Travellers enrolled in the NEXUS screening program and other low-risk travellers will now process through airport security lines in an speedier fashion. Low-risk or Trusted Travellers are those who have undergone extensive background checks, such as members of the Canadian and American armed forces, uniformed airline crews and members of the U.S. Global Entry travel […]
Federal government speeds up screening times for low-risk travellers
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Did You Know—how many landings before an aircraft’s tires are replaced?
Aircraft tires do not typically have a definitive lifespan. Variables such as weather, hard landings, cross-wind landings, anti-skid action and rough or damaged runway surfaces all have an effect on the condition of the rubber surrounding the tire’s core. Recapped or retreaded tires is standard procedure in aviation and is regarded as being the most […]
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San Francisco offers a holiday season filled with activities and events
During the month of December, visitors to San Francisco will find the City by the Bay aglow with lights, sights and decorations that add to the city’s naural scenic beauty and magical atmosphere. While Christmas can be a challenging day to plan activities, several notable spots in San Francisco keep their doors open and the […]
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Airbus encourages young women to pursue aviation careers
Airbus continued its policy of encouraging young girls to consider studying aeronautics by recently welcoming secondary school students to its Toulouse site for a day, giving them the opportunity to meet Airbus employees and learn more about the different professions in the aeronautical industry. The goal of the Airbus’ program, “Elles du Futur – Girls […]
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car2go expands to Richmond and Sea Island
Global carsharing company car2go has expanded its one-way carsharing service to Richmond and Sea Island, providing its 75,000-plus Vancouver members with airport access and parking near YVR, via an exclusive partnership with Pacific Gateway Hotel. “Pacific Gateway Hotel at Vancouver Airport is excited by our partnership with car2go,” said Donald Pinkney, director of sales and […]
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New no frills Ultra Econo Fare class from Hawkair
B.C.-based airline Hawkair has introduced a new Ultra Econo Fare class on its flights. The Ultra Econo Fare is the airline’s lowest fare offered and is completely unbundled, allowing passengers the choice of paying for only what they need. The Ultra Econo Fare includes all fees, taxes and surcharges. Tickets booked under this fare are […]
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Atmosfair gives Air Transat high marks for environmental performance
Atmosfair, a German climate protection organization, has ranked Air Transat as the most climate-efficient airline in North America for 2014. Established in 2004, the atmosfair Airline Index (AAI) compares and ranks the carbon efficiency of 193 airlines worldwide. The formula used in the index contains information for every flight, aircraft type, engines, winglets, seating and […]
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Canada’s reformed Caregiver Program
The Government of Canada has made significant reforms to what was previously known as the Live-In Caregiver Program and which is now called the Caregiver Program. The Caregiver Program has been a feature of Canada’s immigration system for many years as a component of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. It allows Canadian employers to recruit […]
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YVR to participate in 2015 Cargo Logistics Canada Expo and Conference
The largest and most diverse gathering of stakeholders in the Canadian cargo supply chain will take place at the 2015 Cargo Logistics Canada Expo and Conference to be held at the Vancouver Convention Center West on January 28-29, 2015. As a major sponsor of the event, Vancouver Airport Authority is presenting the January 28 keynote […]
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YVR named ‘least frustrating’ airport by Bloomberg
YVR has been named the least frustrating airport for travellers in North America, according to Bloomberg’s Airport Frustration Index. Bloomberg’s rankings are based on, on-time departures and arrivals, travel time to downtown and back, washrooms, security lines and shopping amenities. Overall, YVR received the lowest (best) Frustration Index score (17.6 out of 100). Four other […]
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Leisure airline Air Canada rouge expands to Hawaii
Vancouver Airport Authority welcomed Air Canada rouge’s new year-round non-stop service between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Honolulu on November 21, 2014. As part of the celebration, departing passengers were offered a quick taste of Honolulu that included Hawaiian food and musical entertainment featuring ukuleles, drums and dancing. “Honolulu is one of our top 10 […]
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