http://www.calgaryairport.com RSS feeds for YYC 60 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/76/language/en-US/Skyservice-Airlines-Ceases-Operations.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=91&ModuleID=627&ArticleID=76 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=76&PortalID=0&TabID=91 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/76/language/en-US/Skyservice-Airlines-Ceases-Operations.aspx OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - March 31, 2010) - Canada's Transport Minister John Baird has issued the following statement: "Today, the Government of Canada was made aware that Skyservice Airlines is shutting down its operations. This is following the appointment of a Receiver by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. "Skyservice has indicated that it will ensure passenger issues are resolved promptly by working with all tour operator customers and other providers. "The Government of Canada is carefully monitoring the situation and encouraging Canadian airlines to assist affected passengers. "For Canadians currently travelling abroad, the Government of Canada has an emergency consular service telephone line (1-800-387-3124). "Consumers who have paid for Skyservice tickets should contact the Canadian Transportation Agency at 1-888-222-2592 or visit its website (www.otc-cta.gc.ca) for further information." CONTACT INFORMATION: James Kusie Director of Issues Management and Parliamentary Affairs Office of Canada's Transport Minister John Baird, Ottawa 613-991-0700 or Media Relations Transport Canada, Ottawa 613-993-0055   SuperUser Account Wed, 31 Mar 2010 21:39:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:76 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/77/language/en-US/YYC-Powers-Down-for-Earth-Hour.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=91&ModuleID=627&ArticleID=77 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=77&PortalID=0&TabID=91 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/77/language/en-US/YYC-Powers-Down-for-Earth-Hour.aspx YYC continues to build and develop airport facilities with leading sustainability designs and once again reduced its energy consumption numbers in support of Earth Hour with a reduction of 28.8 per cent on March 27, 2010. Calgary Airport Authority electricians and airport partners worked together to successfully reduce energy consumption at YYC between 8:30–9:30 p.m. by turning off non-emergency lights and mechanical systems at YYC, all without affecting life safety systems, impacting operations or inconveniencing the travelling public. YYC’s commitment to environmental leadership includes designing, building and maintaining YYC facilities with sustainable features. As Canada’s first GoGreen airport, YYC will continue to implement leading edge initiatives and technologies to grow the airport to meet the needs of the travelling public and airport partners without compromising environmental standards. For more information, contact: Jody Moseley The Calgary Airport Authority (O) 403-735-2197 (C) 403-807-9173 SuperUser Account Mon, 29 Mar 2010 21:41:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:77 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/78/language/en-US/Air-Canada-Launches-Calgary--Tokyo-Non-stop-Service.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=91&ModuleID=627&ArticleID=78 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=78&PortalID=0&TabID=91 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/78/language/en-US/Air-Canada-Launches-Calgary--Tokyo-Non-stop-Service.aspx Direct link with Asia offers convenient connecting flights throughout Asia CALGARY, March 27, 2010 – Air Canada today inaugurated its first non-stop flight between Calgary and Tokyo, the only direct link between Alberta and Asia.  Launch celebrations took place this morning at Calgary International Airport prior to the departure of flight AC009, with local dignitaries including Calgary Airport Authority Chair Douglas Mitchell, Calgary’s Deputy Mayor Jim Stevenson, and Alberta Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation Cindy Ady among others in attendance.  To mark the occasion, customers were entertained by Japanese drummers at check-in, while Geisha presented a customary Japanese tea ceremony.  Air Canada President & CEO Calin Rovinescu and Calgary Airport Authority Vice President, Marketing Stephan Poirier each painted the eye of a traditional Japanese Daruma doll, symbolizing good luck for the new venture. “Everyone at Air Canada, especially our Calgary employee team here are thrilled to launch our newest international route today between Calgary and Tokyo,” said Mr. Rovinescu prior to boarding the inaugural flight on a trip to meet Canadian business leaders in Japan, Korea and China.  “Air Canada is now giving Albertans travelling on business or leisure, as well as freight forwarders non-stop convenience to a major Asian gateway.  In addition, our new service to Tokyo offers a multitude of connecting flights with our Star Alliance partners to key destinations throughout Asia including Hong Kong, Manila, Seoul, Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok, Taipei and several points across Japan.  With the support of the Calgary business community, Tourism Alberta and our travel partners, this is the first step towards building a year-round, daily service. “Air Canada has invested significantly in the Calgary market over the past year, strategically responding to strong demand.  Air Canada’s superior schedule, unparalleled choice of non-stop destinations, award-winning products and service and loyalty benefits through Aeroplan clearly make Air Canada the airline of choice for customers.  With today’s launch of new non-stop service to Tokyo, we have introduced six new routes serving Calgary over the past year, including daily non-stop flights to Portland OR and London ON, summer seasonal service to Whitehorse YT and winter seasonal non-stop flights to Maui and Honolulu last December,” concluded Mr. Rovinescu. "With the addition of Air Canada’s new non-stop flight to Tokyo, business and leisure travellers in Alberta now have a direct link to Asia, through Alberta’s premier international passenger and cargo gateway," said Stephan Poirier, Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer for The Calgary Airport Authority.  ”This much anticipated route makes Calgary one of only three cities in Canada with scheduled air service to both Asia and Europe.  It represents a serious additional competitive advantage for our city and province solidifying Calgary's position as the best serviced city per capita in terms of air service in Canada." In addition to offering efficient connections at Narita to points throughout Asia with Air Canada’s Star Alliance partners, ANA, Asiana, THAI and United Airlines, Air Canada’s Calgary-Japan flights are timed to offer convenient connections to and from communities across Alberta and Western Canada served by Air Canada. Air Canada’s Calgary-Tokyo flights operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, departing Calgary at 12:45 p.m. and arriving in Narita the following day at 2:25 p.m.  Flights depart Narita on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 4:00 p.m., arriving Calgary same day at 10:45 a.m. Air Canada operates its Calgary-Tokyo flights with fully refurbished 211-seat Boeing 767-300 ER aircraft offering a choice of Economy Class and Executive First service featuring 24 lie-flat bed suites.  Further details and a virtual tour of Air Canada’s new cabin amenities including complimentary personal seatback entertainment at every seat throughout the aircraft are available at:  http://www.aircanada.com/en/travelinfo/onboard/cabincomfort.html Air Canada’s new Calgary-Tokyo service complement the carrier’s daily non-stop flights to Tokyo from both Vancouver and Toronto.  This summer, the carrier offers up to 17 flights each week from Canada to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport. Air Canada provides scheduled and charter air transportation for passengers and cargo to more than 167 destinations on five continents. Canada's flag carrier is the 13th largest commercial airline in the world and serves 31 million customers annually. Air Canada is a founding member of Star Alliance, providing the world's most comprehensive air transportation network for Canadian domestic, transborder and international travel. As well, customers can collect Aeroplan miles for future rewards through Canada’s leading loyalty program. - 30- Contacts:          Air Canada:                             Isabelle Arthur (Montréal)       (514) 422-5788                                                 Peter Fitzpatrick ( Toronto)      (416) 263-5576                                                 Angela Mah ( Vancouver)       (604) 270-5741 Calgary Airport Authority:       Jody Moseley                         (403) 735-2197           Internet:                                 www.aircanada.com                                                           www.yyc.com SuperUser Account Sat, 27 Mar 2010 21:43:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:78 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/79/language/en-US/YYC-Airport-Hub-Of-Activity-In-2009.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=91&ModuleID=627&ArticleID=79 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=79&PortalID=0&TabID=91 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/79/language/en-US/YYC-Airport-Hub-Of-Activity-In-2009.aspx Development and growth on the horizon of Calgary International Airport (YYC) Calgary, AB – YYC celebrated another successful year, welcoming new services and increased capacity in 2009 and in response to passenger feedback, opened new facilities and introduced state-of-the-art equipment for busy travellers. YYC was the hub for many exciting events and announcements in a year of global decreases in air travel, and continues to be Alberta’s premier international passenger and cargo gateway to the world, welcoming 12.2 million passengers in 2009. YYC saw an increase in new destinations and frequencies throughout North America and various sun destinations with WestJet Airlines and Air Canada. Announcements throughout this busy year included the consolidation and increased frequency of Mexicana Airlines in YYC to/from Mexico City, solidifying its presence in Alberta. YYC also welcomed the much anticipated inaugural flight of KLM’s direct service from YYC to Amsterdam and coming in March 2010 is YYC’s new non-stop connection to Asia, with the addition of Air Canada’s YYC-Tokyo flight. The Calgary Airport Authority continued to focus on providing a high level of customer service to passengers in 2009. YYC welcomed a new Airport Shuttle Service, which provides another great ground transportation option for travellers. In addition, the Authority reduced weekly parking rates at YYC in December 2009, just in time for the busy holiday travel season. A number of service enhancements were implemented in 2009 including a major expansion of the pre-board screening area at Concourse A, as well as many new and renovated retail product offerings. The new ‘Rocky Mountain Lounge’ also opened in September, YYC’s second common use lounge, which offers a first-class experience to all outbound US passengers. Other news at YYC included the opening of our new 1,950 stall parkade and the introduction of Express Pay machines throughout YYC, which allow travellers to pay for their parking and exit through a dedicated express pay lane. As a major economic engine for the City of Calgary and the Alberta region, YYC will break ground on the largest expansion project the airport has ever seen in early 2011. The Airport Development Project (ADP) includes the construction of a new Runway and International Concourse. The ADP will contribute approximately 10.5 million hours of employment to the Calgary economy and will significantly enhance the existing $6 billion value-added GDP contribution Calgary International Airport makes to the local economy. The ADP will be essential for YYC’s continued growth and development, enabling the airport to keep up with projected passenger volumes, which are expected to increase as the Canadian and global economy begins to rebound in 2010. For more information, contact: Jody Moseley The Calgary Airport Authority (O) 403-735-2197 (M) 403-807-9143 -30- SuperUser Account Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:48:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:79 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/80/language/en-US/96th-Avenue-Tunnel-Option-Preserved-Following-New-Runway.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=91&ModuleID=627&ArticleID=80 http://www.calgaryairport.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=80&PortalID=0&TabID=91 http://www.calgaryairport.com/News/tabid/91/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/80/language/en-US/96th-Avenue-Tunnel-Option-Preserved-Following-New-Runway.aspx For Immediate Release – March 8, 2010   (Calgary, AB.)  The City of Calgary and the Calgary Airport Authority have agreed on a plan to ensure future road capacity options are preserved following the construction of a new runway.  The plan involves preserving the land access points and planning framework for the potential development of a future east extension of 96th Ave NE through a tunnel under the 4th runway at Calgary International Airport, as well as upgrades to the existing road network adjacent to the Calgary International Airport.   The Calgary Airport Authority supported the City’s efforts to obtain funding from the provincial and federal governments. With the realization that funding will not be available at this time, both parties have agreed to revisit the possibility of adding the 96th Avenue extension, and associated tunnel under the 4th Runway, at a future date.   Barlow Trail between 48th Avenue NE and Airport Road will be permanently closed on April 3, 2011. The City of Calgary is confident that with the completion of Stoney Trail and with numerous planned upgrades to the northeast road network, including the completion of Metis Trail, the road network will fully accommodate all current and future traffic requirements.   To support the City and the community, the Calgary Airport Authority has undertaken to complete a new road connection between 36th Street NE and 48th Avenue NE.  This work, which is scheduled to be undertaken in 2010 at an estimated value of $ 10.5 million, will provide a new alternative road connection between McKnight Blvd. and Country Hills Blvd.   The Authority will continue on-schedule with the Airport Development Project (ADP), comprised of the new International Concourse and the 4th Runway. Preliminary construction works for the ADP are already underway and major excavation and grading will commence in January 2011. The ADP will provide 10.5 million hours of employment and is vital to the continued economic prosperity of Calgary.   -30-   For media inquiries, please contact:   Marc Henry Chief of Staff to Mayor Bronconnier (403) 268-8125 (Office) Marc.henry@calgary.ca (Blackberry)   Jody Moseley The Calgary Airport Authority (403) 735-2197 (office) jodym@yyc.com (Blackberry) SuperUser Account Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:50:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:80