The Canadian government has unveiled a new policy to promote Canadian employment and limit wet leasing in the air industry. Wet leasing allows Canadian companies to lease not just a foreign aircraft but also its crew, maintenance and other essential elements. Last year, two Canadian airlines used wet-leasing arrangements with foreign carriers. While maintaining the […]
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Tofino-Ucluelet-Long Beach Airport to receive $248,200 for new runway sweeper
The Tofino-Ucluelet-Long Beach Airport is receiving $248,200 through the Canadian Government’s Airports Capital Assistance Program (ACAP). The funding is being provided for the replacement of a runway sweeper. The new sweeper will ensure the timely and effective removal of snow, slush and ice from runways and taxiways. To date, through ACAP, the Tofino-Ucluelet-Long Beach Airport […]
Canada expands air links with China
Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird has concluded an expanded air transport agreement with China. The amendments to the agreement gives airlines the flexibility to offer more travel options and help Canadian airports attract new flight links, which will help to create economic opportunities in Canada and China. “Our government is focused on jobs, growth and […]
Canadian 10-Year ePassport now available
Canada’s new and more secure 10-year ePassport is now available to Canadians. ePassports are the international norm in travel documents and contain technologically advanced features, including an embedded electronic chip, to prevent fraud. The chip stores the same personal information as that which is recorded on the second page of the passport—except for the signature—as […]
Canadian Air Force receives first CH-147H Chinook Helicopter
The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) has received the first of 15 new Boeing CH-147F Chinook helicopters. The aircraft’s features include a modernized airframe with a long-range fuel system, upgraded electrical system, fully integrated Common Avionics Architecture System cockpit and Digital Automatic Flight Control System. The aircraft also has improved survivability features including a Directional […]