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APEX/CEA tackles new policies on in-flight consumer electronics

By on February 11, 2014 in Conferences

Rarely is the topic of portable devices on planes the focus of as much public attention as right now—making front-page national news and changing the way we look at our portable electronic and smartphone capabilities and the passenger experience overall. The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX), in conjunction with the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), is […]

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Production of Bombardier Q400 aircraft to launch in Russia in 2015

By on February 11, 2014 in Bombardier

The serial production of Canadian manufacturer Bombardier’s Q400 aircraft will be launched in Russia in 2015. The decision by Bombardier and Russian purchaser, Russian Technologies State Corporation (Rostec) to launch the production in Russia was made as a result of the increased cost—30 per cent—the aircraft would assume as a result of import taxes. According […]

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Raptors used to patrol YVR’s runways

By on February 11, 2014 in YVR Community

Thanks to its coastal location and flat terrain, Sea Island is an ideal spot for an airport.   It is also an ideal spot for bird species, including flocks of migratory birds that regularly stop over.   The proximity of feathered birds to metal birds poses a serious risk to aviation safety. To combat potential […]

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Record year at YVR, with another en route

By on February 11, 2014 in YVR Community

The final numbers are in for 2013 and they show a record year for passenger travel at YVR.   Canada’s second-largest airport, YVR, welcomed 17.97-million passengers last year, 2.1 per cent more than in 2012.   For those inclined to round up, that’s practically 18 million, but not quite. In fact, that’s one very busy […]

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YVR receives Bike Friendly Business Award

By on February 11, 2014 in YVR Community

YVR was recently recognized for its outstanding commitment to commuter cycling at HUB’s first annual Bike Friendly Business Awards ceremony and reception.    HUB (formerly the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition) is a charitable organization, established in 1998 to address cycling issues in Metro Vancouver.   As a community-based organization, YVR has proudly supported and participated […]

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