
Aviation.ca News Syndication
Updated: 6 min 35 sec ago
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COM DEV International Ltd. (TSX: CDV)
today announced that it has been awarded a $12.3 million dollar contract by
MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (MDA) to deliver the payload for
Project SAPPHIRE, the first dedicated space mission for Canada's Department of
National Defence (DND)....
Thu, 2008-07-24 14:51
Air Canada flight attendants are pushing back
against the airline's plans to close flight attendant bases and terminate
hundreds of jobs.
Thu, 2008-07-24 07:19
Amid the bustle of the second day of trade at the 60th Farnborough International Airshow, Viking Air Limited of Victoria, BC accepted another deposit for the new DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 400, sold to Montenegro Charter Company, of Podgorica, Montenegro.
Thu, 2008-07-24 07:15
The Boeing Company, the world's largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners and military aircraft, has signed a "Software License Distribution Agreement" with Mxi Technologies, a leader in aviation maintenance management software. Under terms of the agreement, Mxi will supply Maintenix(R), an...
Thu, 2008-07-24 07:10
Air Canada today announced that it has
reached an agreement in principle with Continental Airlines, the fourth
largest carrier in the United States, to provide customers an enhanced travel
experience through access to a broader network and seamless services provided
in cooperation by the...
Thu, 2008-07-24 07:07
For the six months ended June 30, 2008, approximately 1,791,500
passengers passed through this community, representing a 2.7% increase over
the same period in 2007.
Thu, 2008-07-24 07:05
Cargojet is pleased to announce that it
has once again been awarded the Shipper's Choice Award. Cargojet surpassed
shipper expectations in the total Industry Sector Average and particularly in
the key areas of On-time Performance, Customer Service, Quality of Equipment &
Operations, Competitive Pricing,...
Thu, 2008-07-24 06:55
The Honourable Lawrence Cannon, Minister
of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, today announced the approval of
the Toronto Pearson International Airport to participate in the international
air cargo transshipment program. The program allows air cargo to be moved
through the airport for shipment to third...
Wed, 2008-07-23 17:05
Million Air Toronto is the executive FBO at the Toronto
Buttonville Municipal Airport (CYKZ). A long established and respected service provider, they
offer full service ramp and lounge facilities along with Air BP fuels. They have the advantage of
being a short and...
Wed, 2008-07-23 16:49
Air Canada today announced that together
with other Star Alliance partners it has applied for antitrust immunity in the
U.S. as a first step toward creating a new joint venture with Continental
Airlines, United Airlines and Lufthansa.
Wed, 2008-07-23 16:45
WestJet (TSX:WJA) today commented on a report of alleged fraudulent activity involving customer credit card information potentially emanating from self-serve check-in kiosks at Toronto's Pearson International Airport. WestJet announced that it will disable its credit card check-in functionality at all...
Tue, 2008-07-22 05:22
After almost half a century of service, and millions of revolutions*, Nova Scotias first escalators are retiring.In July 1960, when the then Halifax International Airport opened its doors, Nova Scotia welcomed its first set of escalators in the airport main...
Tue, 2008-07-22 05:14
A Buffalo and Cormorant crew from 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron were tasked by the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre in Victoria late last night to medically evacuate an ill 19-year-old male from Destroyer USS Milius.
Tue, 2008-07-22 05:11
On July 27, as part of
the 100th anniversary of the Plains of Abraham and the 400th anniversary of
Quebec City, the Air Cadets will join the National Battlefields Commission in
commemorating the historic flight of renowned aviator Charles Lindbergh, who
landed on the...
Mon, 2008-07-21 05:36
A CH-149 Cormorant helicopter from 442 Squadron performed an evacuation of an injured hiker off of Tumbo Island Saturday evening. The Cormorant was tasked by the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre in Victoria when they received a call from BC Emergency...
Mon, 2008-07-21 05:21
Move to Toronto, or look for a new job. Thats what Air Canada employees are being forced to do following a decision by Air Canada to no longer base flight attendants in Winnipeg. All flight crew bases in...
Mon, 2008-07-21 05:08
Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada and WestJet (TSX:WJA) today announced that children from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Calgary will participate in their Passport to Success program on July 21, 2008.
Mon, 2008-07-21 05:05
Porter Airlines will fly a full schedule of seven roundtrip flights every weekday between Toronto City Centre Airport (TCCA) and Newark Liberty International Airport as of Sept. 3. In addition, Porter will operate three roundtrips on Saturdays and six...
Mon, 2008-07-21 05:00
Parents with children who bought low-fare Air Canada tickets will be paying more if those children require car seats. A new policy by Air Canada now requires low-cost ticket buyers to pay $25.00 for a second piece of checked baggage...
Mon, 2008-07-21 04:35
On Thursday, July 17th, 402 City of Winnipeg Squadron was recognized for 10 years service to Habitat for Humanity. The ceremonial swinging of the hammer took place at the squadrons newest summer project site, 754 Minto Avenue,...