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Japan Airlines begins Dreamliner service on Tokyo-Vancouver route

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Travel Talk: (Left to right) Craig Richmond, president and CEO Vancouver Airport Authority; Seiji Okada, consul general of Japan in Vancouver; the Honourable Naomi Yamamoto, Minister of State for Tourism and Small Business; and Takayuki Kobayashi, vice president of Canada, Japan Airlines cut the ribbon to welcome JAL’s inaugural Dreamliner service to YVR.

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One of the 787’s unique design points is the extent to which composite materials are used in its airframe—it is the first large passenger aircraft for which the fuselage is entirely composite.

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) welcomed the future of air travel with the touchdown of Japan Airlines’ (JAL) Boeing 787 on February 3, 2014—the first Dreamliner to land in British Columbia as part of a regularly scheduled service.

JAL’s inaugural flight from Tokyo’s Narita Airport (NRT) brought to B.C. 186 passengers, who enjoyed the state-of-the art amenities including spacious

surroundings, mood lighting, extra-large windows equipped with an electronic dimming system, and lower air pressure to reduce fatigue and jet lag.

“The Dreamliner is truly a game-changing aircraft, not only for its incredible passenger experience but also for the increased efficiencies it offers to airlines,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “We’re thrilled to cel-

ebrate the exciting arrival of this revolutionary aircraft alongside our long-time business partner, Japan Airlines.”

The Dreamliner is touted as the most fuel-efficient aircraft in the world and the first to use primarily composite materials in the construction of its airframe.

“Japan Airlines is pleased to be the first airline to introduce the Dreamliner to the Vancouver See DREAMLINER page 3

The Dreamliner flight deck features LCD multi-function displays, all of which use an industry standard GUI widget toolkit and include two head-up displays (HUDs) as a standard feature. Like other Boeing airliners, the 787 uses a yoke (control column) instead of a side-stick controller.

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Luxury Outlet Centre Main Entrance—artist’s rendering of the main entrance of McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Centre Airport Vancouver. The centre will offer 35,000 square metres of luxury, designer and lifestyle retail on the northeast corner of Sea Island near the Templeton Canada Line station.

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British Columbia’s first luxury designer outlet centre is set to open in the spring of 2015, with construction now underway at the 30-acre site on YVR land.

McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport—a partnership between Vancouver Airport Authority and McArthurGlen Group, Europe’s leading owner, developer and manager of designer outlets— will offer 35,000 square metres of luxury, designer and lifestyle retail on the northeast corner of Sea Island near the Templeton Canada Line station.

“This project reinforces our role in the economic develop-

ment of the region,” said Tony Gugliotta, senior vice president, marketing and business development, Vancouver Airport Authority. “Not only will it increase the region’s destination appeal for travellers and create approximately 1,000 jobs, but it will also offer the airport an alternative revenue source that will allow us to continue building YVR as a premier global gateway which, in turn, will create even more jobs.”

The designer outlet centre, which will also help keep local dollars in the local economy, will be developed in two phases: the first phase will offer 22,500 See LUXURY OUTLET page 3

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A record year at YVR, with another en route

Aerial photo of Haneda Airport, one of the two primary airports that serve Japan’s Greater Tokyo area.

The final numbers are in for 2013 and they show a record year for passenger travel at YVR. Canada’s second-largest airport, YVR, welcomed 17.97-million passengers last year, 2.1 per cent more than in 2012.

For those inclined to round up, that’s practically 18 million, but not quite. In fact, that’s one very busy day away from 18 million since it is not uncommon to see 30,000 inbound and 30,000 outbound passengers on a peak day in August or December.

There are also a couple of sub-stories in that 17.97-million number.

YVR saw record domestic passenger numbers, thanks to more regional service on WestJet Encore and Air Canada.

In addition, a record numbers of passengers travelling to the Asia Pacific region were processed with growth to Mainland China up 19.8 per cent alone.

YVR continues to be in growth mode, which is as exciting for the airport’s employees as it is for the travellers who helped the airport achieve this milestone.

New routes, services and aircraft that will be seen throughout 2014 include: • The first arrival of a Boeing 787 Dreamliner on February 3, operated by Japan Airlines • More Dreamliners operated by other airlines in the next few months • Launch of daily service to Tokyo’s Haneda airport, operated by All Nippon Airways • Lufthansa to run its very popular Munich route for the entire summer, beginning March 30 • Inaugural twice-weekly YVR-Reykjavik service

by Icelandair, starting May 13/14 • United Airlines to operate daily service to Washington, D.C. throughout the summer • EVA Air adding an additional weekly flight to Taipei, Taiwan • Air Canada rouge—the carrier’s value service—expected to operate flights to popular U.S. destinations beginning this summer.

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square metres of retail space, including the most sought-after North American and European luxury brands, as well as restaurants and cafes, with 12,500 square metres added once all phases are open.

“McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Centre Vancouver Airport will offer a highly distinctive, luxury-oriented retail destination in Vancouver,” said Joan Jove, McArthurGlen’s development director for North America. “We are already seeing strong inter-

est from leading European and North American fashion brands.

Vancouver offers an excellent location, economic strength, tourism potential, as well as a strong partnership with Vancouver Airport Authority—all elements that guarantee success when opening a premium retail centre.”

The company’s Designer Outlets Centre in Europe are known for brands such as Prada, Armani, Burberry, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Ralph Lauren, Salvatore Ferragamo, Ermenegildo Zegna

and Michael Kors.

McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport will feature two luxury piazzas, and is designed as an open-air village, with pedestrian-friendly walkways and tree-lined streets.

Design elements are inspired by iconic Vancouver architecture, including the city’s first post-office building, c. 1937 (now part of the Sinclair Centre complex), the Vancouver Rowing Club, c.1911, and the distinctive brick facades associated with historic Gastown.

Raptors used to Community patrol YVR’s runways Thanks to its coastal location and flat terrain, Sea Island is an ideal spot for an airport.

It is also an ideal spot for bird species, including flocks of migratory birds that regularly stop over.

The proximity of feathered birds to metal birds poses a serious risk to aviation safety. To combat potential bird strikes, Vancouver Airport Authority’s wildlife program consists of several components including monitoring, habitat management and movement of birds.

Three new feathered friends recently joined the wildlife management team at YVR. Hercules, Goliath and Dash, three trained raptors, will play a very important part in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of aircraft and passengers to and from the airport.

Bird species that pose a significant risk to aviation safety include flocking shorebirds like dunlin, as well as geese. A bird strike involving a flock of geese led to the emergency landing of US Airways 1549 on the

The Airside Operations Building (AOB) construction team signs the last beam on the main building structure before its final placement.

Expected to open late 2014, the AOB will offer a new state-of-theart central facility for the Airside Operations Team to work in.

YVR receives Bike Friendly Business Award

Dash is one of three new raptors that will be used to deter wild and flocking birds from gathering on or near YVR’s airfield.

Hudson River five years ago.

Since 2012, YVR’s wildlife management team has been employing trained falcons, hawks and, most recently, Hercules, a juvenile bald eagle, to deter wild and flocking birds from gathering on or near YVR’s airfield.

To ensure that trained raptors are used as effectively as possible, YVR has teamed up with Pacific Northwest Raptors, whose professional falconers “fly” the trained rap-

Dreamliner market,” said Takayuki Kobayashi, vice president of Canada, Japan Airlines. “Our 787s are configured with 144 economy and 42 business-class seats, which we believe will well serve the growing business traffic between British Columbia and Japan.”

JAL will introduce the B787-8 series on its daily

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YVR-NRT route using a phased approach, beginning with one weekly flight on Mondays and extending to daily flights by March 2014.

“By bringing the Dreamliner to YVR, Japan Airlines reinforces the importance of the Tokyo to Vancouver route as a key connector for business, trade and

tors. Teams patrol the airfield, and release the raptors, which effectively scare away ducks, pigeons and other unwelcome fowl.

When not being flown on the airfield, Hercules and his associates make their home in a speciallydesigned mews, or cage. These carnivorous birds form attachments with their handlers and can be quite vocal, especially during a well-deserved meal of raw quail or pheasant.

tourism travellers,” said The Honourable Naomi Yamamoto, Minister of State for Tourism and Small Business. “Creating opportunities for fast, convenient travel between these two cities can also increase the flow of trade and investment, leading to more economic and tourism activity for British Columbia.”

YVR was recently recognized for our outstanding commitment to commuter cycling at HUB’s first annual Bike Friendly Business Awards ceremony and reception.

HUB (formerly the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition) is a charitable organization, established in 1998 to address cycling issues in Metro Vancouver.

As a community-based organization, YVR has proudly supported and participated in Bike to Work week since 2009.

In 2011, Vancouver Airport Authority completed bike route enhancements along Inglis Drive and the south end of Templeton Street and added a connection from the off-road path at the Arthur Laing Bridge to the Templeton Canada Line Station.

Just last fall, the recently

2014 is the Year of the Dreamliner at YVR, which will welcome more Boeing 787 aircraft as other airlines take delivery of the new aircraft and plan routes and service schedules for the balance of 2014.

Visit yvr.ca or Twitter at @ yvrairport for details on upcoming inaugural celebrations, contests and displays.

Anne Murray, cycling enthusiast and vice president community and environmental affairs, Vancouver Airport Authority, accepted the HUB Business Award on behalf of YVR for outstanding commitment to commuter cycling.

opened Larry Berg Flight Path Park unveiled a brand new commuter station featuring a bike pump and a repair station for cycling enthusiasts to enjoy.

YVR’s Green Commuter Program has provided incentives for airport employees to cycle, walk, transit, or even rideshare to work and also added seven kilometres to the cycling network on Sea Island.

These upgrades have helped make Sea Island a cycling destination for everyone.

For more information about cycling and biking around Sea Island, visit yvr.ca.

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Celebrating the start of the Lunar New Year

A traditional lion dance ushers in good luck to the Year of the Horse as part of Chinese New Year celebrations at YVR.

January 31, 2014 marked the start of the Lunar New Year and festivities throughout YVR welcomed the Year of the Horse.

Following a traditional wel-

come ceremony, YVR’s Lunar New Year celebrations kicked off with a Lion Dance in front of the Haida Gawaii, Spirit of the Jade Canoe sculpture. To the delight

of spectators, the lions danced from the International to the Domestic terminals to the beat of drums, gongs and cymbals, visiting some of YVR’s shops

and restaurants.

The Lion Dance is an important Chinese cultural tradition that is used to scare evil spirits and open the door for all

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good things—health, happiness, wealth and prosperity in the year ahead.

The Chinese lunar calendar is based on solar and lunar cycles, with each New Year falling on a different day of the Western solar calendar.

The Chinese Lunar New Year runs in cycles of 12, with each year in the cycle representing a different animal. Horse years are seventh in the rotation. In its entirety, and in order, the rotating cycle of animals are rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig, with each animal corresponding to a zodiac sign.

People born during horse years—1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002 and 2014— are said to be clever, kind to others, popular among friends, active and brimming with self confidence.

Famous people born in the Year of the Horse include Oprah Winfrey, Warren Buffet, Paul McCartney, Halley Berry, Genghis Khan, Neil Armstrong, Sean Connery, Denzel Washington and Rembrandt.

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In Chinese tradition, the number 8 is considered lucky because it sounds similar to the word that

means “prosper” or “wealthy”.

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Production of Bombardier Q400 aircraft to launch in Russia in 2015

Designed for short-haul routes, the Bombardier Q400 NextGen aircraft is a fuel-efficient turboprop.

The serial production of Canadian manufacturer Bombardier’s Q400 aircraft will be launched in Russia in 2015.

The decision by Bombardier and Russian purchaser, Russian Technologies State Corporation (Rostec) to launch the production in Russia was made as a result of the increased cost—30 per cent—the aircraft would

assume as a result of import taxes.

According to Alexei Fedorov, managing director of Rostec, representatives of Bombardier will be responsible for quality control and certification of the aircraft in accordance with Canadian specifications.

The planned output of

Bombardier’s Russian plant is 24 aircraft per year.

It is estimated that the number of Bombardier aircraft operated in Russia will reach 250-270 by 2030.

Yakutia, in northern Russia, will be the first region of Russia to operate Bombardier Q400, with seven of the aircraft planned for Yakut carriers.

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With the addition of these new properties to Groupon Getaways’ already popular up-to-60-per cent-off Flash Deals, travellers can now find a hotel through Groupon for every major travel destination.

Additionally, anyone who makes a reservation at one of the approximately 20,000 new properties receives 5 per cent back in the form of Groupon Bucks to use toward a future Groupon purchase.

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By the pharmacists at Pharmasave

(Left to right) David Nimi, pharmacist; Faizah Muniff, technician; and Richard Wilson, pharmacist; are located at Pharmasave in the Domestic Terminal, Level 1.

How to help your body beat stress

Stress can result from major events, both negative and positive: marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, a death in the family, or job changes. The human body is naturally equipped to deal with a certain amount of stress, but if stress increases and the body’s reserves are low, stress can have a bigger impact.

The human body goes through three main stages when dealing with a stressful event.

Initially, energy will be mobilized through the release of adrenaline and an increased heart and breathing rate. If the body remains in this first stage, it will begin to consume energy stores by releasing sugars and fats. At this stage, the body may feel more driven, but it will also begin to feel pressured, tired and in a state of anxiety. If the stress is still not resolved, the body will eventually require more energy than it can provide. This can lead to sleeplessness, mood changes, psychiatric disorders or heart disease.

Building up the body’s defences is a long-term plan for reducing stress. It will also improve overall health and provide more energy.

Prepare your body to deal with stress Make sure you are getting enough sleep. Most people need seven to eight hours per night. If possible, get extra sleep before and during periods of increased stress.

Eat a balanced, nutritious diet. Good nutrition can improve your ability to handle stress by keeping your immune system strong.

Avoid using caffeine, cigarettes, or alcohol as a way of dealing with stress.

It’s easy to relax when the body is not stressed, but it takes a special effort to learn how to relax in a stressful situation.

There is no right way to relax that works for everyone. Most people use a combination of methods, and find that different situations call for different ways of relaxing. You may need to try several techniques before finding the one that works best for you.

Ways to help reduce stress Relaxation exercises: deep breathing, meditation, stretching, tai chi, or yoga.

Regular physical activity: at least 150 minutes each week with moderate- to vigorous-intensity aerobic activity (e.g., brisk walking, jogging, tennis, bicycling, or swimming). Each session should be at least 10 minutes long—the more activity, the more health benefits achieved.

Take part in a favourite hobby, such as gardening, dancing, reading, or listening to music.

More than just stress There are many things that can be done to reduce stress and improve overall health. However, some of the symptoms of stress

are very similar to those of depression. Depression is a common disorder that is related to a chemical imbalance in the brain.

Fortunately, depression can be treated safely and effectively. It’s important to recognize the signs so that you can get treatment.

Signs of depression • feeling “sad” or “blue” • losing interest or pleasure in things you used to enjoy • sleeping too much or too little • having less energy • “slowing down” of mental or physical activity • gaining or losing weight • experiencing changes in your appetite • feeling anxious or agitated • having trouble concentrating, being indecisive, or having memory loss • feeling guilty or worthless • having thoughts of death or

suicide While some signs of depression are similar to those that occur with stress, having some of these signs does not necessarily mean that one has depression.

Still, if some of these symptoms are present, a health care professional should be consulted.

Effectively treating depression can help reduce stress.

Stress and illness Stress is a health problem in itself, but it can also lead to other physical and emotional complications. Stress can indirectly cause other health problems by affecting behaviour.

Signs that the body may be under stress • unhealthy nutrition - skipping meals, or overeating, or eating too much of the wrong foods, such as sugary and fatty foods • dependence on other substances – abusing alcohol, smoking, use of medications or street drugs to deal with stress • moody behaviour - irritability, sadness, feelings of guilty, behaving in ways that endanger physical well-being— from getting into arguments to ignoring traffic lights • sleep disturbances - not getting enough sleep, and lack of sleep reduces the effectiveness of the immune system and further affects judgment • physical inactivity - not be motivated to get enough exercise Stress directly affects emotional and physical health. Be aware of what causes stress. Watch for the physical signs of stress and learn

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Stress-busting tips Take control of stress with the following tips.

Simplify • Set priorities.

• Make decisions right away instead of putting them off.

• Identify things that cause you the most stress. Then, look for ways to get around them.

• Concentrate on doing one thing at a time. Once you have finished a task, take a moment to let yourself feel good about getting it done.

• If you are running late, or feeling overwhelmed, cancel or reschedule your appointments.

• Learn to say “No.” Get support • Don’t try to do everything

yourself. Ask friends and family members to help with some of your responsibilities.

• Talk about your feelings with

family and friends. Make sure you take time for social

activities and exercise.

Plan ahead

• Plan ahead to minimize or avoid predictable sources of stress. For example, if you

find the morning rush stressful, get up 15 minutes ear-

lier so that you don’t feel so rushed.

• Schedule breaks throughout the day. This will give you

a chance to rest and also prevent the stress that comes from getting behind schedule.

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Event Prince George, BC Event includes a networking reception, airports workshop, lunch with guest speaker, meetings and tours. More details will be provided closer to the date. Visit bcaviationcouncil.org.

March 11-13, 2014 Flight Instructor Refresher Course – Aeroplane Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Langley, BC For more information, visit navpath. com/flight-instructor-refresher-course

March 31-April 2, 2014 10th Annual CHC Safety & Quality Summit (10th Anniversary) Safety & Quality in the Real World: Turning Theory into Best Practice.

The Westin Bayshore Hotel & Resort, 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver, BC Speakers include Bill Amelio, CHC Helicopter; Dr. Scott A. Shappell, HFACS, Inc., co-developer of the Human Factors Analysis and Classification System; Dr. Disney Dekker, professor, Safety Science Innovation Lab, Griffith University and honourary professor, School of Psychology, University of Queensland; Tony Kern, Convergent Performance. Canadian Astronaut Chris Hadfield will be the special guest speaker for the 2014 Summit Gala dinner. For more information, visit chcsafetyqualitysummit.com.

International Airshow Abbotsford Airport, 30440 Liberator Avenue, Abbotsford, BC The Abbotsford International Airshow is an aviation festival that has grown well beyond its borders over the past five decades. With a role from very early on as a significant stop on the Airshow Circuit, Abbotsford has distinguished itself as an event that is focused on aviation excellence, aerospace advancement and community participation. For more information, visit abbotsfordairshow. com.

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November 18-19, 2014 AIAC 2014 Canadian Aerospace Summit Ottawa Convention Centre, 55 Colonel By Dr., Ottawa, ON

Meet leading aerospace industry decision-makers and gain firsthand intelligence on key business opportunities. For more information, visit aiac.ca.

Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority.

On February 18, 2014, the Aviation Leadership Foundation will present its 7th annual Aviation Leadership Forum at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.

Leading Change Management: From the Ground Up is the theme of this year’s forum, recognizing that change affects the heart of every organization—from the executive level to front line employees. Whether mission-critical or focused on efficiency—change affects teams and business culture.

Businesses need to constantly adapt in order to thrive and the 2014 Aviation Leadership Forum will present experienced leaders

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who have learned to effectively manage change.

In addition to being inspired and informed, attendees can utilize the forum’s unique ‘backchat’ format to apply what they learn to their own teams and businesses.

Featured speakers for this year’s forum are: • Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority • Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia, president Absolute Spa Group and executive VP Century Hotel • Dr. Jan Davies, MSc, MD, FRCPC

• Dave Elder, airline captain • Kim Nousek, human factors specialist • Major Anna O’Brien, Commanding Officer of 21 Health Services, Comox • Jeneece Edroff, OBC, youngest recipient of the Order of British Columbia.

The Aviation Leadership Foundation holds to the belief that there is a leader in every chair—a concept that builds community and works to inspire the creation of positive change and enhance safety culture.

For more information, or to register, visit aviationleadership. com.

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APEX/CEA tackles new policies on in-flight consumer electronics Rarely is the topic of portable devices on planes the focus of as much public attention as right now—making front-page national news and changing the way we look at our portable electronic and smartphone capabilities and the passenger experience overall.

The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX), in conjunction with the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), is illuminating trends in passenger thinking, while closely examining public policy.

Last month, air travel enthusiasts, eager for more information on how new regulations are shaping the industry, participated in a joint APEX/CEA session at the International CES January 2014 in Las Vegas.

The joint session follows a collaborative effort between APEX and CEA to gauge public sentiment on portable electronic devices (PEDs) in-flight. The joint survey was presented to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) PED Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) leading up to the FAA’s announcement that properly tested aircraft may allow PED use below the previ-

ous 3,000-metre threshold and during all phases of flight.

“Once the FAA made its determination, airlines moved quickly,” said Michael Childers, APEX board member and a representative on the FAA ARC. “Within six weeks of the FAA announcement [on October 31, 2013] of new guidance, more than 60 per cent of U.S. airlines, representing 86 per cent of the U.S. large carrier fleet, and carrying 95 percent of U.S. passengers, had determined that their aircraft are PED tolerant through testing approved by the FAA. International airlines like British Airways and Lufthansa are following suit. Now that a solid majority of U.S. airlines have implemented PED-friendly policies, we’re really able to explore what this means for the passenger experience.”

The panel discussed ongoing issues that have resulted from the FAA decision. For example, the expanded use of PEDs has raised concerns about how they are secured during takeoff and landing, even if they do not have to be turned off. APEX representatives were among the PED ARC members who expressed

The increasing number of passengers who use iPads and other tablets onboard the aircraft has led to some innovative design solutions. Qantas, for instance, has had special iPad holders built into the seatback of its refurbished 767s, meaning passengers can watch their device hands-free. Photo: courtesy Future Travel Experience.

concerns on this issue.

During the panel discussion, the FAA acknowledged that it is still monitoring PED stowage policy, and airlines on the panel said that stowage policies are still being discussed in an effort to harmonize them.

In addition to looking at new regulations, the panel delved into the subject of potential policy changes related to in-flight phone calls, a topic that has the close attention of the travelling public and airlines alike.

For example, the panel revealed that in-flight device usage is broken down to 60 per cent email use, 30 per cent tex-

ting and 10 per cent voice calls.

Panelists also covered ways in which airlines have responded to the changing regulations and trends in securing WiFi on U.S. aircraft.

In Canada, passengers are only allowed to use portable electronic devices during what is called non-critical phases of flight—such as the cruising portion of a flight—and only during the taxi-in phase toward the airport gate.

Transport Canada has said it is carefully reviewing and assessing the results of the FAA’s study to determine “an appropriate way forward for Canada.”

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BC Aviation Council takes its Airports Workshop to the North Oil and gas companies have done it. Mining companies have done it. BC Hydro’s done it.

Now the BC Aviation Council is doing it.

The association that represents aviation and aerospace in British Columbia is focusing on the North by hosting its annual Airports Workshop in Prince George on February 26 and 27. Economic development and the role played by the region’s airports will be front and centre as industry leaders gather to discuss how aviation infrastructure keeps pace with rapid growth in this booming part of the country.

“Traditionally, we’ve held our airport forums in the southern part of the province—primarily in Metro Vancouver,” said Mark Duncan, chair of the BCAC. “But lately, we’ve seen exceptional passenger growth and new carriers and businesses at our northern airports as they

scale up to meet the demands of energy companies and resource developers. Earlier this year, WestJet Encore chose this booming part of the world to launch its Encore product with service to Fort St. John, which highlights the importance of airports and airlines in supporting economic growth.”

Scott Clements, CEO of Fort McMurray International Airport, will be a keynote luncheon speaker describing techniques he has used to meet 30 per cent year-over-year growth and sharing solutions with Northern B.C. Airports. Topics for discussion will include airport safety and security, new airport regulations, legal solutions, economic impact and funding models for key infrastructure expansion.

For more information on accommodation, flight discounts and the workshop agenda, visit the BC Aviation Council’s website at bcaviationcouncil.org.

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English capital breaks record for tourist visits

Victoria and Albert Museum—in 2000, an 11-metre high, blown glass chandelier by Seattle artist Dale Chihuly was installed as a focal point in its main entrance rotunda.

Hosting the 2012 Summer Olympics has given London a massive boost on the world stage, with huge numbers of international visitors flocking to the city.

Figures released last month by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that a record 4.9-million people visited the city between July-September 2013.

For the first nine months of 2013 London welcomed nearly 12.8-million visitors, a 12 per cent increase compared to 2012.

It is estimated that the final figures for 2013 will show the city welcomed more than 16-million overseas visitors in a year for the first time in history.

Visits from North America (800,000) were up 12.2 per cent in the third quarter of 2013, generating receipts of more than

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As London celebrates the record numbers of international tourists coming to the capital, the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson; actress Joanna Lumley; model and actress Twiggy; Michelinstar chef Gordon Ramsay; and two of the world’s most famous ballet dancers have been included in a new video marketing campaign to talk about what makes their city the greatest place on earth to visit.

Mayor of London Boris Johnson revealed there’s nothing better he likes doing than cycling to Hackney, east London, and then on to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, admiring how London has more parks and green space than any other city in the world.

Chef, TV personality and restaurateur, Gordon Ramsay says the vibe, coolness and great restaurants in the city are second to nowhere else in the world.

“Whenever we are returning from a long trip, the first thing we do is go out for a great curry on Brick Lane which is phenomenal,” said Ramsay. “I’ve been to India, but I find curries in Brick Lane better—you can’t beat a good London curry. Shall I let you in to the ultimate London secret? The best place for the ultimate fry-up is the 24-hour cafe on Fulham Road called Vingt-Quatre.”

Actress and human rights campaigner Joanna Lumley fell in love with London in the 1960s and adores hearing the chimes of Big Ben from her home in Stockwell, south London.

Travel Talk She currently stars in Martin Scorsese’s blockbuster film The Wolf of Wall Street. Lumley says her hidden gem is Holland Park: “It’s got parterres [formal gardens], winding paths, statues, a little opera house, a beautiful restaurant and an orangery [along with] duck ponds and peacocks which roost in the trees.”

Actress and model Twiggy, who became the most famous face on the planet in the 1960s, says London is in her genes and that she loves visiting the Victoria and Albert Museum. Known for her fashion design sense, Twiggy reveals her passion for shopping in London. “Another great thing about London is shopping! What girl doesn’t love shopping, and London is the best!”

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Canadian Government announces Canada’s plan for future in space Building on the success of astronaut Chris Hadfield, who became the first ever Canadian to take command of the International Space Station (ISS), the Canadian Government has unveiled a framework designed to serve as a guide for Canada’s strategic activities and future in space.

The framework, which also aims to provide inspiration for a future generation of Canadians interested in space, is based on five principles for the future: 1. Canada First: sovereignty, security and prosperity will be at the heart of Canada’s activities in space.

2. Using space to strengthen the economy: by supporting Canada’s space industry through cutting-edge technologies that promote jobs and growth to the market.

3. Working together globally: by partnering with other countries on major space projects like Canada’s continued commitment to the ISS 4. Promoting Canadian innovation: by investing in proven Canadian strengths, like robotics in the Canadarm2 and optics in the development of the James Webb Space Telescope, the next-generation space observatory and the most powerful space telescope ever built.

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Industry Minister James Moore has announced Canada’s continued support in the international James Webb Telescope project, stating Canada’s continued participation will benefit industry, the academic community, and all Canadians.

The telescope will study every phase in the history of our Universe, ranging from the first luminous glows after the Big Bang, to the formation of solar systems capable of supporting life on planets like Earth, to the evolution of our own Solar System including contributions from 15 nations, it is estimated to be completed by 2018 at a cost of $8-billion.

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Fun facts about the Winter Olympics Test your knowledge about the Winter Olympics and learn some fun facts to impress your friends and family.

Is this the first time Russia is hosting the Winter Games?

The 2014 Sochi Olympic Winter Games will be the first time that the Russian Federation has hosted the Winter Games.

The Soviet Union hosted the 1980 Summer Games in Moscow.

Who are the mascots for the 2014 Winter Olympic Games?

The Hare, the Polar Bear, and the Leopard have been chosen as the official mascots of the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games. The decision was made by the Russian public following a live television show. The leopard received 28 per cent of the votes, while the polar bear won 18 per cent, and the hare 16 per cent. A Ray of Light and a Snowflake were selected by a jury of Paralympians to be the mascots of the Paralympic Games.

We all know that the fourth place finisher does not get a medal. What do fourth place finishers at the Olympics receive?

The first eight athletes in each event receive a diploma from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The first three finishers receive both a medal and a diploma.

When and where were the first Winter Olympic Games held?

Front and back sides of the 2014 Sochi Winter Games gold medal.

The Winter Olympics were first held in 1924 in Chamonix, France. The modern Summer Olympics began in Athens in 1896.

Approximately how many medals have been made for the Sochi Olympic Games?

The IOC website states that approximately 1,300 medals have been made and they feature the official name of the Games engraved in Russian, English and French on the rim.

The Olympic motto is Citius, Altius, Fortius. What does that mean?

It means Faster, Higher, Stronger. Pierre de Coubertin, considered the father of the modern Olympic Games, proposed it in 1894 after hearing the words said by Dominican priest Henri Didon years earlier.

What winter sport made its Olympic debut at the Summer Games?

Ice hockey made its Olympic

debut at the 1920 Summer Olympics in Antwerp, Belgium.

The first Winter Olympics didn’t take place until 1924.

Which country has won the most gold medals at the Winter Games since they began?

Norway leads the international pack with a total of 313 medals through the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.

How many medals did Canada win at the 2010 Winter Games?

Canada was third overall with a total of 26 medals won at the 2010 Winter Games. Canada won the most gold medals with a record 14, raising the stakes for Sochi.

Where will the next Winter Games take place?

In 2018, the Winter Games will be held in Pyeongchang, South Korea. The next Summer Olympics will take place in Rio de Janiero, Brazil in 2016.

It’s game on for athletes in Sochi From February 7-23, 2014, get out your red, white and cheer gear from the 2010 Winter Olympics and celebrate the 2014 Sochi Winter Games.

The Winter Olympics in Russia provides a wonderful opportunity to cheer on our athletes and remember all the excitement that surrounded Vancouver and YVR in 2010, when for 27 extraordinary days Vancouver and Whistler welcomed the world to a celebration of sport, arts and community with passion and energy as co-hosts for the 2010 Winter Games.

At YVR, in addition to processing 39,000 people through the terminals on March 1, 2010—the busiest day in its history—there were a number of unusual aircraft and airline visitors arriving and departing during the 2010 Winter Games.

In addition to Aeroflot, Smart Wings, Finnair and a Czech Republic charter, there was also a number of heads of state and official government aircraft including

The crowd in the International Terminal Building food court at YVR reacted with jubilation as they watched Sidney Crosby score the Gold Medal-winning goal at the 2010 Winter Olympics.

Air Force 2, Royal Netherlands Air Force, Czech Republic Air Force and the State of Kuwait aircraft to be seen at YVR during the 2010 Winter Games.

Four years later, Canadians are ready to celebrate their passion for the Winter Games again, as Canada enters 2014 as the defending “Gold Medal” Olympic nation. In 2010, Canadian athletes won 26 medals: 14 gold, seven silver, five bronze.

Of the 221 athletes who make up the Canadian Olympic Team at Sochi, there are 41 athletes with a connection to British

Columbia competing in 14 different sports. Of those, 30 were born in B.C., while the other 11 moved here to train and have received substantial support through B.C.’s sport sector.

To celebrate the Sochi Winter Games festivities and honour one of the most magical times in Vancouver and the airport’s history, YVR will be taking a look back at many memorable moments while the Olympics and Paralympics are being staged.

Stay tuned to YVR’s blog and social media channels for photos and memories from Vancouver 2010.

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A made-at-YVR innovation created during the 2010 Olympic Winter Games has left a lasting legacy both locally and internationally.

The Richmond company responsible for fabricating custom baggage carts to handle skis and other oversized equipment at YVR during the 2010 Games was commissioned to replicate the carts for use during the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi.

Newconcept Industries Ltd. shipped 22 of the oversized carts—dubbed ‘Sky Carts’ by

Sochi officials—in March 2011 to the Sochi International Airport.

The idea for the Sky Carts occurred to Matthew Levesque, a maintenance manager at YVR, when he witnessed skiers struggling with airport luggage carts as they were not designed for ski/ snowboard and equipment bags.

Without a suitable cart offered in the marketplace, Levesque took the lead on creating one and engaged Richmond-based Newconcept Industries to assist.

The result? A heavy checker plate base that sits on six casters and has a variety of attach-

ments designed to securely hold items including skis and snowboards, in addition to luggage and boxes. YVR utilized 160 of the carts during the 2010 Games to move athletes quickly and efficiently throughout the terminals and continues to do so in its day-today operations.

The Sochi deal was the first international transaction for Newconcept Industries, a fullservice, 12-person machine shop that produces products for a variety of sectors in the Lower Mainland.

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BC Aviation History

After all, it is a small world

By Jack Schofield

The aviation industry is often described as being a “small world.” Airplanes, pilots and engineers and the stories they tell keep showing up in the strangest places.

A case in point surfaced a few days ago when an aviation buff in Norway with a computer file that listed almost every Republic Seabee aircraft ever built contacted me. He was looking for photos and information that I might have about these aircraft. In his file was an ancient photograph— taken in 1946—of a gaggle of Seabees moored at Sullivan Bay on B.C.’s mid coast.

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(ABOVE) The B.C. Airline Seabees: Sketch made from the “lost” photo, which was taken by Myrtle Collinson in 1946. (BELOW) Sketch of the famous “Stranny” BXO made from one of the photos lost in the Sullivan Bay fire. This aircraft can now be viewed at the Kensington Science Museum in London, England.

Years ago, I had made a pen sketch from this same photo when overnighting at Sullivan Bay. It was one of many photos that had been displayed on a wall at this coastal resort floatcamp.

Ultimately, the Sullivan Bay floatcamp burned down, causing the loss of all of these wonderful artifacts of early B.C. aviation history.

Here was the photo, large as life and safe and sound in the hands of a lover of Seabees. And in Norway of all places!

Another story about the small world of aviation is the one by the crew of a Queen Charlotte Airlines Stranraer flying boat.

They got tired of being continually intercepted by United States Air Force fighter jets. The jets, which were stationed at a nearby U.S. base, would be flown alongside their twin-engine, rag wing biplane, its dive brakes would be dropped and the aircraft slowed in order for photos to be taken of the seemingly antiquated Stranraer as it motored along at 144 kilometres per hour. These interceptions usually occurred around Gower Point when the Supermarine Stranraer, returning home from a busy day of delivering loggers into camps along the B.C. coast, was inbound for landing at YVR. On one particular occasion, the Stranraer crew were waiting and well prepared for the intercept to take place. The crew, under the directions of Stu Phillips, the QCA captain, had done a little sign-writing for the occasion. When the U.S. jet pulled up alongside Phillip’s aircraft, one of his crew members ran forward into the aircraft’s nose rope locker, slid back the hatch and stood up into the slip-

stream with a big sign that stated in bold letters—“F*** off.”

The story circulated around YVR and a good laugh was had by all. Over time it was forgotten as everyone involved went their separate ways.

Phillips became an airline captain with a major carrier and was soon flying into airports all over North America. Years later, while overnighting at Boston’s Logan Field Airport, he stepped into a local bar for a little libation before retiring for the night.

He sat at the bar quietly sipping his drink, while a party of air force types were loudly enjoying themselves at a nearby table.

One of the them brought out a photograph and began telling the story of how he had flown alongside the ancient biplane in the photo when out from the nose popped this guy with a big sign telling him to ‘F*** off. A roar of laughter came from the table as the photo was passed around.

Phillips could hardly believe his ears. He got up—not forgetting to take his gin and tonic— and joined the table to tell the dumbfounded service pilots that he had been the pilot of that ‘funny’ airplane and the sign had been his idea.

The ensuing party went on until the bar closed and Phillip’s co-pilot did the flying the next day.

Author’s note: The Stranraer flying boat, taxiing in to dock at Sullivan Bay is another one of those photos deemed to have been destroyed with the Sullivan Bay fire. I had also sketched the “Stranny” from that old photo and am hoping that it may show up somewhere—perhaps in Norway?

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21 Litigated 22 Source of lead 24 Psyche 25 Luminous meteors 26 Raising 29 A Niger-Congo language 30 Cause to crash 31 Swarm 32 An Internet data exchange protocol 35 Thereto (2 words) 36 Hinged device used to pick up things 37 Goddess of the earth (Greek mythology) 38 Possess 39 Foam 40 Not late 41 Religious Islamic leaders 43 Diamond-shaped pattern (knitting) 44 Pertaining to small sacs in a compound gland 46 Hillside 47 Sieve tubes (Botany) 48 Goals or objectives 49 Traverse on snow 52 ____ Lang Syne 53 Moderately rich 56 An Algonquian people of North America 57 City in Vietnam 58 A British noble title 59 Goes astray 60 Expended 61 Not false.

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29 Typefaces 31 Feet of horses 33 Basic structural unit of all organisms 34 Pay As You Earn 36 Victories 37 An instrument for indicating a quantity 39 Flat mass of floating ice 40 Delete 42 Positive electrodes 43 Underarm 44 Rapidly 45 A whirring sound 46 Buffalo 48 A1 49 Fly high 50 Turkish monetary unit 51 Small island 54 Knock 55 Drench.

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