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n ThreaT-Based aviaTion securiTy – The way Forward

If you are old enough to remember, the show – Get Smart from the six-ties, the biggest enemy Maxwell Smart had to face was the group called CHAOS. To this end, ex-tremist groups have succeeded in creating Chaos and disrupting our movements, way of life and heaping billions of additional costs into our economic dealings. During 2009, just when we were coping with the worst and deepest economic down-turn since the thirties, learning how to sneeze again into our arms to avoid H1N1 and accepting the post 9/11 airport security process as a fact of life, along comes the Detroit bomber on Christmas Day.

In addition to the layers of air-

port security already in place, now its full body scans, no window shades open on aircraft lest we know where we are, no hand mo-tioning, no carry-on baggage, no getting up to go to the bathroom, etc. etc. I don’t disagree with any-thing that allows us to protect our national security, but it’s based on trying to guess what these extrem-ists are going to do next or react to what they’ve already done using aviation as their preferred target.

Going forward we need to give some thought to making our multi-layered aviation security systems based on threat-based thinking and tactics. When it comes to business aviation security going forward we need to ensure that we identify the threats to business aviation; the

measures taken already; and the steps that stakeholders such as CBAA have taken to enhance busi-ness aviation security. In 2009, the National Business Aviation Associ-ation (NBAA) welcomed a conclu-sion in a recent report conducted by the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Inspector General (DHS-0IG) that “general aviation presents only limited and mostly hypothetical threats to se-curity.”

The business aviation industry has always emphasized security, and in the years since the 9/11 at-tacks, we have remained diligent and adopted numerous measures to ensure that our aircraft, crews and passengers are safe and secure.

In addition to having a threat-

based security framework, I would also suggest that North American governments adopt the principles being proposed by the Clearance Coalition. These include Shared Data & Risk Assessment Approach-es; Joint or Integrated Procedures; Pre-Registration/Screening; and Perimeter Clearance Biometric Registration.

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R ichard Aboulafia, Vice Presi-dent of Analysis, Teal Group Corporation and a highly-re-

garded aviation authority will again present a business aviation industry overview and market forecast at CBAA 2010 in Calgary, July 7-8.

On Thursday, July 8 at The Shera-ton Cavalier Hotel, Richard will dis-cuss the current state of the global business aviation industry focusing on manufacturers and the market for business jets. He will also offer a

broad-context opinion on the Cana-dian market.

At Teal Group, Richard man-ages consulting projects in the com-mercial and military aircraft field and analyzes broader defence and aerospace trends. He has advised nu-merous companies, including most prime and many second- and third-tier contractors in the U.S., Europe and Asia. He also writes and edits Teal Group’s World Military and Civil Aircraft Briefing, a forecasting tool

covering over 135 aircraft programs and markets.

Richard writes publicly about aviation and defence, with numerous articles in Aviation Week and Space Technology, the Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Military Technol-ogy, Avmark Aviation Economist, and Jane’s Intelligence Review. He has a regular column in AIAA’s Aerospace

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2 CBAA | News Brief To represent and promote the Canadian business aviation community globally, advocating safety, security, and efficiency

55 Metcalfe St., Ottawa, Ontario K1P 6L5Tel: (613) 236-5611 • Fax: (613) 236-2361

E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.cbaa.ca

President and Chief Executive OfficerSam Barone, ext. 238 • [email protected]

Executive Assistant Aime O’Connor, ext. 228, [email protected]

Vice-president,Marketing and Communications

Andrew Oestreich, ext. 236 • [email protected]

Marketing and Communications Analyst, Rachel Duchesneau, ext. 221, [email protected]

Director, Membership and Convention ServicesJanet Maslin, ext. 225 • [email protected]

Manager, POC ProgramPeter Saunders, ext. 232 • [email protected]

Certification Specialist, POC ProgramTim Weynerowski, ext. 234 • [email protected]

Assistant, POC ProgramShirley Londry, ext. 229 • [email protected]

Finance, Barb VanDoorn, ext. 222, [email protected]”

Board of Directors – Executive Committee

Chair • Doug WareManager; FlightSafety Canada Ltd.

Vice Chair: • Rob MaddenDirector/Flight Operations

Province of Alberta, Air Transportation Service

Secretary • Dave Anderson, Vice-president; Anderson Air Ltd.

Treasurer • Jean MénardVP Commercial and Air Transport Sales,

EMS Technologies

Past Chair • Jean LangevinSenior Vice-president Operations Skyservice Business Aviation Inc.

Board Members-at-Large

Gary Banks • VP, Marketing & Sales Support; John Hopkinson & Assoc. Ltd.

Gordon Berturelli, Senior Vice-presidentInternational Business Development

World Fuel Services

Frank Burke, Operations Manager/Chief PilotTidnish Holdings Limited

William F. Clark • Barrister & Solicitor; Clark & Company

Anne Dinwoodie • Director, Flight Services, Execaire

Leonard Giacomelli, Director/Chief PilotScotiabank

Scott Harrold, GM YVR/BD Canada & Pacific USA,

Landmark Aviation YVR

Adam Keller • President; Chartright Air Inc.

Joe Zigrossi • President and CEO;Global Aerospace Underwriting Managers

Vice-presidentsAirports • Dave Dayment, Airport Operations Manager;

Toronto Airways Ltd.

Airworthiness • François Faust, Assigned Engineer; Skyservice Business Aviation Inc.

Aviation Medicine and Human Factors • Dr. Randy Knipping

Maintenance • David Hall, Chief of Maintenance;Irving Oil Transport Ltd.

Operations • BC Campbell, Vice-president Flight Operations; Skyservice Business Aviation Inc.

Projects • Gary Banks, VP, Marketing & Sales Support; John Hopkinson & Assoc. Ltd.

Training • Doug Ware, Manager; FlightSafety Canada Ltd.

First Viking new production DHC-6 Series 400 Twin Otter takes flight

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Field Aviation completes Dash 8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft contract for U.S. Customs and Border Patrol

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Viking opens new corporate head office and manufacturing facility; Maintenance Repair Organization obtains EASA approval

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Media Releases 5

Field Aviation signs interior completions contract with Avitrade Belgium

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CBAA New Members 6

Media Releases 6

NAV CANADA News 7

Calendar of Events 7

Four to be inducted into Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame 11

New Products 12

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In advance of Transport Canada certification, the first new-pro-duction DHC-6 Series 400 Twin

Otter has taken its initial flight from Viking’s final assembly facility in Calgary, Alta.

Aircraft, manufacturers serial number (MSN) 845, Canadian reg-istration C-FMJO is the first new production Twin Otter since de Havilland Canada ended production in 1988 with the delivery of MSN 844. Sold to launch customer Zimex Aviation of Switzerland, MSN 845 is equipped with Honeywell’s Apex IFR digital flight deck, including FDR & CVR and configured with a commuter interior, the aircraft is to be used throughout North Africa servicing the oil and gas industry.

Steve Stackhouse, Manager of Flight Operations, along with Viking President and CEO David Curtis, pi-loted the aircraft on the initial flight, commenting, “the aircraft performed exactly as expected, it felt very stable, fast, and even with my thousands

of hours on type, this new Series 400 Twin Otter brought a smile to my face.”

“This is a significant milestone, not only for Vi-king and our entire team, but also for our many cus-tomers,” commented David Curtis. “Flying the first new Twin Otter in 22 years is the culmination of many months of hard work and determination by our staff and supply chain partners.”

The first production aircraft has been registered C-FMJO in honour of Mi-chael J. Orr, a former mem-ber of Viking’s Board of Directors. Mike was a keen supporter of the plan to restart Twin Otter produc-tion and sadly passed away on Oct. 10, 2006. In keeping with Viking tradition of naming aircraft, “Mikey” has been fondly added to the nose of MSN 845. Several of Mike’s fam-ily were in attendance to witness

the first flight.Viking announced the produc-

tion relaunch of a modernized Twin Otter in March of 2007 with the in-troduction of the DHC-6 Series 400 model, which features over 400 mod-ifications and improvements centred around a completely modernized flight deck and added safety systems, while retaining the legacy aircraft’s

famous robust airframe design. Most notable of these changes is the incor-poration of the fully integrated Hon-eywell Primus Apex digital avionics suite, and Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34 turbines engines to support the aircraft’s unsurpassed capability in specialized operating environments.

With Canadian certification im-minent, Viking expects the first cus-tomer deliveries to start shortly.

55 Metcalfe St., Ottawa, Ontario K1P 6L5Tel: (613) 236-5611 • Fax: (613) 236-2361

E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.cbaa.ca

President and Chief Executive OfficerSam Barone, ext. 238 • [email protected]

Executive Assistant Aime O’Connor, ext. 228, [email protected]

Vice-president,Marketing and Communications

Andrew Oestreich, ext. 236 • [email protected]

Marketing and Communications Analyst, Rachel Duchesneau, ext. 221, [email protected]

Director, Membership and Convention ServicesJanet Maslin, ext. 225 • [email protected]

Manager, POC ProgramPeter Saunders, ext. 232 • [email protected]

Certification Specialist, POC ProgramTim Weynerowski, ext. 234 • [email protected]

Assistant, POC ProgramShirley Londry, ext. 229 • [email protected]

Finance, Barb VanDoorn, ext. 222, [email protected]”

Board of Directors – Executive Committee

Chair • Doug WareManager; FlightSafety Canada Ltd.

Vice Chair: • Rob MaddenDirector/Flight Operations

Province of Alberta, Air Transportation Service

Secretary • Dave Anderson, Vice-president; Anderson Air Ltd.

Treasurer • Jean MénardVP Commercial and Air Transport Sales,

EMS Technologies

Past Chair • Jean LangevinSenior Vice-president Operations Skyservice Business Aviation Inc.

Board Members-at-Large

Gary Banks • VP, Marketing & Sales Support; John Hopkinson & Assoc. Ltd.

Gordon Berturelli, Senior Vice-presidentInternational Business Development

World Fuel Services

Frank Burke, Operations Manager/Chief PilotTidnish Holdings Limited

William F. Clark • Barrister & Solicitor; Clark & Company

Anne Dinwoodie • Director, Flight Services, Execaire

Leonard Giacomelli, Director/Chief PilotScotiabank

Scott Harrold, GM YVR/BD Canada & Pacific USA,

Landmark Aviation YVR

Adam Keller • President; Chartright Air Inc.

Joe Zigrossi • President and CEO;Global Aerospace Underwriting Managers

Vice-presidentsAirports • Dave Dayment, Airport Operations Manager;

Toronto Airways Ltd.

Airworthiness • François Faust, Assigned Engineer; Skyservice Business Aviation Inc.

Aviation Medicine and Human Factors • Dr. Randy Knipping

Maintenance • David Hall, Chief of Maintenance;Irving Oil Transport Ltd.

Operations • BC Campbell, Vice-president Flight Operations; Skyservice Business Aviation Inc.

Projects • Gary Banks, VP, Marketing & Sales Support; John Hopkinson & Assoc. Ltd.

Training • Doug Ware, Manager; FlightSafety Canada Ltd.

America. Frequently cited as an aviation industry authority by trade and news publications, Richard has also appeared on numerous tele-vision news and radio programs including ABC, BBC, Bloomberg, CBS, CNN, NBC, NPR and PBS. He has spoken at numerous indus-try conferences, presents a yearly lecture to the National Defense University/Industrial College of

the Armed Forces and has served as an expert witness in aerospace markets.

Before he joined Teal Group in 1990, Richard analyzed the jet engine market at Jane’s Informa-tion Group, served as an aerospace industry consultant for an interna-tional trade advisory company and supported research projects at the Brookings Institution.

Under the Perimeter Clear-ance approach and framework, the numbers of pre-registered travellers would be greatly in-creased. Through the issuance of a “Perimeter Card” with one-time biometric registration, there would be greater security through positive identity verification, en-try/exit tracking capabilities, and expedited processing for passen-gers. Also critical to the success of Perimeter Clearance is expediting the flows of people who live in Canada or the U.S. and travel to the other country. Frequent trav-ellers and commuters are catego-ries of travellers who would ben-efit from the one-time application of a Perimeter Card accessible to all modes of expedited clear-ance. The processes for achieving

expedited clearance could vary by mode of transportation. This is achieved differently for each mode using technologies that are specifically suited to the particu-lar throughput requirements or physical characteristics of each mode and so on. NEXUS/CAN-PASS are a great start and now need to be refined to apply along with other security protocols to such sectors as business aviation and FBOs.

I applaud government and industry for continually adapting and embracing security processes to keep us flying safer. Let’s con-tinue to work together to catch the bad guys without changing our society and killing the very in-dustry we need for our economic well-being.

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Above: The first Production Twin Otter Series 400 MSN 845 takes off on the maiden flight as Viking employees look on from Viking’s Calgary, Alberta final assembly facility.Left: After a successful 10-minute initial test flight, the first new Twin Otter Series 400 MSN 845 comes in for a landing at the Calgary International Airport.

First Viking new production DHC-6 Series 400 Twin Otter takes flight

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To represent and promote the Canadian business aviation community globally, advocating safety, security, and efficiency4 CBAA | News Brief

Field Aviation Company Inc. has delivered the last of seven Dash 8 Maritime Patrol Air-

craft (MPA) for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security – Customs and Border Patrol (CBP).

Following a thorough evalua-tion of aircraft, sensors and modifi-ers, Field Aviation modified the first Dash 8 Series 200 MPA aircraft for CBP in 2004, and additional aircraft were subsequently ordered such that the fleet now consists of four Dash 8 Series 200s and three larger Series 300 aircraft.

Field Aviation’s role in this pro-gram has been to receive each aircraft as a standard commercial version from the manufacturer, modify the structure, interior, navigation and communications equipment as well as other systems so the sensor hard-ware and the mission management system could be installed by ATK In-tegrated Systems in the U.S. prior to

final delivery to CBP. Taking advantage of the arrange-

ments that have already been estab-lished for exporting defence-related products from Canada to the U.S., all of the modified aircraft for CBP were contracted through the Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC).

Field Aviation’s chief operating officer, Joar Gronlund said, “This has been a very successful program for all parties involved, and a successful ex-ample of international cooperation. When CBP first started looking for Maritime Patrol Aircraft in this class, Field Aviation was able to show and demonstrate one of the early Dash 8 Series 200 aircraft before it was deliv-ered to our customer in Australia; this original MPA concept, including the structural modifications and the gen-eral layout, has been the basis for each succeeding customer variant.

“Field Aviation has never stood still with its development of the Dash

8 MPA, and several new features were introduced to meet specific CBP requirements, such as combined ob-servation windows/emergency exits and the 1,000 lbs Maximum Take Off Weight increase,” Gronlund added. “These improvements were subse-quently incorporated into the Austra-lian fleet when this was expanded and modernized between 2006 and 2007. We also ensured maximum common-

ality between CBP’s first four Series 200 MPAs and their subsequent three larger Series 300 MPAs.”

The primary elements of the sur-veillance system for CBP’s Dash 8 MPAs consist of Raytheon’s SeaVue 2032I Search Radar, L-3 Wescam’s MX-15 EO/IR turret feeding sensor information to ATK Integrated Sys-tem’s ISADS Mission Management System.

Field Aviation completes Dash 8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft contract for U.S. Customs and Border Patrol

Viking opens new corporate head office and manufacturing facility; Maintenance Repair Organization obtains EASA approval

To support expanding opera-tions for the Series 400 Twin Otter production and ongo-

ing de Havilland legacy aircraft op-erators’ customer support, Viking has added a new 84,000-square-foot facil-ity at its Victoria, B.C., location. The new building was officially opened in December 2009, and will serve as Viking’s corporate headquarters and main manufacturing facility. The ad-ditional space has allowed Viking to customize and develop production operations in line with leading-edge quality systems and continuous improvement targets, crucial to supporting the Series 400 Twin Otter production program launched in 2007.

The new building is situated next

to Viking’s existing heritage building that will continue to house Viking’s Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO) and Esso Fixed Base Op-eration (FBO). With prime air side location at the Victoria International Airport, the space now made avail-able in the heritage building will facil-itate growth of Viking’s MRO, which has made a commitment to support the growing international fleet of legacy de Havilland aircraft and new Series 400 Twin Otters.

Top: The main entrance and reception area of the new Viking corporate head office, located at 1959 de Havilland Way, Victoria International Airport.Bottom: The new 84,000-square-foot Viking corporate head office, housing Twin Otter Series 400 production and legacy de Havilland spares manufacturing.

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MEDIA | RElEasEsMEDIA | RElEasEs

Esterline CMC Electronics announces new executive appointments

Greg Yeldon, President of Esterline CMC Electronics (CMC), has made the following executive appointments, which came into effect on Jan. 4, 2010.

“We are implementing a new organizational structure to ad-dress the market environment, leverage our expertise in cockpit systems integration and avionics, and continue to grow the com-pany effectively,” said Yeldon.

Patrick Champagne has been appointed Vice President, Cockpits and Systems Integration, a new business unit that has been created to build on the company’s cockpit systems exper-tise and define the next generation of cockpit systems require-ments, across military and commercial markets. Mr. Champagne previously held the position of Vice President, Engineering, at CMC.

James Palmer has been appointed Vice President, Aviation Products, a new business unit that has been established to leverage CMC’s capabilities and develop new and next-generation aviation prod-ucts for both commercial and military applica-tions. Mr. Palmer will continue to be responsible for Commercial Services and Customer Support.

Jean-Michel Comtois has been appointed Vice President of Marketing and Sales, a single, integrated organization that is focused on effectively growing the company’s commercial and military aviation business. Mr. Comtois previously held the posi-tion of Vice President, Military Aviation, at CMC.

StandardAero names Jeff Manion as Vice President, Global Sales and Customer Service for Business AviationStandardAero, a Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) company, has appointed Jeff Manion to the position of Vice President, Global Sales and Customer Service for the company’s Busi-ness Aviation Sector.

Manion will be responsible for directing Business Aviation’s global sales and customer service activities as well as developing, planning and coordinating sales strategies and execution, managing sales pipeline processes, and ensur-ing the highest quality of customer service standards for the business aviation customers.

“As the newest leader on the Business Aviation management team, Jeff fills a critical position and will serve as a key asset in the fulfillment of our Business Aviation sales and customer service strategy,” said Scott Taylor, Senior Vice President of Business Aviation. “Given the breadth of his sales and leadership experience within the business aviation in-dustry, his decision to join StandardAero is a significant win for the company. Today’s announcement is yet one more acknowledgement of StandardAero’s commitment to ensuring its position as a top tier per-former in the business aviation market.”

Manion comes to StandardAero from Duncan Aviation, where he served in Sales, Management, and recently as Vice President of Sales. Prior to Duncan, Manion held various sales and marketing positions within the aircraft industry with companies such as LearJet, Camp Sys-tems and Cessna.

Manion is a licensed A&P Technician and holds a degree in Avia-tion Management from Colorado Aero Tech.

Canada’s Field Aviation Com-pany Inc. has been selected to produce and install custom

designed aircraft interiors for two new Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 air-craft under a contract with Avitrade Belgium, on behalf of its ultimate customer. The VIP interior modifi-cations will be the first of their kind installed on Dash 8 Q400 aircraft.

Field’s extensive experience in VIP interior modifications will allow them to individually tailor each air-craft to the specific needs of Avitrade Belgium.

Albert Bloem, CEO of Avitrade

Belgium, said, “By choosing Field to complete the interior of these aircraft we know we have made the right decision. In the past, they have continuously displayed the expertise, knowledge and dedication that have made them world leaders in inte-rior completions. I am looking for-ward to completing this new project with them.”

The first aircraft began its modi-fications at Field’s completion cen-tre at Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson airport in February 2010. The 62-seat economy configuration will be converted to a 28-seat, mixed-class

configuration. This will comprise a four-passenger VIP cabin complete with custom side ledges and foldout tables, an eight-passenger first-class cabin, and a 16-passenger economy section.

Field Aviation Vice President, Business Development, David Jen-sen, said, “We’re excited to be a part of this project; our planning is well un-derway and we are set to begin modi-fications in February, with final deliv-ery by the end of 2010. Interior mods and completions – VIP and paramili-tary – are a key market focus for us, and this contract reflects and under-

scores our capabilities and commit-ment in a highly competitive segment of the industry.”

Modification of the second air-craft will commence in April 2010, with its 62 economy seat plan to be converted to eight first-class seats and 32 economy.

Avitrade’s client has also speci-fied a number of high-end interior finishes for each aircraft. These in-clude specialized in-flight enter-tainment systems, satellite tele-phones, custom galleys, unique floor coverings, wood laminates, and redesigned lavatories.

Field Aviation signs interior completions contract with Avitrade BelgiumTwo new Bombardier Q400s to be given VIP interiors

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The CBAA is pleased to introduce the following companies as new members:

Goderich Aircraft Inc.Goderich Aircraft Inc. specializes in custom tailored refinishing and modi-fications on corporate aircraft. Our diverse specialties include Maintenance, Avionics, Paint, Interior and custom Modifications. Our ability to provide cost effective quality product has driven our phenomenal growth and development of various STC solutions for the VIP market.

The 115,000 square feet of hangar and workshop space allow us to effi-ciently manage every step of a work scope. Our team realizes that an organized professional work environment is key to efficiency and an on-time delivery. Our continuous improvements and commitment to excellence has driven our com-pany to world-class standards.

SunPearl International Inc.SunPearl International Inc. is dedicated to providing total solutions to the global aviation industry. We are capable of providing a wide spectrum of ser-vices to commercial, business and general aviation operators as well as to the equipment manufacturers and service providers. Some of our activities are market development, fleet support, customer representation and training.

We are a strong promoter of Canada’s aerospace industry. We believe that there are many unexplored opportunities for Canadian Aerospace companies to grow in the emerging aviation markets. We will make use of our deeply root-ed industry experience and contacts to facilitate the entry of Canadian organi-zations to the markets in Asia and elsewhere.

Our definition of a great flight? Uneventful..... Whether you charter one of our Dassault Falcon Jets or executive style turboprops you will step into a world of unparalleled service and personalized attention to detail. No request is too great or too small for our 24/7 concierge service. It’s what distinguishes us as your preferred choice. And it means you can simply sit back and enjoy a perfect flight.

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Field Aviation defines modified business focus; launches new corporate identityCanada’s Field Aviation Company Inc. has realigned its business direc-tion to place a stronger operational focus on modification and conver-sions of aircraft for special mission roles, and VIP and corporate shuttle interior completions for regional aircraft.

To reflect its new direction, the company is launching a new corpo-rate identity that will drive its new branding strategy. In recognition of the company’s international reach and influence, the official launch of Field’s new branding and redesigned website (www.fieldav.com) took place at the Singapore Airshow, Feb. 2-7, 2010.

Field Aviation Vice-President of Marketing, Chris Cooper-Slipper, said, “The emphasis on our new business focus is in response to strong customer demand within these two key areas of our operations. The ex-pansion of our VIP interior completions and special mission modifica-tions programs is an exciting step into the future for our business as we enter this new decade.”

“In designing a new logo, we wanted a fresh, bold look to represent Field’s new business direction, while incorporating its proud Canadian heritage and more than 60 years of history as a market leader in the avia-tion industry,” he added. “We believe we have achieved this goal; now we will commit ourselves to maintaining this dedication to all of our customers.”

CBAA 2010 Sponsorship Opportunities available now!

Visit http://www.cbaa.ca/convention/ cbaa-2010-sponsorship-opportunities

for more information

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NAV CANADA | NEWs

CBAA Dates to Note:

February 24, CalgarySouthern Alberta Chapter Meeting. Sponsored by Prairie Aircraft Sales. 1700. SAIT. Information: [email protected]

April 28, CalgarySouthern Alberta Chapter Meeting. Sponsored by Hawker Beechcraft. 1700. SAIT. Information: [email protected]

April 29, RichmondPacific Chapter Meeting. Sponsored by Hawker Beechcraft. 1730. Landmark Aviation. Information: Scott Harrold, [email protected]

Other Dates of Interest:

July 7-8, CalgaryCBAA 2010. Information: www.cbaa.ca/convention.

March 29-April 1, New OrleansNBAA 37th Annual International Operators Conference. Information: www.nbaa.org/events

May 4-6, Geneva, SwitzerlandEBACE2010. Information: www.ebace.org

November 7-9, VancouverATAC 2010. Information: www.atac.ca

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n nav canada announces FirsT

quarTer Financial resulTsNAV CANADA has released its financial results for the three months ended Nov. 30, 2009, which is the first quarter of its 2010 fiscal year. The results show continued success in controlling costs while maintaining safe and efficient air navigation services, despite a continued reduction in air traffic levels and revenues com-pared to the first quarter of fiscal 2009.

In the first quarter of fiscal 2010, the company had an excess of expenses over revenues and other income after rate stabiliza-tion of $6 million. The company finished the quarter with a rate stabilization account liability of $2 million. However, when adjusted for rate setting purposes, there is a notional balance in the rate stabi-lization account of $119 million, which reflects the company’s ex-pectation that the majority of the fair value adjustments on its asset-backed commercial paper invest-ments will be recovered over the terms of these investments.

“Our results reflect the impact of the global economic downturn on all our customers,” said John Crichton, NAV CANADA Presi-dent and CEO. “While some im-provement is anticipated during fiscal 2010, the aviation industry is still facing an extremely challeng-ing traffic and revenue environ-ment.

“NAV CANADA is well aware of the need to maintain our focus on safe and efficient air naviga-tion services while controlling our discretionary expenses, and this is reflected in our results,” he added.

In light of the notional balance in the rate stabilization account, the company does not intend to increase customer service charges

at this time. “We will continue to carefully monitor air traffic and revenue, and in April 2010 we will reconsider the need for a change in rates for effect thereafter, in accor-dance with the ANS Act,” stated Crichton.

The company’s revenues be-fore rate stabilization for the first quarter of fiscal 2010 were $281 million, compared to $296 million for the comparable period in the previous year. The lower revenues arose primarily from a 5.7 per cent year-over-year decline in air traffic volumes.

Operating expenses before rate stabilization for the quarter were $228 million, after capital-izing $13 million more of internal labour and travel costs than in the prior year period, in line with the company’s revised accounting policy. Operating expenses were $7 million lower than in the first quarter of last year. Management continues to effectively manage headcount and overtime to offset somewhat higher compensation levels.

Interest, depreciation and amortization expense before rate stabilization totalling $60 million was $1 million lower than in the comparable period of the prior year. The fair value of the com-pany’s investments in ABCP re-structured notes remained stable at $204 million on holdings with a face value of $362 million. Of the total fair value provision of $158 million, $117 million is consid-ered recoverable over the term of the notes.

The company’s financial statements and management’s discussion and analysis for the three months ended Nov. 30, 2009, are available on NAV CANADA’s website at: www.navcanada.ca.

CBAA’s Members Directory coming soon!

The CBAA Member’s directory will be delivered to all CBAA

members early this year. This directory will act as a valuable resource for CBAA

members to have a listing of services available at their fingertips.

Look for your copy soon!

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the premier gathering of the Canadian business aviation industry

Join us in Calgary July 7 & 8, immediately ahead of the world famous Calgary Stampede, for CBAA 2010

cbaa2010• Experience the Canadian business aviation culture

• Interact with industry leaders including C-level executives, flight department personnel, and owner-operators

• Visit industry-leading companies on the trade show floor

• Tour business jets presenting emerging airplane technology on static display

• Learn why business aviation is a valuable corporate asset and how to make it accessible to you

preliminary programWednesday, July 717th Annual Golf Tournament benefiting Hope Air and the Alberta Children’s Hospital – Silverwing Golf CourseIce Breaker Networking Reception – Sheraton Cavalier Hotel

Thursday, July 8

Plenary Sessions – featuring Richard Aboulafia, Vice President Analysis, Teal Group Corporation – Sheraton Cavalier Hotel

Annual General Meeting

Trade Show and Static Display – Landmark Aviation and Shell Canada

exhibitor informationTrade Show and Static Display – Thursday, July 8, hosted by Landmark Aviation. It’s the same number of display hours as in previous years, they’re just all in one day!

Booths: A 10’ x 10’ space includes pipe & drape, carpet and two complimentary registrations CBAA Members: CAN$1,495 Non Members: CAN$1,695

Static: Outdoor space only CBAA Members: CAN$1.00/ft2 Non Members: CAN$1.25/ft2

attendee informationCBAA 2010 is a two-day event loaded with quality speakers, the trade show and static display, a fundraising golf tournament and networking opportunities allowing you to connect with industry leaders and vendors.

Full Registration: CAN$350Includes: Ice Breaker Reception on Wednesday evening and all meetings and functions on Thursday.

sponsorship opportunitiesCBAA 2010 is the premier gathering of the Canadian business aviation community and offers an excellent venue within which to do business and network.

There will be many opportunities to achieve optimum exposure for your company to the 700+ participants at CBAA 2010.

Visit our website www.cbaa.ca for additional cbaa2010 information as it becomes available.

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ATTENDEE & GOLF TOURNAMENTREGISTRATION FORM

SAVE $50!Register by June 4, 2010

Return form to: CBAA, 430-55 Metcalfe St., Ottawa, ON K1P 6L5 Fax: (613) 236-2361Accurate at time of publication. Visit www.cbaa.ca for up to date information.

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GOLF TOURNAMENT BENEFITING HOPE AIR & ALBERTA CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL FOUNDATIONSilverwing Golf Course – Wednesday, July 7

Fee includes: golf, cart, lunch, prizes Club Rental Fee SUB TOTALGolfer #1: LH q RH q $24 q $150 qGolfer #2: LH q RH q $24 q $150 qGolfer #3: LH q RH q $24 q $150 qGolfer #4: LH q RH q $24 q $150 q

GOLF CART RENTAL AGREEMENT – Golfer agrees to keep carts in the same condition as when received. It is understood and agreed that no right of action whatsoever shall accrue to Silverwing Golf Course or CBAA for damages of any kind whatsoever arising from the use of, operation of or in any way connected with the carts or any part thereof, from whatever cause arising, golfer agrees to hold all parties free and harmless from all such damage. Golfer acknowledges personal liability to pay Silverwing’s costs to repair all damages to said property and Silverwing’s costs including attorney fees incurred in collection of payment due from golfer.

ADDITIONAL DONATION TO HOPE AIR and/or ALBERTA CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL – Tax receipts will be issued HOPE AIR

ALBERTA CHILDREN’S

HOSPITAL$25 q $25 q$50 q $50 q$75 q $75 q

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CANCELLATION POLICY Convention registration may be cancelled in writing only. Full refund for cancellation up to and including May 28; 50% refund for cancellation between May 28 and June 18. No refund for cancellations after June 18, 2010.

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APPLICATION FOR EXHIBIT AND STATIC SPACEReturn form to: CBAA, 430-55 Metcalfe St., Ottawa, ON K1P 6L5 Fax: (613) 236-2361

Information accurate at time of publication. Visit www.cbaa.ca for up to date information.

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RESERVE BOOTH SPACE DESCRIPTION QTY Booth

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BOOTH SELECTION: A floor plan is available at www.cbaa.ca/convention. Please list your top six choices. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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RESERVE OUTDOOR STATIC SPACE A minimum charge of CAD$600 applies for static space.

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TOTAL CANADIAN $CONTRACTIn signing this application/contract, the Exhibitor assumes entire responsibility, and hereby agrees to protect, indemnify, defend and hold CBAA, The Sheraton Cavalier Hotel, Calgary Airport Authority, Landmark Aviation, and their respective officers, employees, members and agents harmless from and against any and all claims, losses, injuries, and damages to persons or property, government charges or fines and attorney’s fees arising out of or caused by the Exhibitor’s installation, removal, maintenance, occupancy or use of the Convention premises, or any part thereof, or arising out of or caused by Exhibitor’s participation in Convention activities.

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This application is hereby accepted by CBAAand the following booth number assigned:

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CANCELLATION POLICY All cancellations must be provided in writing. For static display aircraft cancelled on or before June 4, 2010 there is a 50% refund. There are no refunds for cancellations after June 4, 2010.

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C anada’s Aviation Hall of Fame (CAHF) will induct four Canadians at its 2010 annual

dinner and ceremony at the River Rock Casino and Hotel in Vancou-ver, B.C., June 10.

This year’s inductees’ achieve-ments span over 90 years of flight. From flying in two world wars, in space and in remote, dangerous con-ditions, within military, medevac, private and commercial sectors, this year’s inductees epitomize the Cana-dian spirit represented by the CAHF.

The 2010 inductees are Canadian former Chief Astronaut Julie Payette, a pilot, engineer, and musician who has logged more than 1,200 hours flying and 25 days in space; inspi-rational female flight instructor Vi Milstead Warren, who also worked in remote and dangerous condi-tions as Canada’s first female bush pilot. WW1 fighter pilot Redford Henry “Red” Mulock will also be inducted; he is recognized for his combat flying in WW1 with a Distin-guished Service Order and as a Com-panion of the British Empire who rose to the rank of RCAF Reserve Air Commodore. Northern bush pilot Willy Laserich will also be inducted; he flew over 3,000 medevac flights and 100 search and rescue missions.

Since its establishment in 1973, just 196 individuals have been hon-oured for their achievements in advancing Canadian aviation and space endeavours. All inductees have played integral roles in Canada’s strong aviation history; roles that contributed significantly to Canada’s technical and commercial growth. These four honourees bring the total to 200.

Julie Payette (1963- ) is a multi-lingual pilot, musician and singer who epitomizes the talents and edu-

cation of Canadians selected as astro-nauts. She logged more than 1,200 hours as a pilot, before becoming the chief astronaut of the Canadian Space Agency from 2000 to 2007. Julie has now spent more than 25 days in space, where she supervised a spacewalk for space shuttle Discov-ery, operated the ‘Canadarm’ robotic arm, served as mission specialist on a number of operations, and served as flight engineer aboard space shuttle Endeavor.

Vi Milstead Warren(1919- ) is a pilot and role model for women in aviation. She achieved the rank of first officer working for the Air Transport Authority in WW2 fly-ing more than 47 types of aircraft. Following the war, she worked as

Canada’s first female flying instruc-tor, before breaking new ground as Canada’s first female bush pilot flying in some of the country’s most remote and dangerous conditions. In 2004, she was inducted as a Member of the Order of Canada.

Redford Henry “Red” Mulock (1886-1961) of Winnipeg, distin-guished himself as one of Canada’s most highly skilled pilots, earning

the Distinguished Service Order in his first year of service with the Royal Naval Air Service during WW1. His extraordinary career trajectory continued as he rose in rank and re-sponsibility through the Royal Air Force. As group captain he led a bomber group, and following the war was honoured as a Companion of

the British Empire, going on to join Canadian Airways Ltd and rising to the rank of air commodore in the RCAF reserve.

Willy Laserich (1932-2007) earned admiration as both an indi-vidual and a pilot during his career. He maintained a perfect safety re-cord for 50 years, but was also known as someone who could take calculat-ed risks. He continually campaigned for better air services and facilities for the people of the Northwest Territo-ries. He flew more than 3,000 mede-vac flights, more than 100 search and rescue operations and saw six babies born aboard his aircraft.

Four to be inducted into Canada’s Aviation Hall of FameWW1 veteran, female astronaut, flight instructor and northern pioneer cited

BrieF hisTory oF The hallCanada’s Aviation Hall of Fame is located in the hangar at the Reynolds-Alberta Museum in Wetaskiwin, Alta., south of Edmonton. Since its founding in 1973, Members have come from all across Canada and have led extraordinary lives as military and civilian pilots, doctors, scientists, inventors, aeronautical engineers and administrators.

The Hall strives to increase the public’s understanding and interest in aviation history by making its displays, archives, records and artifacts accessible to current and future genera-tions. The heroism and cour-age embodied in the Members of the Hall serves to kindle the spirit of adventure in Canada’s youth.

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NEW | PRODUCTs

Esterline CMC Electronics (CMC) displayed its advanced avionics sys-tems at this year’s Heli-Expo. Show attendees were invited to drop by and find out more about the company’s industry leading flight management systems (FMS), Wide Area Augmen-tation System Global Positioning System (WAAS GPS) receivers, elec-tronic flight bags (EFB) and tactical mission displays.

CMC’s Flight Management Systems are in service with over 60 airlines and military operators. The CMA-9000 is a family of compact FMS variants that is well suited for modern digital cockpits in fixed and rotary wing aircraft for both civil and military applications. It is the next-generation FMS derived from CMC’s successful CMA-900 FMS/GPS and CMA-3000 helicopter FMS. The single unit CMA-9000 is civil certified for multi-sensor navigation capabilities.

CMC’s FMS systems have been

selected for the onboard avionics and fleet upgrades of several aircraft types, including the Swiss Army Super Puma Mark I fleet, the Bavarian Police and German Army EC-135 training heli-copters, France’s Sécurité Civile EC-145s, the French Air Force’s EC-725 Combat SAR helicopters, the Czech Air Force’s Mi-171S transport heli-copters and an international AS-332 Super Puma helicopter fleet upgrade.

CMC’s position as technology leader for high-integrity aviation GPS technology and products was recon-firmed with the certification of its IntegriFlight™ WAAS GPS product family by the Federal Aviation Ad-ministration and Transport Canada for stand-alone approach operations. This has been accomplished by the ad-dition of CMC’s CMA-5025 product as a control panel for the company’s CMA-5024 (WAAS) GPS receiver.

The CMA-5024 is an air trans-port quality WAAS GPS receiver spe-cifically designed for ease of retrofit

and adaptability to either existing or new build air-craft. Due to its compact and rugged nature, and ex-tremely high reliability, it is an ideal solution across a wide range of aircraft, from helicopters and busi-ness jets to airliners.

CMC’s PilotView© EFB improves productivity by enabling pre-flight planning and efficient access to up-to-date aircraft documentation, checklists and flight planning information. PilotView increases situational awareness in-flight with en-route, approach charts, moving map display, EVS display and graphical real-time weather informa-tion. The PilotView is a compact, lightweight system with a display/processor unit and aircraft interface unit which are to easy to install in a variety of cockpits where space is at a premium.

CMC’s compact TacView©

Portable Mission Display is specifically designed to facili-tate military and paramilitary airborne mission effective-ness through improved real-time situational awareness. TacView consists of a rugged, compact, self-contained, night vision imaging system com-patible smart display and com-panion power supply/interface

module. TacView provides function-ality enhancements for military trans-ports, fighters and helicopters, with-out having to modify the aircraft’s existing operational flight program.

Some of the functions that can be hosted by TacView include tactical data link display for network-centric communications, portable mission planning, digital moving map, real-time weather imagery, electronic aero-nautical charts and sensor imaging. The TacView also provides a path to paperless cockpit operations on board military aircraft.

n esTerline cMc elecTronics displays iTs leading edge avionics

CMC Electronics (CMC) has been selected by Patria, Finland, to per-form a glass cockpit upgrade of the fleet of BAE Systems Hawk Mk66 advanced jet trainers for the Finnish Air Force, which purchased the 18 ex-Swiss Air Force aircraft in 2007 to add to its fleet of Hawk Mk51s.

CMC was previously selected by Patria to supply its integrated glass Cockpit 4000™ for the avionics up-grade of Hawk Mk51 trainers for the Finnish Air Force in January 2007. The final deliveries have recently been made for this program. On completion of this new contract, the Finnish Air Force will have a fleet of 26 upgraded Hawks, consisting of 18 Mk66 and 8 Mk51 advanced trainers.

The Hawk provides basic and advanced training at Kauhava Air Base for pilots destined for the F-18C and F-18D equipped front-line squadrons. The contract covers the adaptation of CMC’s’ Cockpit 4000

integrated avionics suite for the Hawk M66 trainer aircraft. The upgrade aims to further increase the quality of flight training by improving the Hawk jet trainers’ training efficiency and extending the training that is currently carried out on Hawks. The BAE Systems Hawk Mk51 first en-tered service with the Finnish Air Force in 1980.

Jean-Michel Comtois, Vice-Pres-ident, Marketing and Sales, Esterline CMC Electronics, stated: “CMC’s in-tegrated glass Cockpit 4000 avionics suite is designed specifically to lower training costs while offering superior training capabilities and, if required, to provide an operational weapons de-livery role. By using CMC’s advanced cockpit avionics, fast jet pilot training, from basic to advanced level can be performed using a single platform, re-sulting in a significant savings.”

Jukka Holkeri, Executive Vice-President, Patria, added: “This mod-

ernization significantly improves the usage of the Finnish Air Force (FINAF) Mk.66 fleet in today’s demanding military pilot training. It also strengthens Patria’s capabili-ties to support FINAF as a strategic partner in the area of OFP (Opera-tional Flight Program) software de-velopment. The Hawk Mk.66 fleet modernization further improves Patria’s and FINAF’s joint efforts to offer training services for foreign customers at Kauhava airbase in Fin-land. Patria, together with Esterline CMC Electronics, look forward to providing this competitive upgrade solution to other Hawk Mk50/60 series users.”

The Patria upgrade core avionics comprise CMC’s powerful open-ar-chitecture mission computer, a wide field of view SparrowHawk Head-Up Display (HUD) and up-front control panel; two 5x7 inch multifunction displays (one in each cockpit), and

a HUD repeater for the rear seat in-structor in each aircraft. In addition, the avionics suite features mature and proven operational flight pro-grams that integrate the aircraft sen-sors, radios and weapons systems to provide a wide range of navigation and mission requirements. CMC’s standardized avionics suite minimiz-es the integration effort required for aircraft installation – a key factor in reducing costs for customers.

Patria currently supports a fleet of 67 BAE Systems Hawks for the Finn-ish Air Force, the majority of which were assembled by Patria. Patria also has responsibility for maintaining the Hawks during their in-service life as well as performing modifications. In November 2008, CMC signed a teaming agreement with Patria Avia-tion for the exclusive marketing of cockpit avionics upgrades of BAE Systems Hawk Mk50/60 and 100 series trainer aircraft.

n paTria and Finnish air Force selecT esTerline cMc elecTronics For cockpiT upgrade oF hawk Mk66 Trainers

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