. Free admission and free parking. A family-friendly day focused on Careers in Aviation, with events such as plane rides, train rides, car show, refreshments, etc. NEXUS customs officers will be on location to explain how the program allows for faster border crossing. For more information, visit pittmeadowsairport.com.

July 27, 2013 Boundary Bay Airshow 2013 Boundary Bay Airport, 7800 Alpha Way, Delta, BC 1pm-4pm. Airshows, with its raw energy and excitement, continue to draw people and, as one of Delta’s most popular events, the Boundary Bay Airshow is no exception. One of the last free-admission shows, the Boundary Bay Airshow now attracts more than 10,000 guests. Families enjoy the exhilarating air performances and static aircraft displays, as well as children’s activities, refreshments and much more.

For more information, visit czbb.com.

July 29-August 4, 2013 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013 Oshkosh, Wisconsin Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast or an aviation novice, AirVenture has something for you. No matter what your age, you’ll be entertained, informed, and thrilled by the countless activities available that reflect the spirit of aviation all around.

Daily air shows, aerobatics and pyrotechnics, opening day concert, Fly-in Theatre, forums, workshops, and demonstrations, KidVenture, Theatre in the Woods. All of this, plus much more is included with your daily admission.

For more information, visit airventure. org.

August 9-11, 2013 Abbotsford Airshow 2013 Abbotsford Airport, 30440 Liberator Avenue, Abbotsford, BC The 2013 Abbotsford Airshow will celebrate its 51st anniversary. A roster of world-class flying events and onsite displays are being planned. For more information, visit abbotsfordairshow. com.

August 22, 2013 YVR for Kids 2013 Quilchena Golf & Country Club Gala Dinner & Auction, Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Richmond, BC The YVR for Kids annual golf and

dinner auction brings together the airport and surrounding communities in a unique effort to raise funds for children’s charities. Over the last 21 years, the event has donated more than $3.2-million to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice and other children’s charities. For more information, visit yvrforkids.com

September 26, 2013 SkyTalk Open Golf Tournament Beach Grove Golf Club, 5946 12th Avenue, Delta, BC For the golfing airport community in support of Burkeville kids $150 registration fee includes: shotgun start, green fees, award prizes, putting contest, BBQ buffet dinner. Hole-inone prize $10,000 golf membership to Beach Grove Golf Course.

Email: pstewart@westerndriver.com for more information or register online at skytalkonline.com

Earlier this month, Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird announced the successful conclusion of an expanded air transport agreement with China.

The amendments to the agreement will give airlines the flexibility to offer more travel options and help Canadian airports attract new flight links, which will help to create economic opportunities in Canada and China.

“Our government is focused on jobs, growth and concrete ways to increase trade and tour-

ism,” said Baird. “This agreement is good news for travellers, shippers and Canada’s aviation industry as a whole.”

Bilateral trade with China reached record levels in 2012, and China is now Canada’s second-largest export destination after the United States.

“Increasing ties with the AsiaPacific region is absolutely vital to Canada’s future prosperity,” said Baird. “Our government gets that in a way no previous government has. This [agreement] is just the latest example of that.”

Baird made the announcement while on his eighth visit to China, on behalf of the Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec and Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, and the Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway.

New Canadian 10-Year ePassport now available

October 5, 2013 Vancouver Airline & Aviation Collectibles Show Oakridge Centre Mall Auditorium 9am-5pm.

If you collect aircraft slides, photos, diecast aircraft models, display models, aviation books, mags, barf bags, schedules, inflight magazines, playing cards, pins or aviation DVDs, you’re probably going to be able to find these and many more aviation collectibles at this show. For more information, visit VancouverAviationShow.com.

October 15-16, 2013 2013 Airline Information Mega Event The Hyatt Regency Vancouver, 655 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC Mega Event will also include the Mega Awards Gala Dinner sponsored by Visa. The best Ancillary IT Solution and the Best Ancillary Campaign will be recognized, among similar awards for loyalty and social media. For more information, visit airlineinformation. org.

October 16-17, 2013 2013 Canadian Aerospace Summit Ottawa Convention Centre, 55 Colonel

By Drive, Ottawa, ON At the 2013 Canadian Aerospace Summit, you will hear from visionaries and practitioners on the new evolution and expectations in aerospace, meet leading industry decision-makers, and gain first-hand intelligence on key business opportunities. For more information, visit aiac.ca.

Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announces Canada’s new 10-year ePassport.

Canada’s new and more secure 10-year ePassport is now available to Canadians. ePassports are the international norm in travel documents and contain technologically advanced features, including an embedded electronic chip, to prevent fraud.

The chip stores the same personal information as that which is recorded on the second page of the passport— except for the signature—as

well as a photo and a digital security feature that proves that the passport was issued by the Government of Canada.

To combat fraud, once the personal information is stored on the chip, it cannot be modified without invalidating the passport.

“The new, 10-year ePassport provides more convenience for Canadians, and facilitates safe, secure travel which, in turn, helps create jobs, growth and long-term prosperity for Canadians,” said Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney. “The Canadian passport is not only a privilege of citizenship, but a reflection of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship.”

The new ePassport features iconic images that celebrate Canada’s history and culture, such as: Robert Harris’s painting of the Fathers of Confederation; a depiction of the last spike completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885; and a picture of Pier 21 in Halifax—one of the most significant ports of entry for newly-arrived immigrants between 1928 and 1971 and now a National Historic Site.

At $160, a 10-year pass-

port provides better value for money as it costs less per year than the previous cost of a fiveyear passport.

It also means that Canadians will not have to renew their passports as frequently.

Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) now bears primary responsibility for Passport Canada, which had previously been part of the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. This responsibility is in line with the duties CIC already performs, such as admitting permanents residents, promoting the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, and determining Canadian citizenship.

Canadians continue to access passport services through all of the same service locations currently available in Canada through the existing network of 144 Service Canada Centres, 56 Canada Post intake locations and 34 passport offices across the country.

Service Canada will assume responsibility for passport operations and, over time, services will expand to more Service Canada Centres.

Ultimately, Canadians will be able to apply for a passport online.

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Canada Day Steveston Salmon Festival Since 1945, the people of Steveston have come together every year to celebrate Canada’s birthday and the rich heritage of our community.

Thanks to the tireless efforts of hundreds of volunteers and the generous support of sponsors, the Steveston Community Society organizes one of the largest non-profit Canada Day celebrations across the country.

On average, more than 70,000 people from across Richmond, Metro Vancouver and the Pacific

Northwest visit the Steveston community for the July 1st festivities, which include a parade, the famous Steveston Salmon Festival and family entertainment throughout the day.

Representing YVR in the parade were staff, family and friends, volunteer Green Coats, Airside Emergency Services members and airport vehicles, which provided the public with an opportunity to see Red 2, one of the airport’s unique airfield fire-fighting emergency trucks up close.

Red 2 was a massive hit with the crowds, using its fire suppression to blast some mist on over-heated parade patrons.

Team YVR gets ready to walk in the Salmon Festival Canada Day Parade. The group included Green Coats, Airport Authority team members including Airside Emergency Services members and Ivan Tse, superintendent, airside operations vehicles.

The YVR SmartCar cruises down Moncton Street in Steveston.

YVR’s fleet is greeted by thousands of parade watchers all decked out in red and white and waving their Canada flags.

Lots of people visited Team YVR at its big blue tent and learned all about the airport and its upcoming summer promotions, including YVR Take-Off Fridays.

After the parade it was off to Steveston Salmon Festival, where YVR set up a tent to offer information, some free treats and a chance to win a YVR prize pack.

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Korean Air increases summer service between Seoul and Canada

Last month, Korean Air began daily summer service between Vancouver and Seoul/ Incheon as well as Toronto and Seoul/Incheon.

The airline previously offered five flights per week from both Canadian cities.

KE 072 departs Vancouver daily at 2:35pm, arriving in Seoul/Incheon at 5:50pm the next day.

KE 071 departs Seoul/ Incheon at 6:50pm, arriving in Vancouver at 12:35pm the same day.

The flight is on a Boeing 747-400, featuring an all-Prestige Class upstairs and Korean Air’s award-winning meals and inflight entertainment.

Korean Air has been serving Canada for more than 20 years and has expanded its Canadian presence through its code-sharing agreement with WestJet. “Canada is an important market for Korean Air and we are looking forward to offering these

new daily flights,” said John Jackson, Korean Air’s vice president of marketing and sales for the Americas. “Our Asian travellers are keen to visit Canada, especially during the summer.

And we provide an enormous route network throughout Asia for our Canadian travellers, with speedy connections to dozens of cities in China, Japan, Southeast Asia and others throughout the region.”

With a fleet of 155 aircraft, Korean Air is one of the world’s top 20 airlines, operating more than 400 flights per day to 125 cities in 45 countries. The airline is a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, which together with its 19 members offers its 552-million annual passengers a worldwide system of more than 15,000 daily flights covering 993 destinations in 187 countries.

For more on Korean Air’s programs, routes, frequencies and partners, visit koreanair.com.

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EVA Air joins Star Alliance network

Taiwanese-based EVA Air has become the newest member of the Star Alliance airline network, further strengthening the network’s presence in the Asia Pacific region. At present, 19 Star Alliance member airlines operate more than 4,000 daily flights to, from and within the region, serving 280 airports in 44 countries.

In addition to bringing Kaohsiung in Taiwan and Surabaya in Indonesia as unique airports to the network, EVA Air expands the Star Alliance presence on the important cross-strait market, which has grown from an annual passenger volume of just over three million in 2009 to around nine million in 2012.

EVA Air now offers through check-in to the final destination

for connecting flights operated by any Star Alliance member airline for both passengers and baggage, hence providing seamless travel.

Passengers benefit as they do not need to collect their boarding passes for connecting flights at the transfer airports and, where permitted by local customs regulations, baggage will also be sent through to the final destinations.

Members in EVA Air Infinity MileageLands Frequent Flyer Programme (FFP) will now be able to collect and redeem miles on all Star Alliance member airlines.

FFP members from all other Star Alliance member airlines can also now make use of these when travelling on EVA Air. EVA Air also boosts the

attractiveness of the network’s most popular fare product, the Star Alliance Round the World Fare (RTW). Available in First, Business and Economy Class, this fare allows customers to travel around the globe making use of the 28-member airline network.

Customers can now make use of all EVA Air flights when booking an RTW fare, either through the Book & Fly online booking tool, via an airline or through a travel agency.

With Taiwan forming part of the Pacific Rim, EVA Air now offers the Star Alliance Circle Pacific Fare, which allows circular round-trips covering the Asian countries bordering the Pacific, the main international hub airports on the Pacific Coast of

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Canada and the USA, as well as the South Pacific (mainly Australia and New Zealand).

Additionally, EVA Air is now included in the Asia Airpass alongside all other Asia-based Star Alliance member airlines.

This special coupon- and mileagebased fare is available to all overseas visitors to the region travelling on a Star Alliance member airline and allows customers to travel around Asia—Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.

For more information on EVA Air, visit evaair.com.

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The Portuguese city of Porto located on the Douro River was named the #1 destination in Europe to visit in 2013 by Lonely Planet guide books.

Lonely Planet, the world’s largest travel guide book publisher, has released its newest annual list: Lonely Planet’s Top 10 European Destinations for 2013.

The list features Lonely Planet’s picks for the best places to visit in Europe for the year ahead and includes countries, cities, and regions from all across the European continent.

Destinations were chosen by the company’s team of editors and authors based in Lonely Planet’s Oakland, California and London, U.K. offices for either being under-the-radar but generating buzz, or perennial favourites with fresh reasons to visit in 2013.

Portugal’s Porto and Douro Valley claimed the top honour on the list, chosen as the #1 destination to visit in Europe in 2013. The Portuguese destination

was described as being a vibrant arts capital with trendy watering holes in old, atmospheric buildings and wild plant-scapes that is also a great value destination.

The list also features (in ranked order): Budapest, Hungary; Northern Iceland; Cinque Terre, Italy; Moravia,

Czech Republic; Bern, Switzerland; Marseille, France; Croatia; Northern Ireland; and Copenhagen, Denmark.

Additional information explaining why these destinations were chosen can be found at lonelyplanet.com/europe/ travel-tips-and-articles/77757.

For those inspired to take a trip to Europe this year, Lonely Planet has also released a brandnew, free ebook titled Europe: 40 Amazing Experiences, which features the best things to see and do in Europe this summer, such as floating down the azure Cetina River in Croatia or chilling out in

Barcelona’s beach bars.

Europe: 40 Amazing Experiences is free to download on all ebook platforms and as a downloadable PDF from Lonely Planet’s website.

And, for those hoping to win a European getaway, Lonely Planet is hosting a 40th anni-

versary campaign in search of the best travel story. Showcase how travel has impacted your life and, in 140 characters or less, submit your very own real-life travel story at lonelyplanet.com/ shareyourtravelstory/usca for the chance to win a trip for two to Italy.

NAV Canada opens tallest freestanding ATC

NAV Canada air traffic controllers at Calgary International Airport (YYC) are handling flights from a new air traffic control tower. At more than 91 metres, it is the highest freestanding tower of its kind in Canada.

The Control Tower building also houses a Technical Operations maintenance center for onsite technologists to perform maintenance and repairs, when necessary, on NAV Canada’s navigational aids and other equipment at YYC.

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Canadian Air Force receives first CH-147H Chinook Helicopter

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The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) has received the first of 15 new Boeing CH-147F Chinook helicopters.

The aircraft’s features include a modernized airframe with a long-range fuel system, upgraded electrical system, fully integrated Common Avionics Architecture System cockpit and Digital Automatic Flight Control System.

The aircraft also has improved survivability features including a Directional Infrared Countermeasures system.

The first CH-147F was accepted by the RCAF’s 450 Tactical Helicopter Squadron, and will be followed by six

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The Canadian government awarded Boeing a contract for 15 Medium-toHeavy-Lift Helicopters (MHLH) and inservice support in June 2009; all deliveries are scheduled to be completed by June 2014.

Boeing will provide in-service support to the MHLH fleet for the next 20 years under a Performance-Based Logistics contract.

Boeing has already awarded six contracts to Canadian suppliers for services under the program.

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The majority of the airline’s fleet will eventually feature the white version of the new livery and a limited number will feature the distinctive black version of the new design.

Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand have entered into a one-year partnership, valued at more than $20-million, to undertake joint marketing activity promoting travel to New Zealand in selected international markets.

The investment represents an increase in planned joint marketing spend of around 80 per cent compared with the previous financial year.

Under the agreement, Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand will each invest more than $10-million over the next 12 months in co-operative marketing activity in the key markets of Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, North America, the United Kingdom and Europe as well as increased activity in emerging markets such as India and Indonesia.

Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand have a strong track record of

working together to market New Zealand as a destination.

Recent collaboration includes high profile leverage activity to market New Zealand in association with The Hobbit trilogy; joint advertising campaigns in Australia, Japan, China, North America and Europe, hosting more than 180 international media to New Zealand and activity to educate the trade on New Zealand including a recent familiarization for 140 travel agents from North America, the United Kingdom and Europe.

In the coming year, Air New Zealand will also introduce its new aircraft livery which features the iconic New Zealand Fern Mark, the use of which is managed by Tourism New Zealand and New Zealand Trade and Enterprise.

The new livery will be progressively rolled out across the Air New Zealand fleet from later this year.

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Canada to resettle refugees from Syria and Turkey Canada has made an initial commitment to resettle up to 1,300 Syrian refugees in 2013 and 2014. The commitment is the latest in a series of actions Canada has taken to provide assistance in the region.

In response to the UN Refugee Agency’s appeal for Canada to resettle a limited number of extremely vulnerable, urgent cases, Canada will resettle 200 extremely vulnerable Syrian refugees through the Government-Assisted Refugees Program in 2013 and 2014.

In addition, Canada has been working with Sponsorship Agreement Holders and has

Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announces Canada’s commitment to resettle up to 1,300 Syrian refugees.

committed to accepting up to 1,100 Syrian refugees in 2014 through the Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program. This number is over and above the current number of resettlement spaces available to Sponsorship

Agreement Holders.

Canada has also committed to resettling up to 5,000 refugees out of Turkey by 2018, mainly Iraqis and Iranians.

These efforts will ease the burden on the region, freeing up

resources for the current influx of Syrians seeking relief.

The Government of Canada is also expediting the processing of family class applications, to the extent possible, given the difficult circumstances.

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New museum planned for Boundary Bay Airport

The North American Museum of Flight Simulation will highlight the importance of flight simulators in the development of the aviation history. Photo: North American Museum of Flight

A new museum is being planned for Boundary Bay Airport in Delta. Boundary Bay Airport (CZBB) is located in Delta, B.C., approximately 20 minutes from YVR. The North American Museum of Flight Simulation, the second museum of its kind in the world, will feature the history of flight simulation and have a range of working simulators that people can experience.

The museum will also focus on introducing new generations to the aviation industry by offering educational programs for a wide range of groups.

The museum will display

working and static fight simulators, highlighting their scientific, technical and economic contributions to the world’s aviation industry.

The museum currently has two flight simulators in storage and the museum board is working on getting more equipment that will help tell the story of flight simulation.

A founding membership drive is in place, and all founding members will be recognized when the museum is opened in 2015.

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Russian fighter jets make a big comeback at Paris Air Show week of the show, which brought Airbus commitments from four customers and $21.4-billion worth of orders.

Meanwhile, Boeing announced a promise to buy 10 of its 787 jets from GECAS, the aircraft leasing arm of General Electric. Those would be worth more than $2.4-billion at list prices. GECAS is ordering the new version of the 787, dubbed the Dreamliner, the 787-10X. The organizers were delight to see a huge increase of Russian aircraft in attendance, adding to

The 50th International Paris Air Show, held June 17-23, 2013, was a great success according to organizers, with a record number of more than 2,000 exhibitors and confirmed orders for aircraft amounting to more than $150-billion.

The world’s two leading aircraft manufacturers battled for the lucrative long-haul aircraft market—Boeing with its 787 and 777 aircraft; Airbus with its new fuel-efficient A350s.

The A350 XWB completed it second test flight during the

Currently the world’s largest passenger plane, Airbus A380, with two decks and seating for 525 people.

Photo: Paris Air Show, Verrier Sunlight Image

the variety of flying displays of interest to trade visitors and the general public. Close to 180,000 visitors to the show were treated to daily flight demonstrations of the Russian Sukhoi Su 35, the Yak 130 military training aircraft and the Sukhoi Super Jet 100seat commercial airliner.

Established in 1909, Paris Air Show is held every odd year at Le Bourget Airport in north Paris and is considered one of the highest-ranked air shows in the world.

For the first time the Sukhoi SU-35 flew outside Russia.

Eight nations have ordered 174 Airbus A400Ms. Airbus Military is expected to deliver the first aircraft in the second quarter of 2013.

The Patrouille de France aerobatic team took to the skies during the Paris Air Show and dazzled the crowds. Photo: Paris Air Show, Gamma-Rapho.

SkyTalk Golf Tournament to recognize Burkeville Community Association Centre

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WARNING: Some language used in this article has been recorded from the floor of the House of Commons, Ottawa and will be found offensive to some readers. Reader discretion is advised.

In 1911, when French aviator Louis Blériot flew his monoplane across the channel from France to England, he did so without a passport.

Good Lord! voiced the leaders of the world, brandishing their rubber stamps, something will have to be done about this!

And in 1912, they convened a meeting in Geneva, which would become the first meeting of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). They didn’t call it by that name at the time, but that august body would soon become known by those now familiar initials.

Canadian politicians were not eager to attend that first meeting because railways, not aeroplanes, were on their minds. The-then PM, Sir Robert Borden, reluctantly sent a delegate to Geneva, who came home with quite a bit of Swiss cheese, along with the news that some crazies in Europe believed the airplane would be the next means of general transport and wanted an international body to be established to set the rules of the game. One of the

Sir Robert Borden, Canada’s 8th Prime Minister (1911 to 1920).

major propositions was that each country should establish a civil aviation department and remove aviation from the control of the military.

Canada promptly filed the accord into a bottom drawer and assigned all matters aviation to the military—the Department of National Defense (DND)—and promptly returned to laying railway tracks.

Twenty-three years later (1930), Prime Minister Mackenzie King announced to his caucus that at one of his regular séances, he had been informed by the spirit of his deceased mother that a United States airline company was planning to establish a domestic air service in Canada.

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civil aviation in Canada.

‘Get an American,’ said Prime Minister King. ‘Americans know what they are doing.’

A backbencher suggested they appoint James Richardson who had already created an airline in Canada—Canadian Airways. Richardson had amalgamated several small airlines across the country and had the makings of a comprehensive domestic air service.

‘Who’s he? asked King. A stocks and bonds salesman? Get a Yank!’

C.D. Howe, who had been born in the U.S.A., was suggested ‘C.D. who?’ asked King.

‘C.D. Howe,’ said the caucus.

And thus was born the Minister of Everything, who created Trans Canada Airlines (TCA) by an Act of Parliament— one that did not allow any competition with the new public airline.

CD Howe had all the

Pierre Elliott Trudeau, the 15th Prime Minister of Canada, who served from 1968-1979.

mail contracts held by James Richardson’s Canadian Airways cancelled and given to TCA, and hired all of Richardson’s, suddenly unemployed, pilots and engineers. Howe even purchased some of Richardson’s airplanes, a move that was deemed politically clever and expedient.

Canada then issued its first book of air regulations, which essentially established that pilots should ‘hang a right’ if they encountered another aircraft coming from the opposite direction. Two of its 12 pages were devoted to definitions, such as the use of the word “aerodyne,” which seems to have slipped from general usage and no longer appears in the Concise Oxford English Dictionary.

During World War II that book of air regulations was withdrawn until 1945, when it was republished still bearing the title Air Regulations 1938, and “aerodyne” flew once again.

Liberal Prime Minister Mackenzie King was in power so long that it seems he made all of the mistakes, but in 1957 along came John Diefenbaker, a Conservative, who would top them all.

Here are some sound bites from those years.

PM John Diefenbaker to Transport Minister George Hees: ‘Do you think they can impeach me for doing this? It was only an airplane. You say, impeachment only happens in the USA, Canadians don’t care, and impeachment always has to do with sexual misconduct—that’s good to hear, I haven’t been misconducting for years.

‘Bloody Avro Arrow! Maybe they will forget the 23,000 people I put on EI, and the bankruptcies and the brain drain to the U.S. Maybe someday they will forget the Arrow and name a grain elevator after me, or perhaps a ship—an ice breaker would be nice.’

Note from a 2008 press clipping: Conservative PM, Steven Harper, names new icebreaker, the John Diefenbaker.

Nothing of great significance happened after Diefenbaker scrapped the Arrow until Pierre Elliot Trudeau came along, adding the following sound bites to Canadian aviation history.

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Aviation History to ministers of transport Paul Hellyer, James Richardson, Don Jamieson, Jean Marchand—take your pick: ‘You want to what? What’s an AIM? An Aviation Information Manual to replace that old Air Regulations book—won’t that take years to create?

‘You say, it is something for pilots to read while flying, now that airplanes fly themselves, and you will make it so it fits into those square suitcases they carry, the ones with stickers all over them? Well, go ahead. It will keep you busy until retirement.

‘By the way, here’s a list of my best friends—they are all lawyers. Tell them, so sorry but they will have to go back chasing ambulances—they are all fired from the Canadian Transport Commission (CTC). We are deregulating aviation in Canada.

‘And, another thing, change that TCA name to Air Canada and it is no longer the Ministry of Transport—let’s go with TC instead—it washes in Quebec— and by the way, pick me a rose on your way out. I want to do a pirouette with it in my teeth.’

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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will soon have the best view of Canada—from the air!

The Airport Authority is creating a shared photo gallery of images collected from across Canada taken in-flight—an interesting way to dress up its facilities and tell the visual story

of our expansive and incredible country from high above.

These images will live on the temporary walls of the Domestic Terminal’s A and B Piers, currently undergoing renovation to add gates, expand seating areas and improve passenger amenities.

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will also live online at yvr.ca/ YVRCanada.

Participating in the Canada from the Air photo gallery is easy. Next time you are travelling to or from a Canadian destination

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Then share it via Twitter or email so it can be posted online and shared on the Domestic Terminal’s live gallery walls.

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More shopping options for U.S. travellers Travellers headed to the U.S. from YVR are now able to purchase goods of up to $200 in the airport’s after-security area before their flight, thanks to a new agreement between Vancouver Airport Authority and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP).

The new agreement increases the maximum value of each individual retail item sold in the airport’s U.S. postsecurity departures area from $100 to $200.

By the end of 2013, the purchase limit per item will reach $400, making it possible for retailers to stock higher-value merchandise,

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Air China will increase the number of scheduled flights operated from Vancouver to Beijing, China from 7 to 11 flights per week.

The new flights are scheduled to begin on May 17, 2013.

The new flight, CA 998 will depart Vancouver on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays at 10am, arriving into Beijing Capital Airport at 12:25pm, the following day.

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Signing the U.S.-Canada shopping agreement are representatives from USCBP, Vancouver Airport Authority and business partners. Clockwise from top left, Officer Gonzalez, USCBP; Officer Zumpano, USCBP; Jim Boyle, general manager, Hudson Group; Mikel Walker, general manager, HMSHost; Kristen Neal, manager, Absolute Spa; Susan Steine, director of commercial services, Airport Authority; and Freda Cheung, CEO, Canada, World Duty Free.

such as cameras and tablets, for purchase by U.S.-bound travellers.

More than 10 years in the making, the Airport Authority championed the purchase

increase, working closely with USCBP and retail operators.

“We are always working to match our retail and service options to our customers’ needs,” said Susan Stiene, director of commercial services for the Airport Authority.

“We are proud of our partnership with USCBP and our business partners to develop this program and believe passengers will truly benefit from it.”

After successful implementation at YVR, this new agreement will roll out in other Canadian airports with U.S. preclearance.

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Air China lounge (next to the bamboo, top left) at Terminal 3 of Beijing Capital International Airport, the airline’s main hub.

the ongoing encouragement received from B.C.’s provincial government, the Airport Authority and other tourism stakeholders

across Canada helped to cement the decision to expand Air China’s Vancouver-Beijing flights.

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Both are single-seat, twin-engine supermaneuverable multirole fighters, designed by Russian aircraft manufacturer Sukhoi.

The first Su-35 prototype, converted from a Su-27, made its maiden flight in June 1988.

The latest version of Russia’s Sukhoi-35 fighter jet wowed crowds with gravity-defying demonstrations at this year’s Paris Air Show, held June 17-23, as the aircraft made its first appearance outside Russia.

ACROSS 1 French abbot 5 A nobleman 10 Girdle 14 Not fake 15 Wing-shaped 16 Sword 17 Hyenas 19 Capital of “Italia” 20 Backside 21 A slender woodwind instrument 22 Dusky 24 Speak to God 25 A thin deep-water tropical 20 foot long fish 26 Accumulate on the surface 29 Most qualified 30 Fatigue 31 A line of railway cars 32 Writing or printing fluid 35 A single time 36 Scottish for “Child” 37 Symbol 38 A caustic solution 39 Destroyed or broken 40 Muse of lyric poetry 41 Washes without soap 43 Beaten egg mixture 44 Unhappiness 46 Mineral-bearing rocks 47 Soil turned over 48 Natural outer covering 49 Third person singular female 52 Car 53 Duplicated 56 Eastern European people 57 Bearded reddish sheep of southern Asia 58 A tailless stout-bodied amphibian 59 Not female 60 Large imposing house 61 Amiss.

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A Semitic people

28 Priestly

Boyfriend or lover

29 Sea catfishes

3 Yeast 4

Antiquity (archaic)

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A mixture of metals

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31 Magnetic recordings 33 Short letter or memo

Monkey-bread tree

34 Nautical mile

36 Large musical drum (2 words)

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Mineral-bearing rock

An antifungal medicine

10 Slight projections on a printed letter 11 Politically neutral

37 Angers

39 Leg joint

40 Make corrections to text 42 Woven into a design

43 An American songbird

12 Tractor trailers

44 Involuntary contraction

18 Anxiety

46 Gumbos

45 Tuft of small stiff feathers

13 Uncultivated land 23 Type of small active brown bird 24 A small opening

48 Rotate 49 Barge

50 Listen

25 Style of abstract art

26 Absent Without Leave 27 Refuse

51 Ripple or current

54 Earned Run Average 55 Sand lizard.

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