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Flying ‘ark’ brings hundreds of rescued cats and dogs from Afghanistan to YVR

Awards:

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On the evening of Feb. 1, an Ilyushin IL-76 giant, Soviet-era cargo plane touched down at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The specially configured aircraft’s two-day journey began in Kabul, Afghanistan, making stops in Turkey and Iceland before landing in Vancouver. Its precious cargo was 158 dogs and 146 cats, stranded in Afghanistan when American troops withdrew in August 2021. At that time, a highly volatile situation and related logistical hurdles made the animals’ evacuation impossible. Throughout fall 2021, special donations to Kabul Small Animal Rescue (KSAR) helped support the ongoing care of the animals while

(Above) Ilyushin IL-76 lands at YVR with its precious cargo of more than 300 cats and dogs. Photo: FlyteDeck. (Right) One of 146 cats on the Ilyushin eagerly waits to disembark at YVR after a two-day journey from Kabul. Photo: FlyteDeck.

efforts were in progress to evacuate them. Canada provided the best option as a final destination because of a U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) suspension on canine imports from more than 100 countries (Afghanistan included). A coalition of animal organizations—War Paws, Marley’s Mutts, RainCoast

Dog Rescue Society and Thank DOG I am Out (TDIAO)—was formed to set up a specially constructed temporary facility at YVR to receive almost 300 animals still in KSAR’s care. The coalition group worked non-stop, following strict guidelines, comprehensively documenting every animal for import, and ensuring

the set up of a 1,600-squaremetre facility in record time at YVR to house the animals on their arrival. When the plane landed, a large crowd gathered on the YVR tarmac to welcome the animals, including elated owners anxiously waiting to reunite with their loved ones. Eighty of the animals will ultimately reunite with

their owners, and the others will be available for adoption through SPCA International (spcai.org) and B.C.-based RainCoast Dog Rescue Society (raincoastdogrescue.com). Experienced staff and volunteers will care for the animals at the temporary YVR facility until they receive the safe homes they deserve.

YVR remains Top Brand in the B.C. region

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2021 Green Excellence Awards PG

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ners across Sea Island to keep the overall impression and positive attitudes associated with the airport so incredibly high. According to the survey’s results, YVR still ranks at the top in terms of overall favourable impression compared to other well-known regional brands—Telus, University of British Columbia, BC Hydro—with 72 percent of people having either a favourable or very favourable

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for being deemed a credible and trustworthy organization

and a source of pride for British Columbians.

Lynx Air announces service from YVR New Canadian ultra-lowcost airline Lynx Air (Lynx) has announced that YVR is one of the first airports it will be servicing. The airline’s booking website includes tickets on sale for flights to the airline’s first five destinations: Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, Winnipeg and Toronto, using a fleet of brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft. Lynx’s inaugural flight will take place Thursday,

Lynx Air will offer service via a fleet of brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft.

April 7, 2022, from Calgary to Vancouver. The airline will offer daily flights between these two significant travel

hubs, increasing to twice-daily flights on Friday, May 20, 2022. “At YVR, we’re excit-

ed to welcome Lynx Air to Vancouver, which will provide even more options for travellers from our air-

port,” said Russell Atkinson, director, air service development at Vancouver Airport Authority. “We look forward to Lynx Air’s first flights from YVR and being part of the airline’s growth as they focus on offering more choice and affordable fares for the people of B.C. and beyond.” The airline’s network will expand after its inaugural Calgary-Vancouver flight.

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The results of YVR’s 2021 Brand & Community Survey are now available. They reflect positively on the organization’s work to maintain its good standing with the community during a pandemic in which travel and aviation have not always fared well in the court of public opinion. These results are a testament to the work done by the entire YVR team and its part-

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Captain Judy Cameron named to the Order of Canada for extraordinary contributions Retired Air Canada pilot Captain Judy Cameron has been named to the Order of Canada by the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada. The Order of Canada is one of the country’s highest civilian honours. Its Companions, Officers and Members take to heart the motto of the Order: Desiderantes meliorem patriam (“They desire a better country”). Cameron became the first female pilot hired by Air Canada in April 1978 at 23. She was the first woman to graduate from Selkirk College’s Aviation Technology Program in 1975. Throughout her flying career of 40 years and more than 23,000 hours, she has flown the DC-3,

Throughout her flying career of 40 years and more than 23,000 hours, Air Canada pilot Captain Judy Cameron has flown the DC-3, Twin Otter, Hawker Siddeley 748, DC-9, Lockheed 1011, Airbus 320, Boeing 767 and Boeing 777 to the far corners of the world.

Twin Otter, Hawker Siddeley 748, DC-9, Lockheed 1011, Airbus 320, Boeing 767 and Boeing 777 to the far corners of the world. She became a captain in 1997, and 2010 became the first female captain in Canada of a

Boeing 777, the largest aircraft in Air Canada’s fleet. She retired in 2015, received the Elsie MacGill Northern Lights award in the Flight Operations category that year, and in 2016 was chosen by the

99s (International Organization of Women Pilots) to be on its Canadian postage stamp. Today, Captain Cameron continues her volunteer work mentoring and supporting the next generation of female

pilots with the Northern Lights Aero Foundation. In 2019, Air Canada launched the Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship in her honour to help the next generation of women follow in her

trailblazing footsteps. To date, Air Canada has awarded eight scholarships to help young women pursue non-traditional professional aviation careers as commercial pilots or aircraft maintenance engineers.

Sunwing’s domestic summer program returns Sunwing has announced the return of its domestic summer flight program, which offers something for everyone to enjoy—from bustling city streets to majestic mountains, sprawling prairies and picturesque lakes.

Flights begin in May and will run weekly until the beginning of September to some of the most sought-after destinations from coast to coast. As an added travel incentive, Sunwing offers customers savings of up to $200 per couple on domestic flights.

Flights will depart daily between Toronto and Vancouver, starting May 17 until September 7; between Toronto and St. John’s from Monday to Friday, beginning June 20 until September 7; between Toronto and Gander

on Tuesday and Fridays, starting June 21 until September 6; and between Toronto and Stephenville on Wednesdays, beginning June 22 until September 7. For more information, visit sunwing.ca

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YVR’s 12 Days of Giving awards $20k each to 12 community organizations In addition to connecting British Columbia to the world via a world-class sustainable hub airport, YVR supports local organizations that make a difference in the community. As the world continues to navigate a pandemic and communities continue to navigate emergencies at a local level, YVR values the work that so many people and organizations are doing to help. In recognition of this meaningful work, YVR gave 12 organizations doing great things in the community grants of $20,000 each over 12 Days of Giving. Grant recipients of YVR’s 12 Days of Giving were as follows: DAY 12: Vancouver Food Runners—Using app-based technology, volunteer food drivers redirect surplus food from businesses to non-profit partners while drastically reducing food waste from landfills (vancouverfoodrunners.com). DAY 11: Environmental Youth Alliance—supports youth in foster care or low income and connects them with nature to

develop skills and confidence to become environmental stewards and community leaders (eya.ca). DAY 10: The Ballantyne Project—supports Indigenous youth living in remote First Nations communities across Canada and seeks to provide them with access to empowering opportunities (theballantyneproject.com). DAY 9: Stigma-Free Society— committed to combating stigmas of all kinds, with a focus on mental health (stigmafreesociety. com). DAY 8: Collingwood Neighbourhood House--provides services and community development initiatives to improve residents’ quality of life in the Renfrew-Collingwood area of east Vancouver (cnh.bc.ca). DAY 7: Dan’s Legacy--provides trauma-informed and culturally sensitive counselling and life skills programs to at-risk youth in Metro Vancouver (danslegacy. com). DAY 6: Flavours Of Hope-supports and empowers refugee newcomer women to earn a liv-

able income and build social connections in the community through cooking and sharing culinary traditions and stories (flavoursofhope.com). DAY 5: Mission Possible— serves residents of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, supporting a vulnerable population challenged by poverty, homelessness, addictions, mental health crises and disability and supports them to navigate their journey to a sustainable livelihood (missionpossible.ca). DAY 4: Archway Society For Domestic Peace—supports women, children and families to live a life of dignity and respect, free from domestic and sexual violence in the North Okanagan (archwaysociety.ca). DAY 3: Growing Chefs!—prioritizes schools with at-risk or vulnerable populations—kids from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Indigenous students, English language learners, newcomers to Canada and culturally diverse, inner-city students who may have less access to green spaces and learning

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Since January 2021, Vancouver Food Runners volunteers have redistributed more than 317,000 kilograms of food (equivalent to 545,000 meals) to support those in need.

Hope Air provides travel and accommodation support for Canadians who need medical care far from home.

about local agriculture for the first time (growingchefs.ca). DAY 2: Crisis Centre—provides immediate access to barrier-free, non-judgmental, confidential support through 24/7 phone lines and online services to anyone who needs it (crisiscentre.bc.ca). DAY 1: Hope Air—The cost to access treatment is a con-

siderable barrier if travel is required. Hope Air has facilitated more than 160,000 flights for Canadians—68,000 for British Columbians—many of which come through YVR (HopeAir. ca). For more information about each grant recipient, please visit yvr.ca/en/blog/2021/12-days-ofgiving.

YVR’s digital twin makes the news

As YVR continues to evaluate and optimize its operations, it’s no surprise that teams across its organization have big goals coming into 2022, which certainly includes all who touch YVR’s digital twin. A digital twin is a virtual clone of a real-life object, acting and reacting in virtual space the same way its physical counterpart does.

For example, this technology would allow an airport manager to see what is occurring at any one of YVR’s 17 gates and even access localized audio without being at that gate. As YVR continues to unlock and implement the true potential of this new technology, it is celebrating the little wins along the way, including an article recently

published in WIRED magazine (wired.com). The article mentions YVR’s adoption of digital twin technology in partnership with software development company Unity Technologies, which leveraged its gaming technology to build the airport’s immersive, real-time digital twin. As YVR progresses towards

launching its digital twin story globally, it is pleasing to see its partners gaining recognition for a shared vision of leveraging data and technology to better the airport’s operations and serve the

Photo: courtesy YVR.

community and economy that supports it. Stay tuned—YVR will reveal more information on its digital twin technology in 2022!

Lynx Airlines from page 1

Starting Friday, April 15, 2022, Lynx will offer service to Kelowna from Vancouver and Calgary. Winnipeg will be added to Lynx’s network on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, with two flights per week to Vancouver and Calgary. Daily flights between Toronto and Vancouver will launch on Thursday, April 28, 2022. Merren McArthur is CEO of Lynx, bringing a wealth of aviation experience to the role. She has served as CEO of ultra-lowcost carrier Tigerair Australia, Virgin Australia Regional Airlines CEO, and founding CEO of Virgin Australia Cargo. “By May, Lynx will be operating 76 flights per week, and that is just the beginning,” said McArthur. “We will continue to add destinations and routes as we ramp up for the busy summer season, offering even more choice and flexibility to Canadians.” Flights are now available for booking at flynx.com.

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YVR and ITBC join forces to advance B.C.’s Indigenous tourism

Tamara Vrooman (left), president and CEO of Vancouver Airport Authority, signed the MOU to advance B.C.’s Indigenous tourism with Brenda Baptiste, ITBC Chair of the Board.

YVR and Indigenous Tourism BC (ITBC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU), creating a new partnership that supports each organization’s goals, contributes to the growth of tourism and drives awareness for the diverse regions of British Columbia. The surrounding principle of the MOU is collaboration, including opportunities for cross-promotion in the tourism industry, data and knowledge sharing, as well as leveraging market intelligence to help grow and advance Indigenous tourism in B.C. In pursuit of that growth, a new interactive kiosk at YVR allows passengers, airport workers and the community to experience one of B.C.’s Indigenous tourism experiences. The kiosk, set up as a welcoming installation, is in the terminal, near U.S. Departures on

Level 3. “At YVR, we are all about connections,” said Tamara Vrooman, President and CEO of Vancouver Airport Authority. “As we have learned working with Musqueam, whose traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory YVR is on, Indigenous peoples in British Columbia maintain deep connections to the lands, waters, animals, and supernatural realms of their unique Territories. We look forward to combining our efforts to advance these vital connections on all fronts to advance new opportunities for tourism that contribute to the success of our Indigenous communities.” This MOU builds on YVR’s commitment to Indigenous tourism in Canada, also demonstrated by the airport’s signing of a historic MOU with the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) in 2020.

Musqueam elders welcome newcomers to YVR with a cedar brushing to release negative energy and ensure a safe path on their journey forward.

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Alexis von Hoensbroech new CEO of WestJet Group Following a global search by WestJet, Alexis von Hoensbroech is the new chief executive officer (CEO) of the airline group. The official start date for von Hoensbroech is subject to the timing of a successful immigration process, expected to be completed before the end of the first quarter of 2022. Harry Taylor, the interim CEO, will continue in the role until that time and then resume his position as executive vicePresident finance and chief financial officer. Before accepting this role,

von Hoensbroech served as CEO of Austrian Airlines, starting in 2018, where he led the airline through the COVID-19 crisis, significantly strengthening its competitiveness during a difficult period. Austrian Airlines is part of the Lufthansa Group and Austria’s largest airline, operating a significant network in central and eastern Europe, among the world’s most competitive and lowest cost airline markets. After obtaining a doctorate in physics, von Hoensbroech spent

Alexis von Hoensbroech named new CEO of WestJet Group.

his early career at the management consultancy company, The Boston Consulting Group, in Munich and Tokyo, with clients primarily from the aviation industry.

He joined the Lufthansa Group in 2005, responsible for the strategy and subsidiaries of Lufthansa airline. He worked on various integration projects and became head of commercial at the airline’s biggest hub before moving to Lufthansa Cargo AG. As CEO and CFO of Austrian Airlines, he recently held management responsibilities for human resources, business development, corporate communications, political and legal affairs and performed the CFO functions controlling, financing, accounting, and sourcing.

Jazz Aviation named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2022 Canada’s Top Employers for Young People annual Mediacorp editorial competition has recognized Jazz Aviation as one of the country’s Top Employers for the tenth consecutive year. The editorial competition, organized by Canada’s Top 100 Employers project, recognizes employers that offer the nation’s best workplaces, programs, and initiatives to attract and retain younger people entering the workforce. Areas examined when evaluating each employer include mentorship, training and career management programs. For example, Jazz Aviation Pathways provides scholarships and direct employment opportunities to students enrolled in pilot and flight attendant programs at various post-secondary institutions.

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Jazz Aviation Pathways Program provides scholarships and direct employment opportunities to students enrolled in pilot and flight attendant programs at various post-secondary institutions.

Jazz was also recognized for offering scholarships to students enrolled in Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) programs at local community

colleges and for providing mentoring to apprentice AMEs. The Canada’s Top Employers for Young People recognition came a few days

after Jazz received a 2022 Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award for being one of Canada’s top 10 best workplaces.

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Air Canada, Hertz, Purolator: 2021 YVR Green Excellence Award winners Every year, the Vancouver Airport Authority recognizes exceptional Sea Island businesses for their commitment, enthusiasm, and innovation in minimizing the environmental impact of operations with a YVR Green Excellence Award. Since its inception in 2011, YVR Green Excellence awards have recognized initiatives such as reducing carbon emissions and waste to the improvement of water efficiency and ecosystem health on Sea Island. The most recent 2021 YVR Green Excellence Award recipients are Air Canada, Hertz Canada, and Purolator.

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Air Canada set a goal in 2021 to reach net-zero emissions throughout its global operations by 2050. At YVR, Air Canada has reduced emissions by upgrading energy systems, installing on-site renewable energy units, and purchasing lowemission vehicles. The airline has also implemented water-efficient equipment and a new information system for water usage to monitor and reduce water consumption from their projects at their Sea Island facility. Additionally, they have improved their office and commercial recycling programs and have various programs underway, including a face mask, e-waste, and single-use plastic recycling program.

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Flair’s new YVR to Los Cabos sunshine route

Flair Airlines, Canada’s newest low-cost air carrier, continues to expand its international routes from YVR, adding service to Los Cabos, Mexico. The airline’s new service operates every Tuesday and Saturday on a Boeing 737 aircraft. “We are so pleased to see the growth of the interest of Canadian airlines in bringing access from new Canadian cities to Los Cabos,” said Rodrigo Esponda, managing director for Los Cabos Tourism Board. “With multiple certifications and strict protocol in place, Los Cabos is and continues to be a safe and attractive destination for those that choose to travel abroad.” Los Cabos, which attracts more than 100,000 Canadians each year, has two towns: Cabo San Lucas, with its buzzing nightlife, marina and famous sea cliffs archway “El Arco;” and San José del Cabo, with its cobblestoned streets, colonial

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Flair Airlines’ new twice-weekly service from YVR to Los Cabos. Photo: courtesy YVR.

buildings, shops, galleries and plazas. “Flair’s continued growth at YVR reflects its exciting destinations and affordable fares, which we know are both equally important to travellers,” said Russell Atkinson, director, air service development, Vancouver Airport Authority. “We look forward to Flair’s continued success as it connects our community to even more destinations.” One-way fares, including taxes and fees, begin at $109. There are limited seats and avail-

ability for the one-way fares, including taxes, plus additional options and services passengers may choose. Travellers should make sure they know all the travel requirements to enter Mexico and return to Canada, including COVID testing options. Visit yvr.ca/covid19testing to see the testing-related programs available on Sea Island. For information on Flair’s routes from YVR and how to book your Los Cabos getaway, visit flyflair.com.

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(Left) Airbus’ BelugaST features one of the most voluminous cargo holds of any civil or military aircraft flying today. (Right) A helicopter bounded for Japan loads on Beluga #3. Photos: courtesy Airbus.

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Boeing’s million-litre SAF purchase demonstrates its commitment to decarbonizing aviation operations

Boeing has reached a supply agreement to purchase 7.5-million litres of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from EPIC Fuels to power Boeing’s Commercial Airplanes operations in Washington state and South Carolina through 2022. The agreement is the largest announced SAF procurement by an airframer and aligns with Boeing’s commitment to decarbonizing aviation. “SAF is a safe, proven, immediate solution that will help achieve our industry’s long-term commitment to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050,” said Sheila Remes, Boeing vice president of environmental sustainability.

“Boeing has been a pioneer in making sustainable aviation fuels a reality. Through this agreement, we will reduce our carbon footprint and have SAF available for customer deliveries as well as our own operations.” Sustainably produced jet fuel, which currently reduces CO2 emissions by more than 75 per cent over the fuel’s life cycle (with the potential to reach 100 per cent in the future), is recognized as offering the most immediate and significant potential to decarbonize aviation over the next 20 to 30 years. Created from several feedstocks certified for commercial use, SAF blends with traditional

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solve real-world challenges for airlines and passengers. Boeing began SAF test flights in 2008, helped gain approval for commercial use in 2011 and enabled airplane delivery flights with SAF in 2012. The 2018 Boeing ecoDemonstrator conducted the industry’s first 100 percent SAF commercial airplane test flight on a 777 Freighter in partnership with FedEx. In 2019, Boeing began offering customers the option to power commercial delivery flights with SAF to demonstrate commitment to reducing CO2 and further spur the use of cleaner fuels. In 2021, Boeing committed to delivering its commercial airplanes capable and certified to fly on 100 per cent SAF by 2030.

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Hagerty’s ‘Buy these vehicles before they’re hot’ annual Bull Market List Hagerty Insurance has unveiled its yearly Bull Market list, which features the enthusiast cars and trucks that its market experts predict will increase in value over the next 12 months. The list is not intended for getrich-quick flippers but for future owners who want to find, buy and drive a good vehicle they love. 1965–70 Cadillac DeVille ($28,800) In the past, collectors flocked to the late ’50s Cadillacs with their iconic fins, ignoring the more modern and usable late ’60s models. That is changing, and this generation of Cadillacs remains highly affordable–par-

gremlins and international obstacles along the way. It all came together in the first-generation RX-7, a lithe sports car that turned the performance-car segment on its head by exploiting the tiny engine’s massive potential. Huge production figures mean that good ones are still easy to find—for now. 1963–67 Mercedes-Benz 230SL ($80,500) The 230SL set the Mercedes SL series down a new path, incorporating extra luxury but retaining its predecessors’ sporting character. Thanks to the functional shape of its hardtop, the 230SL goes by the nickname “Pagoda.”

Its hatchback practicality and excellent highway fuel economy make it a viable daily driver. 1985–95 Suzuki Samurai ($10,200) Everything about the Suzuki Samurai feels light and toylike, but they were well built and extremely hardy in the finest Japanese tradition. When new, it was the cheap fun mobile for prom queens, yuppie adventurers, surfers and RV lifers needing a dinghy to tow. Clean examples are getting harder to find, especially the rarer hardtop, and more expensive as carbuying preferences for trucks and SUVs spill over into the col-

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ticularly on a dollar-per-pound scale—drawing plenty of eyeballs and thumbs-up. These are tons (literally) of Detroit style for not much money. 1969–74 Ferrari 246 Dino ($365,800) The Dino was a radical departure from Ferrari’s classic road cars. The engine was a V-6 instead of the legendary V-12, mounted behind the driver instead of under the hood. It was this departure, however, that makes the Dino special. It is still considered one of the most significant road-going Ferraris of all time—for a price that amounts to an auction buyer’s premium on most other vintage Ferraris. 1983–97 Land Rover Defender ($61,400) There’s a sophisticated glamour to driving the original aluminum-bodied earth-roamer, whose lineage dates right back to the 1948 original. Prices have only gotten steeper in the collector market for the few North American-spec Defenders available, no doubt driven by a micro-economy that places the supply well below the demand. 1979–85 Mazda RX-7 ($17,600) Mazda worked tirelessly for decades to get the rotary engine down, fighting mechanical

The rest of the car is an exercise in an understated elegance that never goes out of style. 1966–67 Pontiac GTO ($100,200) There will only ever be one original muscle car, and the GTO is it. In 1966, the car received a styling update that ushered in the “Coke bottle” shape. That year was also the last to offer not only the 389 V-8 but the factory-optional “Tri-Power” carburetor setup. Although prices have been flat, they are starting to heat up, and now might be the time to buy. 1992–95 Porsche 968 ($38,000) The Porsche 968 is the ultimate evolution of the Porsche 944 and 924 before it, featuring a 236hp, 3.0-liter four-cylinder and beautifully balanced handling.

lector car market. 2008–12 Tesla Roadster Sport ($97,100) Built before either Tesla or Elon were household names, the Roadster was the company’s opening act and the first production EV with lithium-ion battery cells. Its historical significance can only grow as electric cars take over, and, thanks to a chassis borrowed from Lotus, it will always be a hoot to drive. 1975–93 Volvo 245 ($15,800) The Volvo wagon’s familiar refrigerator-box profile offers a comforting counterargument in this era of slippery shapes designed to maximize aerodynamic efficiency. With a build quality designed to outlast humanity, it could just be the last car you ever buy.

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Airline wastewater study proves effective in determining presence of COVID-19 in travellers An assistant professor from Louisana’s LSU Civil & Environmental Engineering department is researching pathogen detection in water at LSU and joining forces with researchers worldwide, namely in Australia, studying wastewater on international flights. Before joining LSU earlier this year, Professor Aaron Bivins researched waterborne pathogen detection in surface and drinking water. Then the pandemic hit in early 2020, which prompted him to co-found the COVID-19 Wastewater-based Epidemiology Collaborative, a group that now has 1,200 members around the globe. “I just tried to get people together to share methods and approaches because at first, everyone was trying to figure out how we were going to measure this virus in wastewater,” Bivins said. “That’s how I met my collaborators in Australia.” In 2020, many cruise ships worldwide were forced to dock because passengers were sick with COVID-19. When one ship docked in Australia, Bivins suggested that his collaborators there collect its wastewater. They then realized that they could also test wastewater on planes. “In our first paper, we collected wastewater samples from three different flights into Australia and from a cruise ship,” Bivins said. “We were able to detect the virus RNA in the samples.” In a second paper, Bivins and his colleagues were able to link wastewater samples with the future development of COVID19 among passengers during quarantine. “The plane passengers had all been tested prior to boarding, and all of them (1,600 total) all tested negative, so they were allowed to fly home to Australia. During the two-week quarantine period that is required by Australia for returning citizens, 112 developed COVID.” What Bivins and his collaborators found was that the wastewater they had collected

from the flights was about 85 per cent accurate in predicting those future COVID cases. Of the 112 passengers who contracted COVID, 105 positive wastewater samples came from 105 of them. That left only seven cases corresponding with negative samples. Bivins proposes testing discarded aircraft wastewater while passengers exit the plane and, ideally, having a testing lab at the airport. His team has been working with Qantas Airlines in Australia. The airline has already designed

Professor Aaron Bivins proposes testing discarded aircraft wastewater to monitor the global movement of pathogens.

equipment to collect samples directly from its aircraft during the routine flushing of its wastewater. While Bivins acknowledges not every international flight can be tested, randomly selecting a few hundred each day could make a difference. “The idea would be that eventually, we could use international flights to monitor what’s been in and out of the country in terms of antibiotic resistance and other pathogens,” said Bivins. “We probably can’t control their movement, but we can at least be aware of what’s coming and going and how these microorganisms move about the world.

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RS and Associates is a growing company offering a wide range of airline passenger, cargo and ground support services to aviation customers throughout British Columbia. As an airline ground service provider, we must maintain our ground service equipment in good, reliable condition to meet the operational needs of our airline customers. We are seeking a Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Mechanic to perform regular maintenance and repairs on a wide range of vehicles and equipment in our organization. The position is based at the maintenance hangar, South Terminal close to the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and will involve working collaboratively with our airport teams and station vendors, under the direction of the Base Manager, to perform a variety of tasks throughout our network to ensure that ground service equipment is kept in optimal condition. With safety and quality of workmanship always considered a priority. Job Responsibilities: • Source outside vendors to maintain equipment at all RS and Associates stations, coordinate repair and preventative maintenance of equipment while maintaining a good working relationship with our vendors. • Advise manager on all work performed, general vehicle condition, equipment malfunctions and future repair requirements. • Complete and maintain technical reports for work performed on ground service equipment. • Inspect, diagnose, repair and service mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components of all RS and Associates ground service equipment. • Maintain tools and support equipment in safe and operational working conditions. • Maintain a complete inventory of all parts and tooling that are that are used for the ground service equipment by utilizing computer tracking system. • Able to work within the procurement policy to purchased items for RS and Associates ground service equipment. • Vehicles may consist of tugs, forklifts, pay loaders, fuel trucks and other larger airport vehicles. • Inspects parts and/or motor vehicles to identify defective or broken parts. • Repairs diesel engines, hydraulic, electric, and mechanical systems. • Keep work areas clean and free of hazards. • Maintain the highest levels of standards, safety and security always. • Travel within the RS and Associates network to support our station ground service equipment when required. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Journeyman/Journeywoman Mechanic, minimum five (5) years related experience. • Must have knowledge of heavy-duty diesel/automotive equipment. • Experience with troubleshooting and repair of complex hydraulic and electrical systems required. • Must have own tools and be able to operate various power and hand tools safely. • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. • Must be flexible to work all hours/days including nights, weekends and holidays as dictated by operational requirements. • Wider understanding of the airport operational environment. • Good communication skills, verbal and written. • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and legally able to work in Canada. • Ability to lift to 70 lbs., be comfortable with bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling various items. • Must have valid G or G2 Driver’s license and be able to obtain and hold a valid DA. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: • Excellent organizational, time management skills. • Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines. • Strong teamwork and communication skills (written and oral). • Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems. • Sound knowledge of various methods and practices used in servicing and maintaining equipment. • Ability to obtain RAIC pass. • Clean driving record with Drivers Abstract certified copy. Send résumé to: Michelle Morris jobs@rsandassociates.ca

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Do you have management or leadership experience within the airline or airport industry? Drawn to the mild climate of coastal living on Canada’s West Coast? Beachcombing, kayaking, fishing, hunting, hiking and more? We have an opportunity for you. We are currently looking to find the right person to join our team as the United Ramp Inc., Prince Rupert Airport Base Operations Manager. This is the chance to continue your career in the aviation industry, while living in a small community in Northern BC and experiencing the best of West Coast living. YOUR ROLE: As a people leader, the URI Operations Manager directs all facets of station operations and station employees and establishes priorities of all customer-service functions, including ticketing, baggage handling, cargo operations (weight and balance), passenger security and reservations in a manner that ensures compliance with company service standards. Additionally, you will be expected to manage human resources, communicate priorities, motivate staff and create an environment that promotes teamwork. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead team and establishes priorities of all customer-service functions at the station, including ticketing, baggage handling, cargo operations (weight and balance), passenger security and reservations, in a manner that ensures compliance with customer & company service standards • Manage work group to meet pre-established on-time goals and minimum accepted performance goals • Manage all vendors, shareholders, and all related Prince Rupert contracts • Manage operations schedules, staffing schedules & all necessary training, to ensure exceptional service is provided for each customer’s needs • Implement customer service procedural process changes for each client’s service requirements • Represent United Ramp in the community through public relations activities • Oversee all station and customer resources, such as facilities, equipment & supplies • Develop people through effective performance management & ongoing feedback—focusing on delegation for stretch assignments, team growth & development, and time management • Supervise labour contracts & review & relay all schedule changes to all departments • Measure and report daily performance to the Director. • Ensure compliance with company policies and all federal, provincial, and local airport authorities’ regulations • Ensure all administrative reports, payroll and shift scheduling is kept current and sent in within the required timelines • Manage and approve Payables, ensure Receivables’ reports are fully completed and all financial documents are sent in as they occur QUALIFICATIONS: • A minimum of 5 years experience in guest services preferred • A minimum of 2 years leadership or management experience • Bachelor’s degree, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree, an asset • Budget management experience an asset • Analytical, with strong decision-making skills and the ability to problem-solve • Willingness and ability to instruct and train staff • Detailed oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment • Proven ability to motivate employees and improve and enhance group dynamics • Proven ability to use tact in communicating with others and able to constructively resolve problems • Strong communication (e.g., verbal, written, and listening) and presentation skills • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) • High school diploma or equivalent is required • Able to successfully pass a Criminal Records Check • Experience in station operations, passenger service, cargo handling, or ground operations • Knowledge of scheduling shift work, administering bargaining unit employees and budget controls • Experience managing large work groups • Knowledge of Air Canada System Regulations and FAA policies and procedures • Job-specific Leadership Expectations • Embody the company’s values: to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance and be remarkable.

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