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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has unveiled Flight Plan 2037, the roadmap detailing the airport’s strategy to becoming a world class, sustainable hub connecting Asia and the Americas. Flight Plan 2037 provides YVR’s overarching blueprint for the future, which includes a Capital Plan, Terminal Plan, Financial Plan and the YVR 2037 Master Plan. Details of the $5.6-billion plan include expanded terminals, new taxiways, a geoexchange system and upgraded roads and bridges to Sea Island,
which will help YVR support the estimated 35-million passengers expected to travel through the airport annually by 2037. Flight Plan 2037 was developed in consultation with stakeholders and through ongoing discussions with airline partners, who formally voted on the plan as part of the overall approval process. It is based on marrying forecasted growth with facility capacity. As Canada’s second busiest airport, YVR welcomed a record 22.3-million passengers in 2016, generated $5.3-bil-
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Air Canada staff celebrate the airline’s inaugural flight from YVR to DFW (Dallas Fort Worth International Airport).
The inaugural flight of Air Canada’s new route between YVR and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) began on February 5, 2017. The nonstop year-round service will arrive at YVR daily and is timed strategically to connect DFW travellers to Air Canada’s Asian flights out of YVR. “This signals the growing trend of airlines taking advantage of YVR’s seamless connection process,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “It’s great to see our partner, Air Canada, continue to promote Vancouver as their preferred transpacific hub. “This new route will also provide our passengers with further access to one of the global superhub airports, furthering business and tourism opportunities for both cities.”
This route uses the Air Canada Express’ 75-seat, Wi-Fi equipped Bombardier CRJ705 aircraft, offering business and economy seating and ondemand touch screen entertainment to every passenger. This new service benefits the local economy by creating 53 jobs at the airport and at hotels, restaurants, shops and tourist attractions. In addition, the service contributes $3.5-million to B.C.’s GDP. DFW is the third largest airport in the world in terms of operations and tenth in terms of passengers, serving more than 65-million passengers. Along with being a superhub, DFW provides access to the city of Dallas, which is the ninth largest in the U.S. and has a robust business climate, being home to 21 Fortune 500 companies.
lion in total Gross Domestic Product and drove $11.7-billion to the Canadian economy. “I am so proud to lead the team that developed and will execute Flight Plan
2037,” said Craig Richmond, president & CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority, speaking at a Greater Vancouver Board of Trade event. “This plan is built to provide for the long-term
capacity needs at YVR, while meeting and enhancing our sustainability goals and ensuring we build in an incremental fashion.” See FLIGHT PLAN 2037 page 3
Delta to begin weekly Boeing 717 flights to YVR It may not be hot off the assembly line or a next-gen aircraft like some of the more recent first-ever aircraft to land at YVR, but the Boeing 717 with its fascinating history will start making weekly flights between Vancouver and Los Angeles every Saturday. starting this summer. This will make it the first this time this rare bird will make its appearance on the runways of YVR. The Boeing 717 is a twinengine, single-aisle jet airliner that was designed and originally marketed by McDonnell Douglas as the MD-95 as part of the DC-9 family. The first order was placed in October 1995 by ValuJet Airlines (later AirTran Airways); McDonnell Douglas and Boeing merged in 1997 prior to production. After McDonnell Douglas was acquired by
Boeing in August 1997 some thought Boeing would cancel development of the MD-95, but Boeing went forward with the design under a new name, Boeing 717. It appeared that Boeing had skipped the 717 model designation when the 720 and the 727 followed the 707, but the 717 name was the company’s model number for the KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft. The designator 717 had also been used to promote an early version of the 720 to airlines before it was modified to meet market demands. A Boeing historian notes that the Air Force tanker was designated “717-100” and the commercial airliner designated “717-200”. The lack of a widespread use of the 717 name left it available for rebranding of the MD-95. Boeing’s decision to go
ahead with the 717 paid off. Early operators were pleased with its reliability and decided to order more. Boeing marketed it to a number of large airlines, including Northwest Airlines, which operated a large fleet of DC-9 aircraft, and Lufthansa. Boeing also studied a higher-capacity version of the 717, which would have been called 717-300, but decided against it, fearing that it would encroach on the company’s 737-700 model. Production of the original 717 continued, as Boeing continued to believe that the 100-passenger market would be lucrative enough to support both the 717 and the 737-600. Production of the 717 ceased in May 2006 after 156 were built. There were still 154 Boeing 717 aircraft in service as of July 2016, one of which will soar in to YVR starting July 1, 2017.
Delta’s Boeing 717 is a twin-engine, single-aisle jet airliner, developed for the 100-seat market. The aircraft has a design range of 3,815 kilometres and is powered by two RollsRoyce BR715 turbofan engines mounted at the rear of the fuselage.
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Talking trash with YVR’s new centralized waste station
Community YVR Stars program shines brightly on exceptional customer care
YVR’s new centralized food court waste station, located in the pre-security international food court.
YVR is sporting a brand new centralized food court waste station in the pre-security international food court that is making it easier than ever to effectively recycle and compost. As part of its commitment to sustainability and waste reduction, the new centralized waste
station allows guests to drop off their trash at the waste station and just walk away. No additional sorting is required as staff trained by Marquise, which provides integrated management and customer services to YVR, will sort the waste into the appropriate waste stream: organics,
paper, containers and garbage (landfill). With the addition of the centralized waste station and new onsite food composter, YVR will reduce waste in the pre-security international food court by up to 80 per cent and turn it into compost.
YVR Stars is a recognition program that encourages travellers, visitors and employees to nominate one of the 24,000 individuals who work at the airport and have delivered exceptional customer care.
The Vancouver Airport Authority launched the YVR Stars customer care recognition program in 2015. The program encourages travellers, visitors and employees to nominate one of the 24,000
individuals who work at the airport and have delivered exceptional customer care—considered YVR Stars. The YVR Stars program formally acknowledges those who strive to make YVR a safe, happy
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and memorable visit for all visitors and passengers. Stars of the program help customers navigate the everyday stresses of travel; they embody the culture of care YVR is known for and are a key part of its success in consistently being named an award-winning, world class airport. Since its launch, nominations have been received for all sorts of employees, from volunteers to airline staff to ground handlers and concessionaires. The YVR Stars Team extends a heartfelt thank-you to everyone involved in making the program a success in 2016, from nominees to nominators, and look forward to hearing more amazing stories of individuals from any organization, who go above and beyond in 2017. Submit a nomination at yvr. ca/en/recognize-a-yvr-star, send an email at yvrstars@yvr.ca, or tweet @YVRairport using #yvrstars.
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• Qatar Airways has launched the world’s longest non-stop commercial flight, a 14,535 kilometre marathon from Doha to Auckland, New Zealand. • The inaugural flight on February 5, 2017, took 16 hours and 23 minutes, crossing 10 time zones and providing passengers with enough time to watch all three films in the Lord of the Rings trilogy (9 hours 18 minutes of viewing), which was shot in New Zealand. • Four pilots were on board, as well as 15 cabin crew, who served 1,100 hot drinks, 2,000 cold drinks and 1,036 meals to passengers. • Qatar’s new route takes the record away from its Middle Eastern rival Emirates, whose DubaiAuckland service is 335 kilometres shorter.
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YVR air traffic update: January - December 2016
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YVR has released its final passenger numbers from 2016, demonstrating significant growth across all major sectors. In 2016, YVR welcomed a record total of more than 22.3-million passengers—an increase of 9.7 per cent over 2015—putting the airport on track to meet the goal of 25-million passengers by 2020. “This is an exciting time for YVR as we celebrate a record year of growth with an additional two million passengers over last year,” said Craig Richmond, president & CEO Vancouver
Airport Authority. “We are looking forward to another strong first quarter in 2017, working closely with our airline partners to grow our global network and bring in more travel options and economic growth to our community.” Year-Over-Year Passenger Growth Highlights: January – December, 2016 • 22.3-million passengers, a 9.7 per cent increase over the same period in 2015 • 16.5 per cent increase in International traffic • 7.6 per cent increase in
Sunwing becomes a TSA Precheck partner airline Canadian leisure air carrier Sunwing Airlines has been awarded entry into the U.S. Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) expedited screening program, TSA Precheck. Available at 180 U.S. airports, travellers that are approved by TSA Precheck depart through a dedicated screening lane and do not need to remove shoes, laptops, liquids, belts or light jackets. The program now has 30 airline partners and according to TSA, in December 2016, alone, 97 per cent of its Precheck pas-
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Domestic traffic • 7.4 per cent increase in Transborder (US) traffic YVR’s growth in 2016 is largely recognized in Air Canada’s expansion of its transpacific hub out of YVR, representing approximately 50 per cent of passengers at YVR and serving more than 55 destinations worldwide. To view a full list of carriers and destinations, visit yvr.ca/en/ passengers. YVR’s Q1 Air Traffic Update will be released in May 2017.
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Flight Plan 2037 from page 1 “Our future is being shaped by the ongoing dialogue with thousands of British Columbians and our airline partners, who participated in our Phase 1 and 2 Master Plan consultations,” said Richmond. “Today, I am also inviting you to participate in Phase 3 of the YVR 2037 Master Plan and continue to help build our airport of the future.” Coinciding with the announcement, YVR launched Phase 3 of the YVR 2037 Master Plan, a community and stakeholder consultation process that guides YVR’s land use decisionmaking and facility development for the next 20 years. During Phase 2 of the YVR 2037 Master Plan consultation, public input was received on ground access, environment, community amenities, terminal, airside and land use. YVR received 16,000 visits to its website, spoke with 700 people in person and held 22 stakeholder meetings, 4 public meetings and 5 regional open houses across Metro Vancouver. Input was built into its YVR 2037 Master Plan
Highlights and includes constructing the NorthSouth Taxiway, working with regional authorities to support increased transit and connections to the airport and creating increased green space, multi-use pathways and a new plane-spotting platform for the community to enjoy at the airport. Full details of the feedback are available at YVR2037.ca. The community is invited to participate in the next phase of consultation, which will lead to the final plan‘s public release in 2018, once approved by the Minister of Transport. YVR is owned and operated by Vancouver Airport Authority, a private not-forprofit corporation that is governed by a non-political Board of Directors appointed from the community. Every dollar earned by the Airport Authority is reinvested into the operation and growth of the airport to improve facilities, enhance services, reduce costs and support community initiatives.
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Sneak peek of new D Pier at YVR.
YVR recently revealed plans for the expansion of the airport, including additional gates in the International Terminal. A video posted on the airport’s website shows a virtual imagining of what the new terminal might look like once all the construction is complete, including incredible artwork, floor-to-ceiling win-
dows, wide open gate areas and the crown jewel—a full-on forest encased in glass inside the terminal. The result being, if it is snowing outside, it will also be snowing ‘inside’ the terminal. To take a sneak peek at the future of YVR, visit yvr. ca/en/blog/2017/pier-d-flythrough.
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YVR partners with Canadian airports to warn against airport privatization
As the federal government contemplates a potential sale of major Canadian airports, Vancouver, Calgary and Ottawa international airports have unveiled a new website that highlights the risks of sell-
ing Canadian airports to private investors. The website provides Canadians with information about the negative impacts the sale of airports to private, forprofit investors would have on
travellers and local communities. These detrimental effects include increased travel costs for passengers, the removal of local voices from airport boards and the undermining of Canada’s economic competitiveness.
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“Canada is recognized as having the best aviation infrastructure and most efficientlyrun airports in the world and we are immensely proud of that,” said Craig Richmond, president & CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “Our success is due in part to the community-based, notfor-profit governance model for our airports. The current model works—for passengers and for the communities we serve.” In the 1990s, Canada’s major airports were privatized by the federal government and transferred to not-for-profit airport authorities with a mandate to advance economic growth and promote development in the communities in which they operate. Under long-term leases with the federal government, airports managed by airport authorities are governed by boards of non-
elected representatives nominated by local, provincial/territorial and federal governments, as well as by local business groups and other stakeholders. “It’s important that Canadians understand how airports have flourished under the current model,” said Mark Laroche, president and CEO of the Ottawa International Airport Authority. “Our passengers benefit from world-class facilities, prudent management and worldrenowned customer service and our communities benefit from significant economic impact. It’s in our collective best interest to ensure that our airports can continue to succeed.” Today, Canada’s major airports do not receive any funding from the federal government. Canada’s major airports pay more than $1-billion a year in rents and other fees to the federal
government. “Airport authorities re-invest every penny earned back into our airports and that investment has created some of the best airport facilities in the world, but we’re more than a business that builds runways and terminals,” said Bob Sartor, president and CEO of The Calgary Airport Authority. “We are closely connected to our community, working with our partners to develop strategies that drive the economy of our cities and regions. We are launching this campaign to educate Canadians about the impacts to travellers and local communities if the federal government proceeds with selling the country’s airports.” Canadians are invited to learn more about the impacts that would be felt if Canadian airports are sold to private investors by visiting noairportselloff.ca.
In 2016, the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) was named Airport of the Year by the CAPA Centre for Aviation, the leading provider of independent aviation market intelligence, analysis and data services.
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Community Final boarding call for YVR Master Plan Vancouver International Airport (YVR) recently launched Flight Plan 2037 (see cover page), a 20-year plan that ensures that YVR is prepared to meet anticipated growth, stay competitive and maintain its position as one of the world’s leading airports. Flight Plan 2037 includes a Capital Plan, Financial Plan and the YVR 2037 Master Plan—the plan that the airport is currently undertaking, which helps guide land use decision-making while considering sustainability at each step in the planning process. A consultation process was implemented for the YVR 2037 Master Plan that used a variety of tools and methods to gather information and facilitate meaningful engagement with business partners, employees, passengers and the community. During Phase 2 of the YVR 2037 Master Plan consultation, public input was received on ground access, environment, community amenities, terminal, airside and land use. The Master Plan project team, along
with Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority, and other senior executives spoke with 700 people in person, received 16,000 visits to its website and held 22 stakeholder meetings, four public meetings, five regional open houses across Metro Vancouver and more than 500,000 views of its design fiction video, which built awareness and excitement for the Master Plan. A comprehensive summary of feedback can be downloaded from yvr2037.ca. Phase 3 consultations launched on January 18, 2017, coincided with the Flight Plan 2037 announcement and is open to February 20, 2017. This is the Master Plan project team’s opportunity to go back to participants from Phase 1 and 2, as well as the public and stakeholders, to confirm that the plan reflects the needs of the airport’s partners and the community and identify any final elements for consideration. Input from the first two consultation phases was built into the YVR 2037 Master
Plan Highlights and includes constructing the North-South Taxiway, working with regional authorities to support increased transit and connections to the airport and creating increased green space, multi-use pathways and a new plane-spotting platform for the community to enjoy at the airport. In this phase, the airport is sharing its revised and proposed Land Use Plan that will guide infrastructure initiatives and developments over the next 10 years. The Land Use Plan will be submitted for the Minster of Transport’s approval later this year. The community is encouraged to share feedback and become involved in the consultation process by reviewing the Master Plan and participating in a three-question survey. Questions, suggestions and comments may be submitted on the website at yvr2037.ca or by email to yvr2037@yvr.ca. Get involved and help YVR build the airport of the future!
YOUR IDEAS ARE READY FOR TAKE-OFF. In 2015, we launched a multi-year engagement and consultation process with communities, stakeholders and the public, that will result in a new Master Plan for YVR. The plan, YVR 2037, will guide land use and facility development for the next 20 years. During consultations, six key areas were addressed in detail – Ground Access, Environment, Community Amenities, Airside & Airspace, Terminals and Land Use. It’s not too late to have your say in helping YVR shape the airport of our future.
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Dallas Fort Worth Airport’s $2.7-billion redevelopment continues Travellers flying to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) on Air Canada’s new route from YVR (see cover story) will be greeted by a newlook Terminal A, which is part of the airport’s ongoing $2.7-billion Terminal Renewal and Improvement Program.
Improved facilities at Terminal A include parking, ticketing, security and concessions “designed to serve 21st century air travellers,” according to airport officials. The renovation work has created more space for security, dining and retail, and also includes
technology enhancements. Passenger flow and signage have been improved, the checkin area has been redesigned and outfitted with more self-service kiosks and concessions outlets have been upgraded. The baggage reclaim area has also been expanded and is
now complemented by digital signage. TSA checkpoints have been enlarged and more power outlets and seating have been installed at departure gates. Courtesy of AT&T, passengers now have access to free Wi-Fi. The long list of enhancements also includes new energy efficient heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, energy-efficient glass windows,
new Terrazzo flooring, higher ceilings, four new high-capacity elevators for transit between concourse levels and new state-ofthe-art fibre optics backbone and communications rooms. “At DFW, we’re committed to putting our customers first with a personal travel experience, tailoring the ambience and technology to meet their evolving needs,” said Sean Donohue, DFW CEO. “Our team has accomplished what amounts
Airports to a remarkable makeover for Terminal A, turning a 43-yearold terminal building into a welcoming, memorable space for customers that’s more innovative and energy efficient.” Capital improvements will continue in Terminal A to include new restrooms, a new receiving dock and a concessions storage space. Meanwhile, work is ongoing in Terminals B and E to bring them into line with the improved Terminal A.
Boeing engineers create STEM activities to challenge and inspire students
As well as enhancements to Terminal A, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s (DFW) Terminal Renewal and Improvement Program includes upgrades to Terminals B and E. Photo: courtesy Future Travel Experience.
Photo: courtesy Boeing.
Boeing engineers have partnered with Iridescent’s Curiosity Machine, PBS Learning Media and the Teaching Channel to develop lesson plans, documentaries and hands-on activities that break down complicated concepts into easy-to-digest resources for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The collection of STEM
(science, technology, engineering and mathematics) educational materials and tutorials are designed to develop skills such as the ability to think critically, collaborate and communicate effectively. All materials and tutorials are available to download for free at boeing.com/principles/ education.page#/edu_resources.
From 2013-2016, Boeing invested $2.6-million in grant funding to support the creation, use and local implementation of the design challenges—including 90 videos featuring educators and Boeing engineers. More than 20,000 students and/or their families have completed challenges from the collection.
Airbus Sharklets improve performance
When the first A330neo (new engine option) jetliner takes to the skies this year, it will mark the latest use of Airbus’ Sharklets— those graceful-looking upturned wingtip extensions that save fuel by reducing drag, while also lowering noise emissions by improving take-off performance. Airbus pioneered the use of wingtip devices in commercial air transportation, beginning with the A300 and A310. Both of these widebody jetliners
were outfitted with wingtip fences, arrow-shaped vertical attachments that extended above and below the end of the wing.
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San Francisco celebrates 50th Anniversary of Summer of Love Long stamped a literary bohemia and attracting nonconformists like the Beat Generation writers of the Fifties to musicians and artists and social rebels in the mid-tolate Sixties, it was logical that free-thinking San Francisco would give birth to a radical new movement eventually embraced by the rest of the world. In 1967, nearly 100,000 freespirited adventurers congregated in the Haight-Ashbury neighbourhood near Golden Gate Park to join a cultural revolution that created some of the era’s most memorable music, art, fashion and literature. Wearing flowers in their hair, people danced through the streets, promoting peace in a war-ravaged world. Their legacy remains and five decades later, San Francisco will pay tribute to the 50th anniversary of the Summer of Love
with a yearlong celebration that will include a 1960s throwback of exhibitions, performances, literary events, tribute concerts and recognition of significant moments in time. Feb. 8-May 21, 2017— Hippie Modernism: The Struggle for Utopia at Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. Examines the art, architecture and design of the 1960s and early ‘70s counterculture. bampfa.org/program April 8-August 20, 2017— Summer of Love: Art, Fashion and Rock & Roll at the de Young fine arts museum. Featuring more than 400 items, including a wide array of psychedelic art, iconic rock posters, interactive music and light shows, and outof-this-world clothing produced by print studios, boutiques and workshops in the years surrounding the Summer of Love. deyoung.famsf.org
Streaming aviation channel may be headed to Inflight Entertainment Systems Vancouver-based JetFlix.TV has launched an aviation-themed SVOD (Subscription Video on Demand), offering more than 60 full-feature aviation videos accessible via mobile devices on a monthly subscription basis. Airport videos, airline profiles, aviation fan trips and historical films from aviation’s golden age all come together in the JetFlix.TV archive to offer global aviation fans a one-stop destination in the palm of their hand. “Our aviation content is either specially curated or exclusively created in-house,” said Henry Tenby, JetFlix.TV founder. Tenby launched the aviationthemed SVOD as a natural continuation and rebranding of his aviation DVD business. Reflecting its Canadian roots, JetFlix.TV offers a fair amount of Canadian aviation content, including the entire Air Canada historical film archive, along with full video features on Air Creebec, Air North, NWT Air, the Martin Mars, Hawkair’s Bristol Freighters, Canadian Forces Boeing 707s and Yellowknife Airport, to name just a few. Moving forward, JetFlix.TV
will be working with airlines, manufacturers and airports that are interested in being featured on the channel. “It is not just about the future,” said Tenby. “The past is just as interesting, as it is where we came from as an industry. Working with airlines to help digitize, preserve and share their visual film histories and archives is something that is also high on our agenda.” JetFlix.TV is already in discussions with two large international airlines about providing specialized aviation content as a dedicated aviation channel on their inflight entertainment systems. “The seat back video screen is a direct access point to the passengers, which keeps them engaged for long periods of time,” said Tenby. “Aviation is a topic of interest for many airline passengers and the concept of an aviation channel within the inflight entertainment system holds great promise for JetFlix. TV.” For more information on Jetflix streaming video service, visit JetFlix.TV.
Air Transat tests WheelTug system Air Transat will test a new taxiing system aimed at saving costs and reducing emissions. The WheelTug system would allow an aircraft to taxi from the runway to the gate without having to use a plane’s engine, cutting operating costs and greenhouse gas emissions. An electric motor installed in the nose gear
would enable a plane to move forward and backward, while cameras installed on the fuselage would help pilots backing up without the need for ground crews and plane tugs. WheelTug’s certification plan for the system has been approved by the Federal Aviation Administration in the U.S.
April 26-Aug. 27, 2017— Summer of Love: Jimi Hendrix at the Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD). Composed of photographs taken of Jimi Hendrix in 1967, this exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of the famous Summer of Love and the entrance of Jimi Hendrix as one the greatest instrumentalists of all time. moadsf.org June 24-Oct. 1, 2017— Flower Power at the Asian Art Museum. The Summer of Love in San Francisco conjures images of hippies frolicking in the park and rallying with daisies in their hair. To reveal the hidden histories and multilayered meanings of florals
across cultures, the Asian Art Museum presents an original exhibition of pan-Asian artworks and botanical imagery. “Flower Power” features gloriously gilded folding screens,
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For an updated list of activities, visit sftravel.com/ summer-love-2017. For flights and airlines that fly to San Francisco from YVR, visit yvr.ca.
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Effective February 22, 2017, Central Mountain Air will discontinue service between Vancouver and Comox. Cemtral Mountain Air currently serves the Comox Valley Airport with up to seven daily return flights Monday to Friday from Vancouver to Comox and up to three daily flights on weekends,
using Beechcraft 1900D aircraft. The decision to ground the flights is a result of low passenger loads and increased operating costs, according to a statement from Douglas McCrea, president of Central Mountain Air. Passengers holding existing travel tickets are being contacted and re-accommodated by the
airline. In September 2016, the airline discontinued its non-stop service between Terrace and Vancouver because of low passenger loads. Central Mountain Air’s Vancouver-Campbell River route will now be the airline’s sole route connecting Vancouver and Vancouver Island.
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Ideal conditions will continue to fuel strong profitability for Canadian airlines in 2017, according to The Conference Board of Canada’s latest Canadian Industrial Outlook: Canada’s Air Transportation Industry. However, growth is expected to be more subdued going forward as temporary factors that have recently boosted industry demand slowly begin to dissipate. “The outlook for Canada’s air transportation industry will remain strong in 2017, but some of the main tailwinds that benefited the industry over the past two years, primarily low fuel costs and the weaker loonie, will slowly reverse, starting this year,” said Todd Crawford, principal economist at the Conference Board. Highlights • Higher oil prices will lift the cost of jet fuel and weigh on industry profitability over the forecast. • The low-flying loonie will continue to make Canada a cheaper destination for both foreign and domestic travel. • An added risk for the industry could be the increasingly protectionist mood taking hold in several high-income countries, which could dampen demand for business travel. • Canada’s airline industry’s pre-tax profits are expected to reach $1.5 billion in 2017.
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Canadian coalition of lawyers and advocates staff airports to ensure immigrants with valid visas can get to the U.S. The Canadian Cross-Border Legal Coalition has deployed volunteer lawyers and advocates to major airports across Canada to ensure that anyone with valid documentation is not banned from travel to the United States because of the January 27, 2017 U.S. executive order, halting travel from seven countries. A federal judge in Washington state temporarily halted the implementation of parts of President Trump’s travel ban on February 3.
As a result of the judge’s temporary restraining order, citizens of the seven affected countries, Sudan, Somalia, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Yemen and Libya, have had their revoked visas reinstated (unless they were stamped “cancelled”) and will be allowed to travel to the United States. Those whose visas have already been stamped “cancelled” as a result of the executive order are eligible for a waiver, absent any other admissibility issues, and will not need to reapply for a new visa. The judge’s ruling also prohibits
the executive order’s freeze on refugee admissions, including the indefinite ban on Syrian refugee admissions. Because the judge’s stay could be lifted at any time, travellers from the seven affected countries are being encouraged to rebook travel to the United States immediately, while the stay remains in place and visas are valid. “Canadian lawyers are standing in solidarity with our U.S. and international colleagues to work for the protection of human rights,” said Jennifer Bond of
the Refugee Hub, which is helping to coordinate the Canadian coalition. “We are hopeful that the presence of legal support at airports will help foster a safe environment for those travelling amidst this ongoing uncertainty.” The Canadian Cross-Border Legal Coalition currently has teams of pro bono lawyers and law students on call at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Ottawa’s Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Montreal’s Pierre-Elliott
Trudeau Airport (YUL) to assist any travellers unsure about their status under the ban and to ensure that anyone who has been legally cleared to travel can do so freely. Travellers in Vancouver may contact the following people for more information and resources: Josh Paterson, executive director of the British Columbia Civil Liberties Assocation, 778-8298973 or Jennifer O’Leary, coordinator of Vancouver International Airport monitoring, 778-994-8225.
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Air North, Yukon’s Airline celebrates 40 years
A chorus line of female dancers in can-can garb greet Air North passengers at YVR check-in.
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Air North, also known as Yukon’s Airline, celebrated 40 years of service on February 1. Founded in 1977 by Joe Sparling and Tom Wood as Air North Charter and Training, the original intent was to offer charters around the Yukon to the mining industry and flight training services. However, it didn’t take long for that vision to be expanded. Starting with one single Cessna 206, by the early 1980s the fleet had grown to include a variety of aircraft on wheels, floats,
-500 jets, expanding its route network to include Kelowna in 2013 and a new flight connecting Whitehorse with Yellowknife and Ottawa in 2014. The new routes have won praise from passengers for the airline’s attention to detail, service and in-flight meals, much of which is made fresh by Air North’s Whitehorse-based flight kitchen. From its humble beginnings, Air North has grown to be one of the largest employers in the Yukon Territory with more than
skis and up to Douglas DC-3 and DC-4 aircraft. With the acquisition of the latter, the time appears right to begin offering scheduled flights within the Yukon and into Alaska. Just over 10 years later, two important changes began. Air North retired the Douglas aircraft in favour of Hawker Siddeley 748 turboprops and the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation of Old Crow expressed an interest in investing in the airline. The investment from the Vuntut Gwitchin made it possible
a few years later, in 2002, for Air North to purchase two Boeing 737 jets and enter a whole new era of airline service. On June 2002, Air North began a regular schedule of flights between Whitehorse and Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. The growth was mirrored in new branding, as the airline adopted its current operating name of Air North, Yukon’s Airline. Since then, Air North bought more aircraft and modernized its fleet with Boeing 737-400 and
250 full and part-time employees, as well as an additional 250+ full and part-time employees in its Vancouver base, providing above and below the wing services for some of the world’s biggest airlines in addition to its own flights. Air North also specializes in passenger/cargo charters for a wide variety of groups including sports, government, tourism, resource industries and the film industry. President and co-founder Joe Sparling continues to be very much hands-on and connected
with the airline’s passengers, captaining one of the airline’s fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft. As Air North celebrates its 40th year of service, what does its future hold? “We certainly have no aspirations to be a trans-continental carrier, or take on routes in the south,” said Sparling in an interview with CBC News. “All of our flying has a northern component to it. I think we have carved a bit of a niche out of the market now. I think that probably the big guys know that we are here to stay.”
(Right) A birthday celebration worthy of an extra special cake.
(Below) Air North Douglas DC-3.
(Above) Air North Hawker Siddeley 748 turboprop. Photo: Jan Heistermann.
(Left) Some of the Air North staff celebrating the airline’s 40th anniversary.
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With Canada’s 150th anniversary approaching, global travel deals publisher Travelzoo has released the results of its Spring 2017 Travel Trends Survey, which forecasts that Canada will have an uptick in popularity this year. The results of the survey, which was conducted using an online questionnaire completed by 7,349 Travelzoo members from Canada, China, Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States in December 2016, show that interest in visiting Canada in 2017 for Americans and Germans nearly doubled from 2016. In addition, interest from Chinese, Spanish and British travellers has also increased. Canadian respondents also
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2017 International Women in Aviation Conference Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida The 28th annual International Women in Aviation Conference will include keynote speakers, educational sessions, exhibit hall, scholarship awards and a chance to network with individuals from all areas of aviation. For more information, visit wai.org.
March 11-12, 2017 Boeing B-52 Stratofortress will be on display at this year’s The Sky’s No Limit, Girls Fly Too event at Abbotsford International Airport.
Women of Aviation Worldwide Week is a global outreach initiative that takes place annually during the week of March 8, the anniversary date that Raymonde de Laroche became the first woman in the world to receive a pilot licence in 1910. This year’s celebration will be held from March 6-12, 2017, with the week-long event designed to raise awareness of aviation opportunities available to girls of all ages, while celebrating the accomplishments of past and present women of aviation. In B.C., the annual The Sky’s No Limit, Girls Fly Too event, the world’s largest outreach initiative for future female leaders in aviation, aerospace, marine and defence, will take place March 11-12, 2017, at Abbotsford International Airport. Free flights will be offered to first-time fliers to draw females of all ages to the airport and pique their interest in further exploring the hands-on ground activities. Advance registration at girlsfly2.ca is required for the free flights. No registration is required for ground activities. The world’s longest serving and most versatile combat aircraft in military history, the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, will be available for attendees to explore. The B-52 has a massive, 56-metre wingspan, weights about 84,000 kilometres and has the ability to reach high sub-sonic speeds and altitudes of more than 15,000 metres. In addition to experienc-
Girls Fly Too! Abbotsford International Airport, 30440 Liberator Ave, Abbotsford, BC Females of all ages are encouraged to come and find out what’s behind the fence, in the sky and under the hood at the airport. Free flights for female firsttime fliers of any age—previous airline flights an exception. Hands-on activities and tactical displays from aviation, aerospace, marine & defence, as well as space. Fun for the whole family. For more information, visit girlsfly2.ca.
April 24 -26, 2017 Northern Air Transport Association 41st Annual Conference & Tradeshow Yellowknife, Northwest Territories This event will feature the very best Yellowknife has to offer and will welcome about 200 delegates and 20 Trade Show exhibitors. For more information, visit dnn.nata-yzf.ca. NASA astronaut and U.S. Navy veteran Heidi Stefanyshyn-Piper will be on hand to inspire the thousands of participants expected at the event.
ing the thrill of exploring unique aircraft and meeting the crews, participants will get to meet NASA astronaut Heidi Stefanyshyn-Piper. Stefanyshyn-Piper is a 30-year veteran of the US Navy, having served as mechanical engineer, diver, salvage officer, surface warfare officer and commanding officer and with numerous awards and commendations to her credit. During her 13 years with NASA, Stefanyshyn-Piper logged more than 27 days and 15 hours in space. She flew on Mission STS-115 on space shuttle Atlantis with Canadian astronaut Steven MacLean in 2006 and Mission STS-126 on space shuttle Endeavour in 2008. She completed 5 space walks totalling 33 hours and 42 minutes of Extra-Vehicular Activity (EVA)
time. Participants can also expect to see aircraft and tactical assets from The Royal Canadian Navy, Royal Canadian Air Force, Canadian Army, Canadian Coast Guard, RCMP, Cadets, US Military, Civil Air Search & Rescue, plus civilian and education partners from Aviation, Aerospace, Marine and Defence. Activities at the event are fun, hands-on and free to ensure there are no barriers to participation. The Sky’s No Limit, Girls Fly Too events are part of an outreach initiative founded by B.C. pilot Kirsten Brazier in 2012. Last year, more than 15,000 participants from around B.C. attended the event. Visit www.girlsfly2.ca for more information and event updates.
Did You Know? • Out of 24,505 professional pilots in Canada, only 1,356 of them are women. • Out of 19,601 aircraft engineers, only 560 of them are women. • Less than 3 per cent of the technical/top command positions in the Canadian Forces are women.
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Institute for Women of Aviation Worldwide Symposium Coast Coal Harbour Hotel, 1180 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC The iWOAW Symposium serves as a meeting space where industry professionals and academics can discuss key issues related to the advancement of women in the technical and management occupations of the air and space industry and as a platform where existing approaches to address these issues are reviewed and new ones, sketched. For more information, visit iwoaw.org/symposium.
June 4-7, 2017
International Association of Airport Executives 11th Annual F.O.A.M. Conference Calgary, AB Save the date. More details to follow. Visit iaaecanada.org
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Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame 2017 Induction ceremony & gala dinner Vancouver International Airport, East concourse US Terminal, Level 3 The annual event is a highlight in Canadian aviation celebration and draws attendance from across Canada. New members to be inducted are Errol Boyd, Robert Deluce, Daniel Sitnam, and Rogers Smith, and the Golden Hawks – Belt of Orion Award for Excellence. For more information, visit cahf.ca.
June 21-24, 2017 Canadian Women in Aviation Biennial Conference Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, 1301 16th Avenue NW, Calgary, AB The conference is open to everyone and will cover the broad scope of aviation— general, corporate, commercial and military. Those who attend include aeronautical engineers, pilots, maintenance technicians, educators, air traffic controllers, avionics technicians, airport managers, business owners, dispatchers, artists, students, authors, flight attendants and enthusiasts. For more information, visit cwia.ca
June 23-24, 2017 Canadian Owners and Pilots Association AGM Kelowna, B.C. The two-day event will include a Welcome dinner, organized events and tours, trade show with multiple plenary sessions, wind-up banquet dinner with entertainment and keynote speaker and the Annual COPA update and general meeting. The tradeshow and banquet dinner are all open to the general public, offering a unique opportunity to increase awareness of the important undertaking of COPA and the scope and significance of the general aviation community. For more information, visit copaagm2017.ca.
August 11-13, 2017 Abbotsford Airshow Abbotsford International Airport, 30440 Liberator Ave, Abbotsford, BC Designated Canada’s National Airshow, the annual aviation festival provides spectators an opportunity to watch one of the finest aerobatic performances in the world. Ranked among one of the Top Ten Airshows in the world by USA Today in 2013, the event continues to distinguish itself through aviation excellence, aerospace advancement, and community participation. For more information, visit abbotsfordairshow. com.
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Richmond boasts another record-breaking year for film The City of Richmond had a record breaking year in 2016 for both the number of filming days and the amount of revenue generated. Production of major motion pictures, War for the Planet of the Apes and Power Rangers, along with the continued success of ABC’s popular series Once Upon A Time helped ensure that Richmond will continue to be featured on both the small and big screens in 2017. In all, eight feature films, 12 TV series and six commercials shot on location in Richmond in 2016. The filming generated about $500,000 in service and location charges for the City, a new record. Filming took place in the City of Richmond three out of every four days last year, for a total of 276 filming days— smashing the previous year’s record of 189 filming days. Productions are attracted to Richmond by a diverse inventory of attractive filming locations, the one-stop Richmond Film
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Richmond hearts will be glowing allyear long as the City has unveiled plans for more than 60 events to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation. From tall ship visits to floral spectacles to major festivals, Richmond will be showing its Canadian pride in ways that celebrate the nation’s history, culture, diversity and uniqueness. A full calendar of Richmond Canada 150 events can be found on a newly launched website at richmondcanada150.com. The highlight of Richmond’s Canada 150 celebrations will be a visit by Japan’s Kaiwo Maru tall ship. Known as the King of the Sea, the four-masted Kaiwo Maru is one of the world’s largest tall ships, at more than 110-metres in length. The Kaiwo Maru’s visit will be marked by a multi-day free family festival in early May and will include ship boarding, an open air headline concert in Garry Point Park and fireworks. This spring, the City Hall plaza will be taken over by Our Home and Native Blooms, a spectacular floral installation. Using only native plants, designers will create a scene saluting Canada. Internationally-acclaimed maritime artist John Horton has also been commissioned to create a new painting in cel-
ebration of Canada 150. The painting will become part of Richmond’s art collection and also be used as the basis for a major mural on a local building. Other Richmond Canada 150 highlights include expanded Canada Day celebrations in Richmond; extending the award-winning Richmond World Festival to two days; and a concert series on the City Hall and Richmond Cultural Centre plazas. Popular annual events such as the Children’s Arts Festival and Richmond Maritime Festival will also feature special Canada 150-themed activities. Richmond has received $80,000 from the Government of Canada’s Canada 150 fund, which is administered by Canadian Heritage. The funds will support the launch of a new annual Harvest Festival this fall and a High School Concert Series, being developed in partnership with School District 38. The City has partnered with community groups to help fund dozens of other Canada 150 events and projects. Richmond has also received more than $1.3-million from the Government of Canada through Western Economic Diversification to support Canada 150 infrastructure projects that will create longlasting community legacies from the celebration.
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Auto Repair and Maintenance By Bernie Pawlik
The automotive battery and charging system The automotive battery is an electrical storage device whose primary purpose is to provide power to start a car’s engine. Early cars did not have batteries, as their electrical systems were limited. A bell was used instead of an electric horn, headlights were gas-powered, and the engine was started with a crank. Batteries became widely used around 1920 as cars became equipped with electric starters. The sealed battery, which did not require refilling, was invented in 1971. The battery enables drivers to run accessories when the vehicle’s engine is off and provides reserve electrical power, should the charging system become weak. Every time the engine is started, the battery sends power to the starter motor which turns the engine over until the spark plugs spark and the fuel begins to combust. Over time, this process depletes the battery’s energy and eventually results in a dead battery. Solution for February 2017 Crossword.
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Enter the alternator, which is designed to generate electricity to recharge the battery. So why call it an alternator when it really is a generator? The reason is that the alternator generates alternating current. Up until the early 1960s most cars used a direct current generator. The alternator, which generates alternating current that is then converted to direct current, was found to be far more efficient, reliable and used fewer parts. Automobiles contain many electricity-hungry components such as lights, ignition system, fuel injection, windshield wipers, heater fans, etc., all of which require feeding. This is done via the alternator, which prevents the battery from dying. Let’s look at the inner workings of the battery and the alternator. As mentioned, the battery stores electricity and how it does this is quite remarkable. Car batteries are of the lead-acid type, which use lead plates and sulphuric acid. The chemical reaction between these two components creates electricity. As the battery discharges, the sulphuric acid breaks up. The sulphur attaches to the lead plates, leaving water behind. As the battery is recharged, the sulphur leaves the plates and becomes reunited with the water to once again form sulphuric acid. This dance goes on until the battery becomes old and weak.
The alternator is an electrical generator that converts mechanical energy to electrical energy in the form of alternating current.
While batteries store electricity, alternators create it by spinning a large magnet past a coil of wires. The alternator operates as soon as the engine starts. Inside the alternator are components to convert the alternating current into direct current that is compatible with the car’s electrical system. The voltage output of the alternator would soon overload the electrical system if the voltage regulator did not keep the output down to about 14 volts. What maintenance do these two items require? While the alternator and most batteries require no maintenance, some batteries may need to be topped up with water if the level runs low. Battery terminals may become corroded and these should be inspected and cleaned if dirty. The alternator is belt-driven so the belt needs to be inspected occasionally and replaced if worn.
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INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL (Before Security) • Vino Volo: Wines from around the world by the glass or in tasting flights, lunch, dinner, small plates—Arrivals Level 2
– Departures Level 3 • Thai Hang: Vietnamese cuisine— choose from healthy Pho dishes, rolls, broken rice dishes, sandwiches, spring rolls, rice noodle soups, lemon grass chicken & beverages—Departures Level 3 • Jetside Bar Offers a selection of appetizers, snacks and shared food. (604) 248-3281 • Globe@YVR Award-winning signature restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
(604) 248-3281 SOUTH TERMINAL (Before Security, Food Court) • Galiano Café: Made-to-order breakfasts along with specialty espresso drinks to satisfy early morning travellers. Burger, fries, homemade soups, made-to-order sandwiches, berry yogurt parfaits, breakfast muffins and salads. Miller Road • Tim Hortons #109 – 5000 Miller Road Open 24 Hours. Lots of free parking. Fast
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pickup on your way to the Terminal. MCARTHURGLEN DESIGNER OUTLET MALL 2 BiBo Italian Pizzeria & Restaurant 7899 Templeton Station Rd., Sea Island. BiBo is an Italian pizzeria and restaurant whose owners are passionate about sharing with their customers the simplicity and joy of traditional Italian cuisine that is enjoyed everyday in “la mamma’s” kitchen. Selections include true Neapolitan pizza, fresh handmade pasta, salads, appetizers and meats. While there, enjoy a pre-dinner apertivo from the fully licensed bar, pair your meal with one of BiBo’s delicious wines or indulge in one of the rich desserts—either al fresco on the patio or in the modern dining room. Open from 11:30am to 9:00pm daily. (604) 279.8889. Airport South 1 The Flying Beaver Bar & Grill 4760 Inglis Drive. Come and watch seaplanes land & takeoff right in front of you, while enjoying locally craft brewed beers and the best pub food in the city . Bring your aiport i.d. and receive 25% off of food every Tuesday. Call our complimentary shuttle for a safe ride Wednesday through Sunday nights starting at 6pm. World famous & award winning - since 1995. (604) 2730278 • Smokehouse Sandwich Co. #108 – 5188 Westminster Hwy, Richmond (2 blocks west of # 2 Road) Breakfast and lunch. Monday to Friday: 7:45am to 4pm. Saturdays 10am to 6pm. Specializing in handcrafted Smoked Meat Sandwiches, minutes away from YVR. Meet Wilbur, a cumin-spiced
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DEPART WITH OPTIONS. Check Out YVR Carry On Food. Yes, you can take your food on the plane! With many flights offering limited meal service, YVR Carry On Food is available at any YVR restaurant providing fresh food and snacks packaged especially for your flight in a travelfriendly bag.
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Position: Administrative Coordinator (Full Time) Primary Objective of the Position:
Perform a wide range of administrative and office support activities for General Manager and Base Manager to ensure efficient operation of the organization.
Position: Operations Supervisor, Training (Full Time)
Essential Position Functions:
Primary Objective of the Position:
Provide general administrative and clerical support including mailing, scanning, faxing and copying as required Assist in resolving any administrative issues related to warehouse activity, ramp activity and office activity Timely and accurate administration of all incoming correspondence. Coordinate with HR on new hire documentation ensuring accuracy and completion of all documents Assist with the bi-weekly time sheet recording prior to submission to Payroll Maintain all training record certifications, and re-training requirements Participate in Health and Safety committees, including tracking of action items and minute taking Responsible for maintaining archives of activities Assist with base initiatives and special projects as required
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4+ years of hands on administrative support experience Above average computer skills in PowerPoint, Excel and Word Ability to prioritize multiple projects with superb accuracy Strong problem solving skills Must be very well organized, and experienced in maintaining a high level of confidentiality in all areas of involvement Strong command of business writing along with excellent verbal communication skills
Ensure all Operators, and Ground handling staff receives required training both initial, and recurrent as required.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
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Position: Operator (Full Time and Part Time)
Provide, maintain, and document training of all Operators specific to equipment type Provide, maintain, and document training for all staff, in SMS, Hazard Prevention, WHIMIS, Security Protocol Provide orientation training for all new hires Co-ordinate all third party training as required (e.g. DG Handling/Acceptance) Prepare new hire Operators for Airport Authority AVOP exam Ensure compliance with training standards in regards to Operators, and Ground Handlers Prepared daily operational procedural documents (e.g. Ramp Summary Reports) as required Conduct Operation Audits on a routine basis, in order to ensure compliance with company/airport policies/procedures Act as a liaison between company, local Airport Authority in regards to changes to operating parameters Fulfill contributing role on Health and Safety Committee Act as a company representative at Airport Ramp Operators Committee meetings In conjunction with the Operations Supervisor, schedule required Operators, and Ground Handlers to areas as dictated by operational requirements Other operational duties as required
Minimum Qualifications:
At least 7 years Supervisory experience in relation to Operators and Ground Handlers Excellent knowledge and skills regarding the operation of all ground service equipment Excellent understanding of AVOP regulations and YVRAA Airside Traffic Directives Ability to learn and communicate company training programs and materials Excellent record keeping and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must possess a valid RAIC and AVOP license. Working proficiency in all MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point ect.) Excellent punctuality and attendance
Primary Objective of the Position:
The chosen candidate will be responsible for operating all equipment in a safe and proper manner and reporting any equipment damage or potential problems.
Cargojet is and equal opportunity employer
Please send all résumés by email to rmunroe@cargojet.com
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
To operate any/all ground servicing equipment Report any abnormalities in equipment or equipment performance. Stay fluent and on any new equipment or procedures. Obey and operate according to all airport procedures To operate any/all equipment for the duration of operation. Responsible for any/all equipment. (Condition, fuel, performance). Stay up to date on any equipment upgrades, changes, performance and policies. Perform other duties as required.
Position: Lead Hand (Full Time)
Minimum Qualifications:
Maintain valid AVOP Hold a valid driver’s license. Excellent driving skills Ability to drive in all weather conditions Good organizational skills Basic reading and writing skills
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Position: Ground Handler (Full Time and Part Time) Primary Objective of the Position:
Safe and timely processing of Cargo, and aircraft loading/offloading within prescribed parameters. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform tasks associated with Dangerous Goods Acceptance Manage computer functions, manifests, equipment inventory etc Answer phones Communicate with Cargo Movement and internal Cargojet stations across Canada- written or verbal Respond to external customer queries – written or verbal Communicate with warehouse and Ramp personnel Answer and respond to calls on the air to ground radio Filing Perform other duties as required
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Graduate or equivalent experience Knowledge of Airport codes Basic English literacy Must be trained on Kargomine system (if required), Dangerous Goods( if required), relevant health and safety courses, WHMIS, SMS and applicable Security Training Must possess DA License Must have valid driver’s licence
Cargojet is and equal opportunity employer
Please send all résumés by email to rmunroe@cargojet.com
Primary Objective of the Position:
Under the general direction of the Station Manager, the chosen candidate will provide direction to Ground Handlers and Operators in order to maintain the on-time performance of all flights.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Organize the Operations team to ensure the safe & timely loading/offloading of aircrafts and trucks.
Ensure warehouse and ramp staff follow safe work practices and act in accordance with Cargojet policies.
Delegate duties to Ground Handlers and oversee the performance and productivity of staff.
Lead by example in terms of work performance, professionalism and safety.
Provide accurate information to Management and Cargo Movement Control.
Complete operational paperwork and perform audits to ensure accuracy.
Maintain & improve operations by suggesting time/cost saving ideas and operational strategies.
Prepare summary of daily report to Management and Cargo Movement Control.
Communicate with customers in a professional and courteous manner.
Communicate information to load planners in a timely manner.
Handle customer concerns & questions, bookings & freight inquiries.
Assist the Manager in the success of the operation by performing aircraft offload/load, cargo handling, warehouse and customer service duties.
Collect, organize and distribute flight and freight information in a clear and organized manner.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Notify Manager of all policy and procedure violations to ensure a safe and effective operation. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
2 years of experience in Air Cargo Operations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently under minimum supervision.
Ability to complete tasks & projects quickly while maintaining standards and accuracy.
A conscientious self-starter with problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize workloads in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal & customer service skills.
A team player with leadership & decision-making skills.
Must be computer literate with exceptional organizational skills.
Valid Driver’s License, RAIC & AVOP. Trained in Health & Safety, WHMIS, Forklift, First-Aid, SMS, Dangerous Goods & applicable Security training.
Cargojet is and equal opportunity employer
Please send all résumés by email to rmunroe@cargojet.com
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