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Subject: [The NetLetter] NetLetter nr 726 Oct 13/02 - The NetLetter
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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 726 Oct 13th, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
To get in touch with either editor/pilot our email address is
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. Nice to know.
Great news- Family Affair sell-off fares to Europe and Tel Aviv! Why worry
about standby travel when you can enjoy
Family Affair? Effective Oct. 14, through Dec.11, 2002, active and retired
employees, as well as eligible family members,
can purchase L class return fares to/from Munich, Madrid, Rome, and Tel Aviv
for travel beginning Oct. 28 —Dec. 12,
2002. Travel must be completed by Dec. 19, 2002. Fares for Europe from
Eastern Canada are $299 (€214 EUR), and
$399 (€286 EUR) from Western Canada. Fares for Tel Aviv are $399 from
Eastern Canada, and $599 from Western
Canada. All other conditions as per regular L class Family Affair program
apply.
Air Canada Vacations offers some sunny October deals. For the weeks of Oct.
13, 20 and 27, Air Canada Vacations
is offering all Air Canada, Air Canada Jazz and Air Canada Vacations
employees – family and friends included – an
opportunity to soak up some extra rays before the icy blast of winter
arrives. Enjoy special rates from Vancouver,
Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg, Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and Halifax. For
details, call (514) 876-0760 or toll free at 1-877-752-5510.
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. Need to know.
Our chief pilot - Vesta sends this information -
re travelling to Indonesia and Bali.
TERRORISTS MAY BE BEHIND ATTACK ON TOURISTS IN INDONESIA
At least 171 people were killed and more than 270 injured in an
explosion Saturday night that investigators said may have been a
terrorist attack on Indonesia's resort island of Bali.
In NetLetter 725spcl we provided information Q & A information received from
Employee Travel & Recognition. ETR has sent us this correction to the following
question -
Is there any movement afoot to enable retirees to obtain
"Compassionate passes" in such circumstances? The last time I
brought the subject up, I was informed that it was for "actives only"
because they are under the time restraints of having to get back to work."
I think we should be eligible, as well, because we retirees are under
the same "time restraints" when it comes to a family crisis. Getting
back home could be an ordinary priority, but getting to a family's city
is certainly time restricted to the same extent for active and retiree
Answer
Regretfully, our Policy has not changed at this point - only active
employees are entitled to A1/J10.
For clarification purposes, please take note that the priority for
compassionate travel is not A1/J10 it is A1/Y10
Another question has been received -
ARE MY INDEPENDENT CHILDREN ALLOWED TO TRAVEL ALONE ON MY PARTNER PASS
ALLOTMENT AT THIS TIME..OR IS THIS POLICY TO BE IMPLEMENTED IN 2003..
CONFUSED
Answer from Employee Travel & recognition -
Non dependent children will be able to travel unaccompanied as of Jan 5/2003
You will be able to enter them yourself directly to your travel profile at
"travel.aircanada.ca" anytime after January 5/2003
You will not be able to add them before that date.
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We continue to information started in NetLetter nr 725 -
Produced by Air Canada, Corporate Security Risk Management
September 2002
Chapter II. At The Airport
There are a number of things that you should remember when checking into an
airport.
· From the time you pack your luggage until you check it at the airport
maintain
positive control of all items, both hand carried and checked.
· When going through the pre-board screening process cooperate with security
personnel and remember that they are there to help ensure that your travel is
safe. Familiarize yourself with the items that are not permitted on board.
· If a conflict should arise while undergoing the screening process, cooperate.
Obtain the names of the screeners involved, and then discuss the matter with a
supervisor from the appropriate air carrier at a later time or submit this
information to Corporate Security Risk Management.
· Remember that x-ray will not damage film, videos or computer equipment. Only
bring on board what you really need and be prepared to demonstrate that your
electronic items are functional.
· Declare all currency and negotiable instruments as required by law.
· NEVER leave your luggage or briefcase unattended, even while checking in or
once in the secure zone. In some countries, the police or security forces
assume
that an unattended bag is a bomb, and your luggage could be forcefully opened
or even destroyed.
Chapter III. At The Hotel
Arriving at or Departing from the Hotel
The most vulnerable part of your journey is travelling between the point of
debarkation/embarkation and the hotel. Do not linger or wander unnecessarily
in the parking lot, indoor garage or public space around the hotel – be alert
for
suspicious persons and behavior. Watch for distractions that are intentionally
staged to setup a pickpocket, luggage theft or purse snatch.
Stay with your luggage until it is brought into the lobby, or placed into
the taxi or limousine.
Ask where the nearest fire stairwell is located. Make a mental note which
direction you must turn and approximately how many steps there are to the
closest fire stairwell.
Chapter IV. In Your Hotel
Hotel Room Key
Keep it with you at all times.
· Always keep your key by your bed when asleep
Upon Arrival
Study a good map of the city and make a mental note of alternative routes to
your hotel or local office should your map become lost or stolen.
· Be aware of your surroundings. Look up and down the street before exiting a
building.
· Avoid jogging or walking in cities you are not familiar with. If you must
jog, be aware of the traffic patterns when crossing public streets.
Valuables
Valuables should normally be left at home. The rule of thumb is, if you
neither want nor can afford to lose them, DO NOT TAKE THEM! However, if you
must carry valuables, the best way to protect them is to secure them in your
local offices. If that is not possible, the next best course of action is to
seal any valuables by double enveloping, initialing across seams and taping all
edges and seams before depositing them in the hotel’s safety deposit box or
safe.
Passport
Keep your passport with you at all times. The only time that you should
relinquish it is:
· To the hotel if required by law when registering.
· If you are required to identify yourself to local authorities for any reason.
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. From the RAPCAN eMailNews issued by Duane Frerichs -
Captain Glen House reminicences -
Subject: TCA 1937
My family drove to the old Lethbridge airport in north east Lethbridge 31
July 1937, to watched the first DOT. Lockheed 12A , CF-CCT land , taxi to the
old
hanger, park, and watched the pilots disembark. It was doing a survey flight
from
Montreal to Vancouver of the new airway. That was the first time that I had
seen pilots
in uniform.
On Oct 12, 1937, we were fortunate enough to see TCA L10A CF-TCB, flown by
Bill Straith, M.B. Barclay, and Z.L. Leigh, land at the Lethbridge air
field. This was the first flight for TCA from YVR to YWG.
My first sighting of CF-TCC was on November 4th, when Capt. Z.L. Leigh
landed for fuel, when flying the new L10A to YWG from YVR.
I was also present at the inauguration of Kenyon Field June 7, 1939. The
first plane to land on the new Lethbridge air field south of the city, was
almost two
years earlier, Nov.9 , 1937, and was DOT. Lockheed 12A CF-CCT.
In July of 1941, my first flight on TCA was from YQL to YVR in I believe in
L10A CF-TCB, I believe, although I can not confirm that, as I gave the original
ticket,
and Captains Bulletin to some one for the TCA museum several years ago. I do
still have the
wooden knife, fork and spoon, from that flight.
Aug 19th 1943, I returned YVR to YQL to report for my army draft. Capt.Don
Brady was in command with stew. D. Altwasser, in a Lockheed 14. Flight, on trip
4-19. Total cost $50.65.
Aug 29th 43, I returned to YVR and my former employment, when it was found
that I was employed in a restricted job and could not join any military unit.
On Feb 20th of 1944, I flew home to help my family with the farming. This
flight was with Capt. Jack Wright and stew. Flo Perkins. In April 1952, I flew
as FO.
on North Star with both of them.
Between 1944 and Feb.5th.1951,when I joined TCA, I finished school, got my
pilots license, studied Engineering, got my A&C Air engineers license, started
and
operated both Erco Sales and Service, and Alberta Aero Spray Companies, before
flying for TCA.
Thus my interest in one of the world's best airlines. Glen W. House, Capt.
ret.
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. Where are they now!
B737-275 fin540 C-GBPW c/n20958 originally CAIL fin 740 has been in
storage at Vancouver since Sept 2001. This aircraft was sold as scrap to Qwest
Air Parts be flown to Opa Locka (OPF) FL to handover to Qwest Air Parts.
This was the lastof three 737's sold to scrap metal dealer in Opa.
However, aircraft was not in shape to fly and has been broken up at Vancouver
inside hangar
by Air Canada staff in September and parts will be trucked to Opa Locka.
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. Our copilot - Terry, continues his travels-
Our tour of the Cape Breton started by renting a car at YHZ and, with Edie and
Tony Etheridge. We left YHZ at 18:00 on Thursday 19th Sept, after bidding
farewell to the U.K.Pionairs with whom we had enjoyed two days of socializing
and touring.
We drove towards Truro, and stayed at the Palliser motel. The motel overlooks
the Elm river which has the tital bore. We witnessed the midnight arrival. We
sat on the bank, with many others, and could hear the approaching water rush as
it approached. Quite strange to see this wall of water reflecting in the
moonlight as it swept past.
Edie Etheridge who was retiring from Air Canada after 40 years and, during that
time working in reservations, had handled the itineraries for a couple who
lived in Newton UK and Wallace, N.S. but had never met. This was her
opportunity, so we drove to Wallace and spend most of the day in their home.
The house was built in 1849 by the G.G.Grandfather. That evening we drove to
Port Hastings. The winds were high due to the tail end of the hurricane. We
stayed at the Sky Lodge just at the entrance to Cape Breton and a full
breakfast at the Irving gas bar was a great deal at $4.59 and gassed up at
74.9c ltr.
Saturday we started on the Cabot Trail along route 19, stopping along the way
for groceries for our picnics. We enjoyed good sunny weather. We paid a visit
to the Glenora Inn and Distillery at Mabou which produces North America’s only
single malt whiskey. We spent the night at the Duck Cove motel overlooking the
Margaree Harbour.
Sunday was still good weather, but the sea fog rolled in for awhile. We saw
some excellent sights, once the sea fog cleared. At Cheticamp we came across a
small tea bar and in the field next to it was an array of mannequins in
different dress. Some had the likeness of our politicians. At one place we
stopped, the sea shore was covered with pink granite rocks. We picnicked at the
site of the John Cabot landing. Afterwards we drove around a small fishing
village around Ingonish which had a very unpleasant odor certainly would not
like to live there. We found a delightful chalet to rent, price reasonable as
we negotiated for cash the power of cash! The chalet had two bed rooms,
complete with kitchen and a BBQ on the porch. We could not resist the BBQ, so
shopped locally for steak and had BBQ supper.
Monday, still good weather, we drove down the switchback road and stopped for
elevenses at St Ann’s Bay United Church, which has the Celtic Tea Room
attached. In the bay we saw seals swimming, but no whales. At this point, the
light on the gas dial blinked indicating that we needed gas. Well, be warned,
gas up when you can as the gas bars are few and very far between. We kept going
and going without seeing a gas bar and then the sound of a gong was now a
constant reminder that the car will soon need a drink now we were a tad
worried and were sure that, if it wasn’t for the down hill gradient into the
Baddock gas bar, the girls would have had to get out and push! We had gone 35
kms in that state. At Baddock, we toured around the Alexander Graham Bell
museum.
We then backtracked to route 105 to Sydney Forks and stopped two nights at the
Motel Belair Garden Chalets. Most chalets were under renovation, or needed it,
but adequate for us.
Tuesday we drove to Louisburg and spent a most interesting 4 hours there. Next
day we visited Glace Harbour, rather a down trodden town now, but a very
interesting coal museum. A visit down a 1932 mine which goes under the ocean
was a highlight as the guide had actually worked the mine when it was in
operation. We learned that, although there is a lot of coal which can be mined,
the government has elected to close the mines down and import any requirement
from the U.S.
Wednesday, we left the Cabot Trail and drove down the Fleur-de-lis Trail which
borders the Atlantic Ocean. Just outside St.Peters we found a B&B called
‘Grandma’s House’. This was a 1900 charming Victorian house furnished with
antiques. The owner informed us that the property was 50 acres and, together
with the house fully furnished, had be bought by them for $180,000
Thursday, we left Cape Breton and headed for Sherbrooke along route 7. We
stopped at the St. Mary’s River Lodge which was full, but they offered a house
in Port Hilford, which we took. This house was built by a sea captain in 1885
three bed rooms fully equipped.
The inside walls up the staircase were of tin brought over from France. Finding
the house was an experience as we took the wrong road and ended up getting lost
but stopped at a house and asked someone what road we were on, but he didn’t
know! However, he directed us to our destination.
Friday we headed for Truro again to stay at the Palliser, which we had pre
booked fortunately. We drove along the coast roads 16, 316, 211 and 367
unfortunately, the weather let us down as the tail end on the next hurricane
came through, and rain lashed down most of the afternoon. Upon arrival at the
Palliser, we were in time to witness a daylight Tidal Bore.
Saturday saw us bid farewell to Edie & Tony, we going west and they east. We
got our flight, into J! Stopped off at YUL and visited with our son and family
for a couple of days before heading back home to Vancouver Island.
Checking the flight for Monday, the direct to YVR was oversold, so we listed
for the first Rapidair with 58 open seats oversold when we got there. Same
with the 7:30, but we made the 8:00 which left 17 minutes late so missed out
connection in YYZ at 9:30, but made the 10:30 and into J again!. Missed our
connection at YVR for Vancouver Island, but made the 14:35 to complete a very
satisfying trip of 16 days.
Accommodations
Palliser Motel Truro $67.28 incl tax, 15% discount supper and free breakfast.
Sky Lodge Port Hastings $81.72 incl tax Restaurant on site.
Duck Cove Margaree Harbour $74.75 incl tax Restaurant on site.
Ingonish Chalets, Ingonish Beach $129.00 (We were four and, normally, $15.00
extra person we negotiated tax free so saved almost $50.00!)
Garden Cabins Sydney Forks $46.00 incl tax (under renovations)
Grandma’s House St. Peters $65.00 incl tax
House Port Hilford $129.00 incl tax
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. Terry's travel tips.
Jack Morath from U.K. sends this New Orleans info -
Just came back from there. We did a cruise out of New Orleans and stayed two
nights there beforehand. We stayed at an old house which is now a hotel. Its on
the edge of the French Quarter and walking distance for all downtown areas.
Built in 1837 and furnished in period furniture. We paid us$59.OO plus tax and
it included continental breakfast. Its called Lamothe House, and phone number
is 1-800-367-5858 or 504-947-1161. Fax number 504-943-6536. Web site is
www.ndew-orleans.org Hope this is useful. Jack Morath
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. Smilie.
Another one from Ted Tierney -
Lady on a busy and booked out Concorde flight asks passenger in the seat in
front.
"Sir, why has that seat beside you been left vacant" ?
Reply " booked for my wife but she died yesterday"
Response, "Then why didn't you give the ticket to a friend or relation ...
such a waste"
Reply. "Good thinking that ... but they are all at the funeral"!
Anon.
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Subject: [The NetLetter] NetLetter nr 726 Oct 13/02 - The NetLetter
Date: Sun, 13 Oct 2002 15:53:21 -0700
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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 726 Oct 13th, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
To get in touch with either editor/pilot our email address is
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. Nice to know.
Great news- Family Affair sell-off fares to Europe and Tel Aviv! Why worry
about standby travel when you can enjoy
Family Affair? Effective Oct. 14, through Dec.11, 2002, active and retired
employees, as well as eligible family members,
can purchase L class return fares to/from Munich, Madrid, Rome, and Tel Aviv
for travel beginning Oct. 28 —Dec. 12,
2002. Travel must be completed by Dec. 19, 2002. Fares for Europe from
Eastern Canada are $299 (€214 EUR), and
$399 (€286 EUR) from Western Canada. Fares for Tel Aviv are $399 from
Eastern Canada, and $599 from Western
Canada. All other conditions as per regular L class Family Affair program
apply.
Air Canada Vacations offers some sunny October deals. For the weeks of Oct.
13, 20 and 27, Air Canada Vacations
is offering all Air Canada, Air Canada Jazz and Air Canada Vacations
employees – family and friends included – an
opportunity to soak up some extra rays before the icy blast of winter
arrives. Enjoy special rates from Vancouver,
Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg, Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and Halifax. For
details, call (514) 876-0760 or toll free at 1-877-752-5510.
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. Need to know.
Our chief pilot - Vesta sends this information -
re travelling to Indonesia and Bali.
TERRORISTS MAY BE BEHIND ATTACK ON TOURISTS IN INDONESIA
At least 171 people were killed and more than 270 injured in an
explosion Saturday night that investigators said may have been a
terrorist attack on Indonesia's resort island of Bali.
In NetLetter 725spcl we provided information Q & A information received from
Employee Travel & Recognition. ETR has sent us this correction to the following
question -
Is there any movement afoot to enable retirees to obtain
"Compassionate passes" in such circumstances? The last time I
brought the subject up, I was informed that it was for "actives only"
because they are under the time restraints of having to get back to work."
I think we should be eligible, as well, because we retirees are under
the same "time restraints" when it comes to a family crisis. Getting
back home could be an ordinary priority, but getting to a family's city
is certainly time restricted to the same extent for active and retiree
Answer
Regretfully, our Policy has not changed at this point - only active
employees are entitled to A1/J10.
For clarification purposes, please take note that the priority for
compassionate travel is not A1/J10 it is A1/Y10
Another question has been received -
ARE MY INDEPENDENT CHILDREN ALLOWED TO TRAVEL ALONE ON MY PARTNER PASS
ALLOTMENT AT THIS TIME..OR IS THIS POLICY TO BE IMPLEMENTED IN 2003..
CONFUSED
Answer from Employee Travel & recognition -
Non dependent children will be able to travel unaccompanied as of Jan 5/2003
You will be able to enter them yourself directly to your travel profile at
"travel.aircanada.ca" anytime after January 5/2003
You will not be able to add them before that date.
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We continue to information started in NetLetter nr 725 -
Produced by Air Canada, Corporate Security Risk Management
September 2002
Chapter II. At The Airport
There are a number of things that you should remember when checking into an
airport.
· From the time you pack your luggage until you check it at the airport
maintain
positive control of all items, both hand carried and checked.
· When going through the pre-board screening process cooperate with security
personnel and remember that they are there to help ensure that your travel is
safe. Familiarize yourself with the items that are not permitted on board.
· If a conflict should arise while undergoing the screening process, cooperate.
Obtain the names of the screeners involved, and then discuss the matter with a
supervisor from the appropriate air carrier at a later time or submit this
information to Corporate Security Risk Management.
· Remember that x-ray will not damage film, videos or computer equipment. Only
bring on board what you really need and be prepared to demonstrate that your
electronic items are functional.
· Declare all currency and negotiable instruments as required by law.
· NEVER leave your luggage or briefcase unattended, even while checking in or
once in the secure zone. In some countries, the police or security forces
assume
that an unattended bag is a bomb, and your luggage could be forcefully opened
or even destroyed.
Chapter III. At The Hotel
Arriving at or Departing from the Hotel
The most vulnerable part of your journey is travelling between the point of
debarkation/embarkation and the hotel. Do not linger or wander unnecessarily
in the parking lot, indoor garage or public space around the hotel – be alert
for
suspicious persons and behavior. Watch for distractions that are intentionally
staged to setup a pickpocket, luggage theft or purse snatch.
Stay with your luggage until it is brought into the lobby, or placed into
the taxi or limousine.
Ask where the nearest fire stairwell is located. Make a mental note which
direction you must turn and approximately how many steps there are to the
closest fire stairwell.
Chapter IV. In Your Hotel
Hotel Room Key
Keep it with you at all times.
· Always keep your key by your bed when asleep
Upon Arrival
Study a good map of the city and make a mental note of alternative routes to
your hotel or local office should your map become lost or stolen.
· Be aware of your surroundings. Look up and down the street before exiting a
building.
· Avoid jogging or walking in cities you are not familiar with. If you must
jog, be aware of the traffic patterns when crossing public streets.
Valuables
Valuables should normally be left at home. The rule of thumb is, if you
neither want nor can afford to lose them, DO NOT TAKE THEM! However, if you
must carry valuables, the best way to protect them is to secure them in your
local offices. If that is not possible, the next best course of action is to
seal any valuables by double enveloping, initialing across seams and taping all
edges and seams before depositing them in the hotel’s safety deposit box or
safe.
Passport
Keep your passport with you at all times. The only time that you should
relinquish it is:
· To the hotel if required by law when registering.
· If you are required to identify yourself to local authorities for any reason.
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. From the RAPCAN eMailNews issued by Duane Frerichs -
Captain Glen House reminicences -
Subject: TCA 1937
My family drove to the old Lethbridge airport in north east Lethbridge 31
July 1937, to watched the first DOT. Lockheed 12A , CF-CCT land , taxi to the
old
hanger, park, and watched the pilots disembark. It was doing a survey flight
from
Montreal to Vancouver of the new airway. That was the first time that I had
seen pilots
in uniform.
On Oct 12, 1937, we were fortunate enough to see TCA L10A CF-TCB, flown by
Bill Straith, M.B. Barclay, and Z.L. Leigh, land at the Lethbridge air
field. This was the first flight for TCA from YVR to YWG.
My first sighting of CF-TCC was on November 4th, when Capt. Z.L. Leigh
landed for fuel, when flying the new L10A to YWG from YVR.
I was also present at the inauguration of Kenyon Field June 7, 1939. The
first plane to land on the new Lethbridge air field south of the city, was
almost two
years earlier, Nov.9 , 1937, and was DOT. Lockheed 12A CF-CCT.
In July of 1941, my first flight on TCA was from YQL to YVR in I believe in
L10A CF-TCB, I believe, although I can not confirm that, as I gave the original
ticket,
and Captains Bulletin to some one for the TCA museum several years ago. I do
still have the
wooden knife, fork and spoon, from that flight.
Aug 19th 1943, I returned YVR to YQL to report for my army draft. Capt.Don
Brady was in command with stew. D. Altwasser, in a Lockheed 14. Flight, on trip
4-19. Total cost $50.65.
Aug 29th 43, I returned to YVR and my former employment, when it was found
that I was employed in a restricted job and could not join any military unit.
On Feb 20th of 1944, I flew home to help my family with the farming. This
flight was with Capt. Jack Wright and stew. Flo Perkins. In April 1952, I flew
as FO.
on North Star with both of them.
Between 1944 and Feb.5th.1951,when I joined TCA, I finished school, got my
pilots license, studied Engineering, got my A&C Air engineers license, started
and
operated both Erco Sales and Service, and Alberta Aero Spray Companies, before
flying for TCA.
Thus my interest in one of the world's best airlines. Glen W. House, Capt.
ret.
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. Where are they now!
B737-275 fin540 C-GBPW c/n20958 originally CAIL fin 740 has been in
storage at Vancouver since Sept 2001. This aircraft was sold as scrap to Qwest
Air Parts be flown to Opa Locka (OPF) FL to handover to Qwest Air Parts.
This was the lastof three 737's sold to scrap metal dealer in Opa.
However, aircraft was not in shape to fly and has been broken up at Vancouver
inside hangar
by Air Canada staff in September and parts will be trucked to Opa Locka.
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. Our copilot - Terry, continues his travels-
Our tour of the Cape Breton started by renting a car at YHZ and, with Edie and
Tony Etheridge. We left YHZ at 18:00 on Thursday 19th Sept, after bidding
farewell to the U.K.Pionairs with whom we had enjoyed two days of socializing
and touring.
We drove towards Truro, and stayed at the Palliser motel. The motel overlooks
the Elm river which has the tital bore. We witnessed the midnight arrival. We
sat on the bank, with many others, and could hear the approaching water rush as
it approached. Quite strange to see this wall of water reflecting in the
moonlight as it swept past.
Edie Etheridge who was retiring from Air Canada after 40 years and, during that
time working in reservations, had handled the itineraries for a couple who
lived in Newton UK and Wallace, N.S. but had never met. This was her
opportunity, so we drove to Wallace and spend most of the day in their home.
The house was built in 1849 by the G.G.Grandfather. That evening we drove to
Port Hastings. The winds were high due to the tail end of the hurricane. We
stayed at the Sky Lodge just at the entrance to Cape Breton and a full
breakfast at the Irving gas bar was a great deal at $4.59 and gassed up at
74.9c ltr.
Saturday we started on the Cabot Trail along route 19, stopping along the way
for groceries for our picnics. We enjoyed good sunny weather. We paid a visit
to the Glenora Inn and Distillery at Mabou which produces North America’s only
single malt whiskey. We spent the night at the Duck Cove motel overlooking the
Margaree Harbour.
Sunday was still good weather, but the sea fog rolled in for awhile. We saw
some excellent sights, once the sea fog cleared. At Cheticamp we came across a
small tea bar and in the field next to it was an array of mannequins in
different dress. Some had the likeness of our politicians. At one place we
stopped, the sea shore was covered with pink granite rocks. We picnicked at the
site of the John Cabot landing. Afterwards we drove around a small fishing
village around Ingonish which had a very unpleasant odor certainly would not
like to live there. We found a delightful chalet to rent, price reasonable as
we negotiated for cash the power of cash! The chalet had two bed rooms,
complete with kitchen and a BBQ on the porch. We could not resist the BBQ, so
shopped locally for steak and had BBQ supper.
Monday, still good weather, we drove down the switchback road and stopped for
elevenses at St Ann’s Bay United Church, which has the Celtic Tea Room
attached. In the bay we saw seals swimming, but no whales. At this point, the
light on the gas dial blinked indicating that we needed gas. Well, be warned,
gas up when you can as the gas bars are few and very far between. We kept going
and going without seeing a gas bar and then the sound of a gong was now a
constant reminder that the car will soon need a drink now we were a tad
worried and were sure that, if it wasn’t for the down hill gradient into the
Baddock gas bar, the girls would have had to get out and push! We had gone 35
kms in that state. At Baddock, we toured around the Alexander Graham Bell
museum.
We then backtracked to route 105 to Sydney Forks and stopped two nights at the
Motel Belair Garden Chalets. Most chalets were under renovation, or needed it,
but adequate for us.
Tuesday we drove to Louisburg and spent a most interesting 4 hours there. Next
day we visited Glace Harbour, rather a down trodden town now, but a very
interesting coal museum. A visit down a 1932 mine which goes under the ocean
was a highlight as the guide had actually worked the mine when it was in
operation. We learned that, although there is a lot of coal which can be mined,
the government has elected to close the mines down and import any requirement
from the U.S.
Wednesday, we left the Cabot Trail and drove down the Fleur-de-lis Trail which
borders the Atlantic Ocean. Just outside St.Peters we found a B&B called
‘Grandma’s House’. This was a 1900 charming Victorian house furnished with
antiques. The owner informed us that the property was 50 acres and, together
with the house fully furnished, had be bought by them for $180,000
Thursday, we left Cape Breton and headed for Sherbrooke along route 7. We
stopped at the St. Mary’s River Lodge which was full, but they offered a house
in Port Hilford, which we took. This house was built by a sea captain in 1885
three bed rooms fully equipped.
The inside walls up the staircase were of tin brought over from France. Finding
the house was an experience as we took the wrong road and ended up getting lost
but stopped at a house and asked someone what road we were on, but he didn’t
know! However, he directed us to our destination.
Friday we headed for Truro again to stay at the Palliser, which we had pre
booked fortunately. We drove along the coast roads 16, 316, 211 and 367
unfortunately, the weather let us down as the tail end on the next hurricane
came through, and rain lashed down most of the afternoon. Upon arrival at the
Palliser, we were in time to witness a daylight Tidal Bore.
Saturday saw us bid farewell to Edie & Tony, we going west and they east. We
got our flight, into J! Stopped off at YUL and visited with our son and family
for a couple of days before heading back home to Vancouver Island.
Checking the flight for Monday, the direct to YVR was oversold, so we listed
for the first Rapidair with 58 open seats oversold when we got there. Same
with the 7:30, but we made the 8:00 which left 17 minutes late so missed out
connection in YYZ at 9:30, but made the 10:30 and into J again!. Missed our
connection at YVR for Vancouver Island, but made the 14:35 to complete a very
satisfying trip of 16 days.
Accommodations
Palliser Motel Truro $67.28 incl tax, 15% discount supper and free breakfast.
Sky Lodge Port Hastings $81.72 incl tax Restaurant on site.
Duck Cove Margaree Harbour $74.75 incl tax Restaurant on site.
Ingonish Chalets, Ingonish Beach $129.00 (We were four and, normally, $15.00
extra person we negotiated tax free so saved almost $50.00!)
Garden Cabins Sydney Forks $46.00 incl tax (under renovations)
Grandma’s House St. Peters $65.00 incl tax
House Port Hilford $129.00 incl tax
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. Terry's travel tips.
Jack Morath from U.K. sends this New Orleans info -
Just came back from there. We did a cruise out of New Orleans and stayed two
nights there beforehand. We stayed at an old house which is now a hotel. Its on
the edge of the French Quarter and walking distance for all downtown areas.
Built in 1837 and furnished in period furniture. We paid us$59.OO plus tax and
it included continental breakfast. Its called Lamothe House, and phone number
is 1-800-367-5858 or 504-947-1161. Fax number 504-943-6536. Web site is
www.ndew-orleans.org Hope this is useful. Jack Morath
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. Smilie.
Another one from Ted Tierney -
Lady on a busy and booked out Concorde flight asks passenger in the seat in
front.
"Sir, why has that seat beside you been left vacant" ?
Reply " booked for my wife but she died yesterday"
Response, "Then why didn't you give the ticket to a friend or relation ...
such a waste"
Reply. "Good thinking that ... but they are all at the funeral"!
Anon.
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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 725spcl - Oct 8th, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
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The following information was sent to those Pionairs on their email list -
The following are some concerns that have been brought to the Pionairs
attention with answers from Industry Travel that might be on interest to some
of you. If you have any questions regarding pass travel we ask you to contact
your Pionair District Director for clarification rather then going directly to
Industry Travel.
The Pionairs are receiving excellent support from Industry Travel, clarifying
rules, procedures, etc. and the Pionairs plan to use the mail list to keep our
members informed.
You asked?
I phoned the Air Canada line l 800 413 1113 and was inquiring about a
flight YZ to Rome for the Italy trip in September. As on the website
yahoo.ca Air Canada is listed as flying to Rome then but not on the
employee website. The person told me that Alitalia code shares
with Air Canada and that widows/widowers are allowed to book on the seats
allocated to Air Canada on the Alitalia aircraft - as our priority C2/Y10.
Question What airlines does this apply to? Sounds like good news for
Widows. Have not heard anything about this prior to this date.
Date Mon, 08 Jul 2002 132543 -0400
From Robert Petryk <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. >
Subject Re Industry Travel Queries
My name is Agnes Wielogorska and I am Bob Petryk's assistant. I will do my best
in responding on Bob's behalf.
To answer your first question, this code share agreement that was made
previously with Canadian Airlines and Alitalia is a very special one and does
not apply with any other airline. The reason why this was permitted was because
Air Canada has purchased a block of seats on Alitalia and are considered AC
seats - therefore OK for widows. Let's say the seats are full, people would
need to purchase a Zed fare and widows/widowers cannot purchase Zed fare as
they are not entitled to Zed fares.
There is no other agreement that is similar to this and this will probably
change.
Question
My young brother died suddenly this AM,( an aneurysm, otherwise
healthy at 71) .
Is there any movement afoot to enable retirees to obtain
"Compassionate passes" in such circumstances? The last time I
brought the subject up, I was informed that it was for "actives only"
because they are under the time restraints of having to get back to work."
I think we should be eligible, as well, because we retirees are under
the same "time restraints" when it comes to a family crisis. Getting
back home could be an ordinary priority, but getting to a family's city
is certainly time restricted to the same extent for active and retiree
Answer
Regretfully, our Policy has not changed at this point - only active
employees are entitled to A1/J10.
*********
As you are probably aware Jazz stopped operating to & from Comox &
Campbell River return to Yvr, and the traffic is now handled by Pacific
Coastal Airways & carrying the Air Canada passengers to yvr & onward
connx. Retirees & Employees using this route now have to apply for a Z
Fare which costs $13.00 US each way plus $12.00 Cdn. each way for Security
charges & if planning an onward trip out of Yvr a further Security charge
of $12.00 each way is charged. This additional security charge can be
refunded by sending copies of all travel docs to Winnipeg for an eventual
refund. Apart from costing quite a bit more than before its pretty
inconvenient. Travel from Nanaimo to Yvr is still available via Jazz but
that is a minimum trip of 125/130 kms each way for anyone living in the
north part of Van Island . I wonder if you could ask Bob Petryk if the Company
would consider approaching Pacific Coastal to allow us to use our passes on the
usual standby basis , it certainly would be appreciated.
Date Fri, 19 Jul 2002 093526 -0400
From Robert Petryk <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. >
Subject Re Pass travel YQQ/YVR, etc.
Unfortunately Pacific Coastal will remain as a ZED fare arrangement - our route
network around the world is subject to change with new cities being added while
other routes are removed.
We can expect other cities and destinations to change in the future.
*********
I read Netletter 711 dated Aug 10 with interest and in particular the
information from Employee Travel on the above charge. This would indicate to
me that on a domestic routing YVR-YYZ (stopover i.e. more than 4
hours)-YYZYHZ-YHZYVR that one would be assessed charges as follows YVRYYZ -
$12.00 YYZYHZ - $12.00 YHZYVR - $12.00 Total $36.00.
It was my understanding that AC were only collecting $24.00 on a domestic
round trip routing regardless of the number of stopovers/connections at an
enroute point.
Date Mon, 12 Aug 2002 090345 -0400
From Robert Petryk <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. >
Subject Re Air Travel Security Charge - Stopover/Connection
The security tax will assessed on a one way trip basis and not by the number of
stops - i.e. YVR - YYZ - YHZ would result in a $12.00 security tax - the return
journey YHZ - YVR would be another $12.00
If you stop in a connecting city and stay overnight you may be charged for any
applicable AIF's.
*********
I've been asked what the official passholder checked baggage policy is
within Canada.
Apparently some passholders have been told their checked baggage is only
boarded on the aircraft if the passholder gets on. Others are told it is
checked through to their domestic destination whether or not they get on
the flight. Yet others are told that it will be checked to the next airport
the flight stops at and will have to be checked in again for the next leg.
Could you tell me what the correct procedure for checking passholders
baggage is at the present time within Canada? I know it is only boarded if
the passholder is boarded on out of country flights.
Date Fri, 23 Aug 2002 173245 -0400
From Robert Petryk <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. >
Subject Re Domestic Baggage Policy
There is general confusion on this issue - as it depends on where and who is
travelling. It is also important to note that current regulations can change
and have changed at least once since Sept 11 without notice.
Active Employees may have their bags checked through - this does not apply to
retirees and or partner / guests of employees / parents - their bags are placed
on standby pending assignment of a seat.
Many agents put everyone's bag's on standby - and I'm sure you will find some
cases where retiree bags are sent through.
Bottom line - employees and retirees should be prepared to have your bags on
standby and checked only to the next station - alternatively many employees and
retirees are resorting to using cabin luggage only.
We will ask airports to put a clarification note out to our check in agents.
********
Once again the former Canadian Airline "60-70 Retirees" are left out in the
cold without access to speech recognition, the employee website or a single
mention in your extensive 2003 overhaul of the travel system. Why?
Date Thu, 26 Sep 2002 165824 -0400
From Reine Khantchand <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. >
Subject Re [Pionair News] New 2003 Employee Travel Information
The factors 60/70 are not 'left' out at all. They will, indeed have
access to the system. They will be issued a PIN number to use and will have
a people soft profile created. The communication did advise about all
non-self ticketing employees, retirees and former employees.
**********
Although non-dependent children can now travel unaccompanied using Partner
Passes, their spouses and children still can not. For those with married
children living far way, this means having to take two round trips to fetch and
return their children’s families if they are to visit us. If we don’t do this,
we will never see our grandchildren, and they will never see us, in our homes.
Worse, those retirees who are too old or infirm to travel are unlikely to see
their grandchildren at all.
Answer
Initially a decision was made that no partner pass holders could travel
unaccompanied without the employee.
After much lobbying Air Canada made a concession, on a one year trial basis, to
allow non dependent children to travel unaccompanied. While not perfect it
does, at least, enable passholders immediate children to visit the employee,
who might be incapacitated, sick, or unable to travel.
Depending on the one year trial results it is possible that this policy could
be extended to apply to non dependent children's spouses and children, or
terminated completely.
********
From the Netletter:
. Need to know.
Linda Reverchon has sent us this warning -
Subject: Fines for missing travel documents
Thought I'd better pass this warning on to retired colleagues who, for not
being aware of the danger, might find themselves in the same unpleasant
situation as we did.
Linda
This is a warning to all travelers who are employees or retirees of Air Canada.
Neglecting to get necessary travel documents before you leave on an Air Canada
flight can be a costly mistake. Not asking for our e-visas at check-in before
leaving on the AC flight for Sydney, Australia, last fall has caused us to be
billed for au$10,000 (ca$8,228) by Employee Travel, and the Company recognizes
no extenuating circumstances.
**********
TRAVELLING OUT OF CANADA:
http://www.fiscalagents.com/rates/tra_ins.shtml is a good website for
information on
Travel Health Insurance Plans
Premiums are based upon a healthy traveller rate for six months (approximately
180 days) rounded to the nearest Canadian dollar. Coverage limits and medical
requirements will vary. Some companies require the completion of a medical
questionaire to determine exact rates. Read contracts carefully and look beyond
price to find coverage best suited to your needs.
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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 725spcl - Oct 8th, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
To get in touch with either editor/pilot our email address is
=================================================================
The following information was sent to those Pionairs on their email list -
The following are some concerns that have been brought to the Pionairs
attention with answers from Industry Travel that might be on interest to some
of you. If you have any questions regarding pass travel we ask you to contact
your Pionair District Director for clarification rather then going directly to
Industry Travel.
The Pionairs are receiving excellent support from Industry Travel, clarifying
rules, procedures, etc. and the Pionairs plan to use the mail list to keep our
members informed.
You asked?
I phoned the Air Canada line l 800 413 1113 and was inquiring about a
flight YZ to Rome for the Italy trip in September. As on the website
yahoo.ca Air Canada is listed as flying to Rome then but not on the
employee website. The person told me that Alitalia code shares
with Air Canada and that widows/widowers are allowed to book on the seats
allocated to Air Canada on the Alitalia aircraft - as our priority C2/Y10.
Question What airlines does this apply to? Sounds like good news for
Widows. Have not heard anything about this prior to this date.
Date Mon, 08 Jul 2002 132543 -0400
From Robert Petryk <
Subject Re Industry Travel Queries
My name is Agnes Wielogorska and I am Bob Petryk's assistant. I will do my best
in responding on Bob's behalf.
To answer your first question, this code share agreement that was made
previously with Canadian Airlines and Alitalia is a very special one and does
not apply with any other airline. The reason why this was permitted was because
Air Canada has purchased a block of seats on Alitalia and are considered AC
seats - therefore OK for widows. Let's say the seats are full, people would
need to purchase a Zed fare and widows/widowers cannot purchase Zed fare as
they are not entitled to Zed fares.
There is no other agreement that is similar to this and this will probably
change.
Question
My young brother died suddenly this AM,( an aneurysm, otherwise
healthy at 71) .
Is there any movement afoot to enable retirees to obtain
"Compassionate passes" in such circumstances? The last time I
brought the subject up, I was informed that it was for "actives only"
because they are under the time restraints of having to get back to work."
I think we should be eligible, as well, because we retirees are under
the same "time restraints" when it comes to a family crisis. Getting
back home could be an ordinary priority, but getting to a family's city
is certainly time restricted to the same extent for active and retiree
Answer
Regretfully, our Policy has not changed at this point - only active
employees are entitled to A1/J10.
*********
As you are probably aware Jazz stopped operating to & from Comox &
Campbell River return to Yvr, and the traffic is now handled by Pacific
Coastal Airways & carrying the Air Canada passengers to yvr & onward
connx. Retirees & Employees using this route now have to apply for a Z
Fare which costs $13.00 US each way plus $12.00 Cdn. each way for Security
charges & if planning an onward trip out of Yvr a further Security charge
of $12.00 each way is charged. This additional security charge can be
refunded by sending copies of all travel docs to Winnipeg for an eventual
refund. Apart from costing quite a bit more than before its pretty
inconvenient. Travel from Nanaimo to Yvr is still available via Jazz but
that is a minimum trip of 125/130 kms each way for anyone living in the
north part of Van Island . I wonder if you could ask Bob Petryk if the Company
would consider approaching Pacific Coastal to allow us to use our passes on the
usual standby basis , it certainly would be appreciated.
Date Fri, 19 Jul 2002 093526 -0400
From Robert Petryk <
Subject Re Pass travel YQQ/YVR, etc.
Unfortunately Pacific Coastal will remain as a ZED fare arrangement - our route
network around the world is subject to change with new cities being added while
other routes are removed.
We can expect other cities and destinations to change in the future.
*********
I read Netletter 711 dated Aug 10 with interest and in particular the
information from Employee Travel on the above charge. This would indicate to
me that on a domestic routing YVR-YYZ (stopover i.e. more than 4
hours)-YYZYHZ-YHZYVR that one would be assessed charges as follows YVRYYZ -
$12.00 YYZYHZ - $12.00 YHZYVR - $12.00 Total $36.00.
It was my understanding that AC were only collecting $24.00 on a domestic
round trip routing regardless of the number of stopovers/connections at an
enroute point.
Date Mon, 12 Aug 2002 090345 -0400
From Robert Petryk <
Subject Re Air Travel Security Charge - Stopover/Connection
The security tax will assessed on a one way trip basis and not by the number of
stops - i.e. YVR - YYZ - YHZ would result in a $12.00 security tax - the return
journey YHZ - YVR would be another $12.00
If you stop in a connecting city and stay overnight you may be charged for any
applicable AIF's.
*********
I've been asked what the official passholder checked baggage policy is
within Canada.
Apparently some passholders have been told their checked baggage is only
boarded on the aircraft if the passholder gets on. Others are told it is
checked through to their domestic destination whether or not they get on
the flight. Yet others are told that it will be checked to the next airport
the flight stops at and will have to be checked in again for the next leg.
Could you tell me what the correct procedure for checking passholders
baggage is at the present time within Canada? I know it is only boarded if
the passholder is boarded on out of country flights.
Date Fri, 23 Aug 2002 173245 -0400
From Robert Petryk <
Subject Re Domestic Baggage Policy
There is general confusion on this issue - as it depends on where and who is
travelling. It is also important to note that current regulations can change
and have changed at least once since Sept 11 without notice.
Active Employees may have their bags checked through - this does not apply to
retirees and or partner / guests of employees / parents - their bags are placed
on standby pending assignment of a seat.
Many agents put everyone's bag's on standby - and I'm sure you will find some
cases where retiree bags are sent through.
Bottom line - employees and retirees should be prepared to have your bags on
standby and checked only to the next station - alternatively many employees and
retirees are resorting to using cabin luggage only.
We will ask airports to put a clarification note out to our check in agents.
********
Once again the former Canadian Airline "60-70 Retirees" are left out in the
cold without access to speech recognition, the employee website or a single
mention in your extensive 2003 overhaul of the travel system. Why?
Date Thu, 26 Sep 2002 165824 -0400
From Reine Khantchand <
Subject Re [Pionair News] New 2003 Employee Travel Information
The factors 60/70 are not 'left' out at all. They will, indeed have
access to the system. They will be issued a PIN number to use and will have
a people soft profile created. The communication did advise about all
non-self ticketing employees, retirees and former employees.
**********
Although non-dependent children can now travel unaccompanied using Partner
Passes, their spouses and children still can not. For those with married
children living far way, this means having to take two round trips to fetch and
return their children’s families if they are to visit us. If we don’t do this,
we will never see our grandchildren, and they will never see us, in our homes.
Worse, those retirees who are too old or infirm to travel are unlikely to see
their grandchildren at all.
Answer
Initially a decision was made that no partner pass holders could travel
unaccompanied without the employee.
After much lobbying Air Canada made a concession, on a one year trial basis, to
allow non dependent children to travel unaccompanied. While not perfect it
does, at least, enable passholders immediate children to visit the employee,
who might be incapacitated, sick, or unable to travel.
Depending on the one year trial results it is possible that this policy could
be extended to apply to non dependent children's spouses and children, or
terminated completely.
********
From the Netletter:
. Need to know.
Linda Reverchon has sent us this warning -
Subject: Fines for missing travel documents
Thought I'd better pass this warning on to retired colleagues who, for not
being aware of the danger, might find themselves in the same unpleasant
situation as we did.
Linda
This is a warning to all travelers who are employees or retirees of Air Canada.
Neglecting to get necessary travel documents before you leave on an Air Canada
flight can be a costly mistake. Not asking for our e-visas at check-in before
leaving on the AC flight for Sydney, Australia, last fall has caused us to be
billed for au$10,000 (ca$8,228) by Employee Travel, and the Company recognizes
no extenuating circumstances.
**********
TRAVELLING OUT OF CANADA:
http://www.fiscalagents.com/rates/tra_ins.shtml is a good website for
information on
Travel Health Insurance Plans
Premiums are based upon a healthy traveller rate for six months (approximately
180 days) rounded to the nearest Canadian dollar. Coverage limits and medical
requirements will vary. Some companies require the completion of a medical
questionaire to determine exact rates. Read contracts carefully and look beyond
price to find coverage best suited to your needs.
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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 725 Oct 8th, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
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. Must know!
We recently printed information regarding the consquences of arriving in
Australia without the necessary visa.
Employee Travel and Recognition sends this information -
The Call Centre will do the ETA for Australia over the phone.
You just need to provide passport information (name, birthdate, passport
number etc) to the agent, and it's done through RESIII. It is planned to have
this
available for online self serve use with the new system.
(It is the travellers responsibility to have this visa when travelling to
Australia - eds)
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. Need to know.
Frank Pedder has sent us this Air Canada information entitled -
General Travel Advisory
For Air Canada Employees (& retirees!)
Produced by Air Canada, Corporate Security Risk Management
September 2002
Effective security precautions require a continuous and conscious awareness of
your
environment. This is especially true when visiting a foreign country where it
will be
necessary to adapt to new cultures, customs, and laws, which, in many
instances, are
very different from those to which Canadians are accustomed in Canada.
The most effective means of protecting yourself and your property is the
liberal use of
common sense reinforced with a high state of security awareness. Do not give
anyone
the opportunity to exploit vulnerabilities. Stay alert and exercise good
judgment.
Chapter I. Travel Preparation and Planning
Travel Itinerary
Leave a full itinerary of your travel schedule, hotel phone numbers and
business
appointments with your office and with a family member or friend.
Passport
Passport must be valid for a period of at least six months. Make photocopies of
your
passport, visa and other important documents that you will be travelling with.
Put copies
in both your carry on and checked luggage. This makes it easier to replace your
identification documents should anything happen.
Visas
Is a visa required for any of the countries that you are visiting and do you
have the
appropriate visa(s)? Is the information on your visa application true and
correct? Some
countries are sensitive to which visa you obtain. If you are travelling on
business, a
business visa should be obtained; otherwise a tourist visa is acceptable.
Medical
Carry with you a list with your blood type, allergies, medical conditions and
special
requirements. It is a good idea to have a medical alert bracelet if you have a
special
medical condition.
Miscellaneous
Carry in your wallet/pocketbook only the documents you will need. Take only the
credit
cards you plan to use on your trip.
If you plan to rent a car, check to see if you must obtain an international
driver’s permit
for the country you plan to visit.
Luggage
DO NOT pack sensitive or proprietary information in your checked luggage. Be
sure that
your luggage is tagged with covered tags that protect your address from open
observation.
Never place your valuables (jewelry, money and travellers cheques) in your
checked
luggage. Never leave your bags unattended. Consider obtaining a modest amount
of
foreign currency before you leave Canada.
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. Nice to know.
Bernie McCormack sends this information -
Regarding travel insurance oriented to BC residents -
30 days out of province/country unlimited times for one year.
No deductable.
2million dollars coverage.
Very generous pre existing condition clause.
Contact myself at gram&This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Koch B&Y Insurance head office at 604
937-3601 for details.
Bernie McCormack.
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. Air Canada News -
Non-stop service from Boston to Vancouver suspended for winter period.
Effective Nov. 1,
we will be suspending our non-stop service between Boston and Vancouver, due
to the weak forecasted profitability. Passengers currently booked on this
route will be protected via Toronto. Our service will resume on March 1,
2003.
Seasonal suspension of non-stop Toronto-Zurich service.
Effective Oct. 27, our non-stop service between Toronto and Zurich
will be suspended for the duration of the winter schedule. The service will
resume in March 2003. During this seasonal suspension, in
cooperation with our Star Alliance partner Lufthansa, we will continue to
serve the Zurich market via Frankfurt and Munich.
ZIP takes to the air and joins the Air Canada family. Sept 22nd, Canada’s
newest airline, ZIP Air Ltd., enjoyed a highly successful first day of
operations. Twenty six flights took to the air without a hitch and customer
feedback was extremely positive. This significant accomplishment was the result
of the extraordinary efforts of the Zip and Air Canada teams, most particularly
those in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Winnipeg. Congratulations on a job
well done!
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. News from the Pionair Districts -
The Vancouver Island and Gulf Island District Pionairs held their Fall
luncheon at The Longwood Pub in Nanaimo on Thursday October 3rd.
58 Pionairs, spouses and retirees made up the group gathered from as far
away as Victoria, Gabriola Island, Duncan, Ladysmith, Nanaimo, and the Comox
Valley for socializing and partaking of the very nice lunch spread provided.
Unfortunately, due to some unusually poor weather conditions for Nanaimo, the
guest speaker Leslie Cummings from the YVR office of the Employee Travel and
Regognition was unable to fly in.
The 50/50 draw was won by Fred Miller, and the balance will be donated, by
popular consent, to the Dreams Takes Flight.
Arlene MacCulloch was a winner of the wine for the door prize, making her the
most popular person at her table.
Lisa Hartmann of Interlining Plus brought some booklets and leaflets giving
Information on various travel opportunities, and Lisa presented two golf shirts
to draw winners Dale Horne and Roberta Traill.
Director of the Pionairs Wally Lamond advised the group that the Quebec Pionair
District together with the I.A.M union had approached Air Canada with regard to
C1/J10 passes which they opposed. Wally Lamond solicited the group for their
Reaction and it appears that the majority present were not against the
C1/J10 passes.
Bill Rowe advised Wally Lamond regarding the travel insurance vis a vis ex-CAIL
Employees/retirees who wished to join the Morris & Mackenzie insurance.
However, as the scheme has a deductable which is picked up by the Air Canada
Group Health Insurance, it was not possible for the ex-CAIL to join, and, for a
higher premium, the deductable could be covered. Wally Lamond suggested that
everyone should shop around for a better deal for any of their insurance needs,
and pointed out that Morris & Mackenzie do not offer travel insurance for
anyone 80 years or over.
Bill Wood presented the Captain Anderson CAIL golf trophy, to Brian MacCourt
for his low net score at the annual golf tourney held at Arrowsmith G.G.
last August. The trophy is a B747 in Canadi>n Colours.
Wally Lamond had made available printed copies of the ‘Streamlining Employee
Travel’ and discussed several aspects of the document and answered various
questions from the floor. As the document proposes most travel arrangements
will be made via the computer or voice mail, the group were assured that anyone
who is not able to avail themselves of such either of these mediums, they will
be able to call on a designated group who could assist them.
The next event is planned for December 5th, full details will be forthcoming.
Eric van der Holt, on behalf of the Comox Valley Pionairs advised that their
Christmas Supper will be on December 12th at the Old House in Courtenay 18:00
for 18:30 price $20.00 pp plus tax and gratuities payable to your waitress.
Reservations required and should be made with Eric van der Holt at
(250)897-0322.
In closing, Wally Lamond advised the group that the National President of
the Pionairs Fraser O'Shaughnessy was in hospital and progressing favourably.
From the Central Ontario District.
The Seventh Annual National Golf Tournament, organized by Central Ontario
District is in the archives.
Sept. 3rd. 2002, saw 6 golfers have a ‘practice’ round, on a very nice day.
Tournament day started out beautifully, but a bit of wind came up during the
golf clubs Demonstration period, and by the time of first T-off the wind made
play a little more difficult.
They later joined another 47 Pionairs, Retirees, and friends at a ‘social’ hour
followed by a fine banquet in the evening. Out-of-towners represented almost
20% of total attendees. There were 8 from Quebec district, 3 from Eastern
Ontario (Ottawa), 6 from Calgary and 2 from Victoria.
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. From Vesta on the flight deck -
TAKING THE BOOM OUT OF SONIC: Northrop Grumman and Raytheon Aircraft
last week unveiled an experimental airplane design that would fly at
more than twice the speed of sound and create a sonic boom 85 percent
quieter than the Concorde or an F-16. The design is funded through the
Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency's Quiet Supersonic Platform
program and would measure 156 feet long and sport a wingspan of 58
feet. Raytheon contracted by NASA is also working to adapt the
technology for corporate jets. It will probably be 15 years before any
such aircraft becomes reality.
$350 million Toronto Island Airport expansion was proposed
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. Jack Cooke sent us these thoughts -
I travelled to YOW last Thursday to see CF-TLL "inducted" into the National
Aviation Museum. There were over 200 AC active/retired in attendance
(including about 30 retired/active Captains, all in uniform). A beautiful,
sunny
day to see this aircraft (all bright, shiny and newly painted) acknowledged for
her contribution to AC's history. It was sad, however, to learn that she would
remain parked outside for a year while a new building was constructed to house
her. Rather a waste of AC's expertise and detail in restoring the aircraft,
only to
have her exposed to the elements. Surely someone could find a solution to
preserve the care and work of all those Maintenance employees. JCooke
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. Our co-pilot relates this story -
. Our trip started on Sunday 15th September. We were going to meet with the
group of U.K. Pionairs who had chosen Halifax for this years annual jaunt.
We left YVR on the ‘red-eye’, thus saving an over night in YYZ, where we would
have to change flights. We had a restful sleep as we were in J class. Our
arrival at YYZ was 06:00, time for a snack before getting the 08:35 to Halifax.
We were fortunate to get J class again, and, for breakfast, we were served with
a spinach wrap with scrambled egg inside. The wrap was about 7 inches sitting
on a 5 inch plate! It was quite a challenge to cut with a plastic knife, but
the metal fork served adequately with its long sharp tangs!
Apart from trying to contain the contents when the wrap was cut, the rest of
the flight was uneventful.
Our accommodations were at the Howard Johnson, a $41.00 cab ride to YHZ. An
alternate route suggested was by a jitney bus to a Holiday Inn for $7.50, then
a short cab ride to Howard Johnson. Beware, there are two Holiday Inns served,
obe in Dartmouth, and one in downtown YHZ. Should you become parted from your
group, ensure you know where you are headed.
The group from the U.K. was 43 retirees and spouses, joined by several retirees
from Canada, acting as interpreters.
A small world during supper at the hotel, a couple walked in who are friends
of ours, they were touring and this was their only night at the hotel and chose
to have supper there. We were unaware of their plans, not did they know ours.
Just shows how careful one has to be when away from home!
Tuesday weather was warm with clearing skies and was spent in the local
shopping mall. UK’ers are insatiable shoppers. The balance of the group
dribbled in during the day.
On Wednesday morning, to sunny skies, we all boarded our chartered school bus
for a tour of Dartmouth and Halifax with our guide. A visit to fisherman’s
wharf in Dartmouth, then to the harbour front at Halifax for lunch. The
afternoon was a tour of the Alexander Keith brewery, the oldest working brewery
in North America, established in 1820. The evening event was a hayrideat the
Hatfield Farm. Two wagons each pulled by a pair of Percheron horses, to a BBQ
supper of either salmon or steak.
On Thursday, we boarded our bus for a trip to Lunenburg and Peggy’s Cove. Ever
had a ride in a school bus with no springs? Well, of the 703 potholes enroute,
the driver successfully negotiated all 841 of them and did we know it.
However, the singing covered up most of the anguished yells and groans,
although some of the singing was in soprano. Lunenburg was an interesting small
town with lots of interesting architecture. Some of us visited the memorial to
the many fishermen lost over the years. The memorial was a ring of marble
plinths, one for each year, and inscribed with the names of the men and ships
lost. It was surprising to see that there were several members with the same
surname one had 14 members and, in such a small community, must have been
related somehow. Our final visit was to Peggy’s Cove. Enroute a stop at the
memorial to the Swissair flight 111. The memorial is a huge rock with 3 slits
cut in it to represent 111, and positioned to point to the area the aircraft
came down. After roaming around Peggy’s Cove, we boarded our bus for the trip
back to the hotel, collect the luggage and off to the airport at YHZ where we
all dispersed to various destinations. Everyone agreed that the trip was
another success, thanks to the efforts of Aureen and Jack Morath, and we look
forward to next years jaunt.
For ourselves we rented a car with a couple of the UK’ers, and toured to
countryside for the next 10 days but that’s another story.
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. Our chief pilot - Vesta found these -
GLACIER GIRL SET TO FLY: The P-38 dubbed "Glacier Girl" is scheduled to
take its first flight in almost 60 years on October 26 from the
Middlesboro (Kentucky) airport. The aircraft has been under ice in
Greenland since WWII. The P-38 was pulled from 268 feet of ice at a
cost of $638,000 in 1992 by Roy Shoffner. Reno air racer Steve Hinton
will be at the controls on the first flight.
AIRLINES THREATEN HIGHER PRICES BECAUSE OF SKY MARSHALS
Airlines in Canada say the cost of tickets may go up unless the federal
government pays for the seats provided to RCMP sky marshals.
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. Of interest to Vancouver Islanders -
My name is Bob Walker and we are trying to determine if there is enough
interest in forming a monthly coffee club which will meet every second Wed of
the month at a restraurant in the greater Victoria area.
Those interested, please contact me at 652-0040 or my email address is
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. thank you very much Bob
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Shirlee Schacter sends this offer -
I have a two-bedroom home in Palm Hill Country Club (a 55 and over
community) in Largo, Florida. Largo is 30 mins. away from Tampa
Airport(between Clearwater and St. Petersburg) and very close to beaches
and shopping. Besides that, the Park itself offers many social activities. I
would be interested in renting it out to some AC retirees over the
forthcoming winter months, which is when most people want to go to Florida.
Anyone interested can contact me at:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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. Terry's travel tips.
Sophie Palmer sends us this message -
Re NetLetter 724 and comments by Pearl Piers concerning purchase of Advantage
50 card. Of course this card can be purchased in UK. It is aimed at the UK
market. My mother, who lives in the UK, always buys her card there. I always
buy mine from the central bus station at Heathrow. Check the National Express
Website,
http://www.gobycoach.com/
Price for one year gbp9.00
for three years gbp19.00
or other purchase options are -
Through our Telephone Sales Centres - Just ring 08705 808080 (International
customers please dial +44 8705 808080). Our sales advisors will be able to take
your order and despatch your coachcard or Tourist Trail Pass by post or airmail
or they can arrange for collection of your card and tickets at a number of
offices around the country.
At any National Express Agent - We have over 2,000 agents located all over the
UK including in all terminals at all the major international airports. Cards
can be issued while you wait and used immediately to purchase tickets at the
discount rate.
You can find the location of the agent closest to you by ringing the agent
hotline on 08705 808080.
Interlining Plus has the following deals -
Holland America -
Prinsendam - 18 nights Singapore to Sydney sail Nov 2/02
Inside us$1099 outside us$1285
Prinsendam - 16 nights Sydney to Auckland sail Nov 20/02
Inside us$999 Outside us$1168
Prinsendam - 16 nights Auckland to Sydney sail Dec 6/02
Inside us$999 Outside us$1168
Western Caribbean
Veendam - 7 nights Tampa return sail Oct 26/02
Inside us$299 Outside us$399
Maasdam - 7 nights Ft. Lauderdale return sail Oct 20, Nov 17, 24, Dec 1, 8
& 15
Inside us$329 Outside us$399
Above fares are per person includes port fees but government taxes and
fees extra.
Call 1-800-665-3100 for more details of the above and many other deals
available.
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. Smilie.
Ted Tierney sends this one -
Captain en route on a flight gets a call informing him that his wife was just
taken into hospital had just given birth. On making a call through to the
hospital asked whether the child was a boy or a girl. "Oh we can't give out
that information on the phone, you have to come to the hospital yourself" was
the reply. On explaining that he wasnt in the best position to do that got the
reply. " Well what we can tell you sir is, that it wasn't a boy" ... Ted
Tierney.
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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 725 Oct 8th, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
To get in touch with either editor/pilot our email address is
=================================================================
. Must know!
We recently printed information regarding the consquences of arriving in
Australia without the necessary visa.
Employee Travel and Recognition sends this information -
The Call Centre will do the ETA for Australia over the phone.
You just need to provide passport information (name, birthdate, passport
number etc) to the agent, and it's done through RESIII. It is planned to have
this
available for online self serve use with the new system.
(It is the travellers responsibility to have this visa when travelling to
Australia - eds)
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. Need to know.
Frank Pedder has sent us this Air Canada information entitled -
General Travel Advisory
For Air Canada Employees (& retirees!)
Produced by Air Canada, Corporate Security Risk Management
September 2002
Effective security precautions require a continuous and conscious awareness of
your
environment. This is especially true when visiting a foreign country where it
will be
necessary to adapt to new cultures, customs, and laws, which, in many
instances, are
very different from those to which Canadians are accustomed in Canada.
The most effective means of protecting yourself and your property is the
liberal use of
common sense reinforced with a high state of security awareness. Do not give
anyone
the opportunity to exploit vulnerabilities. Stay alert and exercise good
judgment.
Chapter I. Travel Preparation and Planning
Travel Itinerary
Leave a full itinerary of your travel schedule, hotel phone numbers and
business
appointments with your office and with a family member or friend.
Passport
Passport must be valid for a period of at least six months. Make photocopies of
your
passport, visa and other important documents that you will be travelling with.
Put copies
in both your carry on and checked luggage. This makes it easier to replace your
identification documents should anything happen.
Visas
Is a visa required for any of the countries that you are visiting and do you
have the
appropriate visa(s)? Is the information on your visa application true and
correct? Some
countries are sensitive to which visa you obtain. If you are travelling on
business, a
business visa should be obtained; otherwise a tourist visa is acceptable.
Medical
Carry with you a list with your blood type, allergies, medical conditions and
special
requirements. It is a good idea to have a medical alert bracelet if you have a
special
medical condition.
Miscellaneous
Carry in your wallet/pocketbook only the documents you will need. Take only the
credit
cards you plan to use on your trip.
If you plan to rent a car, check to see if you must obtain an international
driver’s permit
for the country you plan to visit.
Luggage
DO NOT pack sensitive or proprietary information in your checked luggage. Be
sure that
your luggage is tagged with covered tags that protect your address from open
observation.
Never place your valuables (jewelry, money and travellers cheques) in your
checked
luggage. Never leave your bags unattended. Consider obtaining a modest amount
of
foreign currency before you leave Canada.
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. Nice to know.
Bernie McCormack sends this information -
Regarding travel insurance oriented to BC residents -
30 days out of province/country unlimited times for one year.
No deductable.
2million dollars coverage.
Very generous pre existing condition clause.
Contact myself at gram&
937-3601 for details.
Bernie McCormack.
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. Air Canada News -
Non-stop service from Boston to Vancouver suspended for winter period.
Effective Nov. 1,
we will be suspending our non-stop service between Boston and Vancouver, due
to the weak forecasted profitability. Passengers currently booked on this
route will be protected via Toronto. Our service will resume on March 1,
2003.
Seasonal suspension of non-stop Toronto-Zurich service.
Effective Oct. 27, our non-stop service between Toronto and Zurich
will be suspended for the duration of the winter schedule. The service will
resume in March 2003. During this seasonal suspension, in
cooperation with our Star Alliance partner Lufthansa, we will continue to
serve the Zurich market via Frankfurt and Munich.
ZIP takes to the air and joins the Air Canada family. Sept 22nd, Canada’s
newest airline, ZIP Air Ltd., enjoyed a highly successful first day of
operations. Twenty six flights took to the air without a hitch and customer
feedback was extremely positive. This significant accomplishment was the result
of the extraordinary efforts of the Zip and Air Canada teams, most particularly
those in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Winnipeg. Congratulations on a job
well done!
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. News from the Pionair Districts -
The Vancouver Island and Gulf Island District Pionairs held their Fall
luncheon at The Longwood Pub in Nanaimo on Thursday October 3rd.
58 Pionairs, spouses and retirees made up the group gathered from as far
away as Victoria, Gabriola Island, Duncan, Ladysmith, Nanaimo, and the Comox
Valley for socializing and partaking of the very nice lunch spread provided.
Unfortunately, due to some unusually poor weather conditions for Nanaimo, the
guest speaker Leslie Cummings from the YVR office of the Employee Travel and
Regognition was unable to fly in.
The 50/50 draw was won by Fred Miller, and the balance will be donated, by
popular consent, to the Dreams Takes Flight.
Arlene MacCulloch was a winner of the wine for the door prize, making her the
most popular person at her table.
Lisa Hartmann of Interlining Plus brought some booklets and leaflets giving
Information on various travel opportunities, and Lisa presented two golf shirts
to draw winners Dale Horne and Roberta Traill.
Director of the Pionairs Wally Lamond advised the group that the Quebec Pionair
District together with the I.A.M union had approached Air Canada with regard to
C1/J10 passes which they opposed. Wally Lamond solicited the group for their
Reaction and it appears that the majority present were not against the
C1/J10 passes.
Bill Rowe advised Wally Lamond regarding the travel insurance vis a vis ex-CAIL
Employees/retirees who wished to join the Morris & Mackenzie insurance.
However, as the scheme has a deductable which is picked up by the Air Canada
Group Health Insurance, it was not possible for the ex-CAIL to join, and, for a
higher premium, the deductable could be covered. Wally Lamond suggested that
everyone should shop around for a better deal for any of their insurance needs,
and pointed out that Morris & Mackenzie do not offer travel insurance for
anyone 80 years or over.
Bill Wood presented the Captain Anderson CAIL golf trophy, to Brian MacCourt
for his low net score at the annual golf tourney held at Arrowsmith G.G.
last August. The trophy is a B747 in Canadi>n Colours.
Wally Lamond had made available printed copies of the ‘Streamlining Employee
Travel’ and discussed several aspects of the document and answered various
questions from the floor. As the document proposes most travel arrangements
will be made via the computer or voice mail, the group were assured that anyone
who is not able to avail themselves of such either of these mediums, they will
be able to call on a designated group who could assist them.
The next event is planned for December 5th, full details will be forthcoming.
Eric van der Holt, on behalf of the Comox Valley Pionairs advised that their
Christmas Supper will be on December 12th at the Old House in Courtenay 18:00
for 18:30 price $20.00 pp plus tax and gratuities payable to your waitress.
Reservations required and should be made with Eric van der Holt at
(250)897-0322.
In closing, Wally Lamond advised the group that the National President of
the Pionairs Fraser O'Shaughnessy was in hospital and progressing favourably.
From the Central Ontario District.
The Seventh Annual National Golf Tournament, organized by Central Ontario
District is in the archives.
Sept. 3rd. 2002, saw 6 golfers have a ‘practice’ round, on a very nice day.
Tournament day started out beautifully, but a bit of wind came up during the
golf clubs Demonstration period, and by the time of first T-off the wind made
play a little more difficult.
They later joined another 47 Pionairs, Retirees, and friends at a ‘social’ hour
followed by a fine banquet in the evening. Out-of-towners represented almost
20% of total attendees. There were 8 from Quebec district, 3 from Eastern
Ontario (Ottawa), 6 from Calgary and 2 from Victoria.
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. From Vesta on the flight deck -
TAKING THE BOOM OUT OF SONIC: Northrop Grumman and Raytheon Aircraft
last week unveiled an experimental airplane design that would fly at
more than twice the speed of sound and create a sonic boom 85 percent
quieter than the Concorde or an F-16. The design is funded through the
Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency's Quiet Supersonic Platform
program and would measure 156 feet long and sport a wingspan of 58
feet. Raytheon contracted by NASA is also working to adapt the
technology for corporate jets. It will probably be 15 years before any
such aircraft becomes reality.
$350 million Toronto Island Airport expansion was proposed
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. Jack Cooke sent us these thoughts -
I travelled to YOW last Thursday to see CF-TLL "inducted" into the National
Aviation Museum. There were over 200 AC active/retired in attendance
(including about 30 retired/active Captains, all in uniform). A beautiful,
sunny
day to see this aircraft (all bright, shiny and newly painted) acknowledged for
her contribution to AC's history. It was sad, however, to learn that she would
remain parked outside for a year while a new building was constructed to house
her. Rather a waste of AC's expertise and detail in restoring the aircraft,
only to
have her exposed to the elements. Surely someone could find a solution to
preserve the care and work of all those Maintenance employees. JCooke
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. Our co-pilot relates this story -
. Our trip started on Sunday 15th September. We were going to meet with the
group of U.K. Pionairs who had chosen Halifax for this years annual jaunt.
We left YVR on the ‘red-eye’, thus saving an over night in YYZ, where we would
have to change flights. We had a restful sleep as we were in J class. Our
arrival at YYZ was 06:00, time for a snack before getting the 08:35 to Halifax.
We were fortunate to get J class again, and, for breakfast, we were served with
a spinach wrap with scrambled egg inside. The wrap was about 7 inches sitting
on a 5 inch plate! It was quite a challenge to cut with a plastic knife, but
the metal fork served adequately with its long sharp tangs!
Apart from trying to contain the contents when the wrap was cut, the rest of
the flight was uneventful.
Our accommodations were at the Howard Johnson, a $41.00 cab ride to YHZ. An
alternate route suggested was by a jitney bus to a Holiday Inn for $7.50, then
a short cab ride to Howard Johnson. Beware, there are two Holiday Inns served,
obe in Dartmouth, and one in downtown YHZ. Should you become parted from your
group, ensure you know where you are headed.
The group from the U.K. was 43 retirees and spouses, joined by several retirees
from Canada, acting as interpreters.
A small world during supper at the hotel, a couple walked in who are friends
of ours, they were touring and this was their only night at the hotel and chose
to have supper there. We were unaware of their plans, not did they know ours.
Just shows how careful one has to be when away from home!
Tuesday weather was warm with clearing skies and was spent in the local
shopping mall. UK’ers are insatiable shoppers. The balance of the group
dribbled in during the day.
On Wednesday morning, to sunny skies, we all boarded our chartered school bus
for a tour of Dartmouth and Halifax with our guide. A visit to fisherman’s
wharf in Dartmouth, then to the harbour front at Halifax for lunch. The
afternoon was a tour of the Alexander Keith brewery, the oldest working brewery
in North America, established in 1820. The evening event was a hayrideat the
Hatfield Farm. Two wagons each pulled by a pair of Percheron horses, to a BBQ
supper of either salmon or steak.
On Thursday, we boarded our bus for a trip to Lunenburg and Peggy’s Cove. Ever
had a ride in a school bus with no springs? Well, of the 703 potholes enroute,
the driver successfully negotiated all 841 of them and did we know it.
However, the singing covered up most of the anguished yells and groans,
although some of the singing was in soprano. Lunenburg was an interesting small
town with lots of interesting architecture. Some of us visited the memorial to
the many fishermen lost over the years. The memorial was a ring of marble
plinths, one for each year, and inscribed with the names of the men and ships
lost. It was surprising to see that there were several members with the same
surname one had 14 members and, in such a small community, must have been
related somehow. Our final visit was to Peggy’s Cove. Enroute a stop at the
memorial to the Swissair flight 111. The memorial is a huge rock with 3 slits
cut in it to represent 111, and positioned to point to the area the aircraft
came down. After roaming around Peggy’s Cove, we boarded our bus for the trip
back to the hotel, collect the luggage and off to the airport at YHZ where we
all dispersed to various destinations. Everyone agreed that the trip was
another success, thanks to the efforts of Aureen and Jack Morath, and we look
forward to next years jaunt.
For ourselves we rented a car with a couple of the UK’ers, and toured to
countryside for the next 10 days but that’s another story.
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. Our chief pilot - Vesta found these -
GLACIER GIRL SET TO FLY: The P-38 dubbed "Glacier Girl" is scheduled to
take its first flight in almost 60 years on October 26 from the
Middlesboro (Kentucky) airport. The aircraft has been under ice in
Greenland since WWII. The P-38 was pulled from 268 feet of ice at a
cost of $638,000 in 1992 by Roy Shoffner. Reno air racer Steve Hinton
will be at the controls on the first flight.
AIRLINES THREATEN HIGHER PRICES BECAUSE OF SKY MARSHALS
Airlines in Canada say the cost of tickets may go up unless the federal
government pays for the seats provided to RCMP sky marshals.
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. Of interest to Vancouver Islanders -
My name is Bob Walker and we are trying to determine if there is enough
interest in forming a monthly coffee club which will meet every second Wed of
the month at a restraurant in the greater Victoria area.
Those interested, please contact me at 652-0040 or my email address is
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Shirlee Schacter sends this offer -
I have a two-bedroom home in Palm Hill Country Club (a 55 and over
community) in Largo, Florida. Largo is 30 mins. away from Tampa
Airport(between Clearwater and St. Petersburg) and very close to beaches
and shopping. Besides that, the Park itself offers many social activities. I
would be interested in renting it out to some AC retirees over the
forthcoming winter months, which is when most people want to go to Florida.
Anyone interested can contact me at:
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. Terry's travel tips.
Sophie Palmer sends us this message -
Re NetLetter 724 and comments by Pearl Piers concerning purchase of Advantage
50 card. Of course this card can be purchased in UK. It is aimed at the UK
market. My mother, who lives in the UK, always buys her card there. I always
buy mine from the central bus station at Heathrow. Check the National Express
Website,
http://www.gobycoach.com/
Price for one year gbp9.00
for three years gbp19.00
or other purchase options are -
Through our Telephone Sales Centres - Just ring 08705 808080 (International
customers please dial +44 8705 808080). Our sales advisors will be able to take
your order and despatch your coachcard or Tourist Trail Pass by post or airmail
or they can arrange for collection of your card and tickets at a number of
offices around the country.
At any National Express Agent - We have over 2,000 agents located all over the
UK including in all terminals at all the major international airports. Cards
can be issued while you wait and used immediately to purchase tickets at the
discount rate.
You can find the location of the agent closest to you by ringing the agent
hotline on 08705 808080.
Interlining Plus has the following deals -
Holland America -
Prinsendam - 18 nights Singapore to Sydney sail Nov 2/02
Inside us$1099 outside us$1285
Prinsendam - 16 nights Sydney to Auckland sail Nov 20/02
Inside us$999 Outside us$1168
Prinsendam - 16 nights Auckland to Sydney sail Dec 6/02
Inside us$999 Outside us$1168
Western Caribbean
Veendam - 7 nights Tampa return sail Oct 26/02
Inside us$299 Outside us$399
Maasdam - 7 nights Ft. Lauderdale return sail Oct 20, Nov 17, 24, Dec 1, 8
& 15
Inside us$329 Outside us$399
Above fares are per person includes port fees but government taxes and
fees extra.
Call 1-800-665-3100 for more details of the above and many other deals
available.
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. Smilie.
Ted Tierney sends this one -
Captain en route on a flight gets a call informing him that his wife was just
taken into hospital had just given birth. On making a call through to the
hospital asked whether the child was a boy or a girl. "Oh we can't give out
that information on the phone, you have to come to the hospital yourself" was
the reply. On explaining that he wasnt in the best position to do that got the
reply. " Well what we can tell you sir is, that it wasn't a boy" ... Ted
Tierney.
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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 724, Oct 3rd, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
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. Need to know.
Linda Reverchon has sent us this warning -
Subject: Fines for missing travel documents
Thought I'd better pass this warning on to retired colleagues who, for not
being aware of the danger, might find themselves in the same unpleasant
situation as we did.
Linda
This is a warning to all travelers who are employees or retirees of Air Canada.
Neglecting to get necessary travel documents before you leave on an Air Canada
flight can be a costly mistake. Not asking for our e-visas at check-in before
leaving on the AC flight for Sydney, Australia, last fall has caused us to be
billed for au$10,000 (ca$8,228) by Employee Travel, and the Company recognizes
no extenuating circumstances.
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Nice to know!
Lufthansa (LH) Star Alliance
Codeshare
Codeshare/affiliated carrier flights are // NOT// eligible
under the terms of this agreement unless stated otherwise.
Where codeshare/affiliated carrier flights are excluded
refer to Employee Travel Services.
Embargo/blackout
refer to Employee Travel Services
Tax
Any reduced rate ticket is subject to tax as applicable.
Restriction.
Travel permitted as follows:
Lufthansa (LH)
Lufthansa codeshare
- Condor (DE)
- Cityline gmbh (CL)
- Contactair flugdienst (LH)
Excluded:
LH ground transportation.
Pass exchange
(AC/LH joint venture - Canada/Germany)
Space available ZED - Zonal Employee Discount Personal Travel
Eligibility-ZED
Eligible for unlimited ZED - ZL fares:
Active employee of AC/Tier 2 & 3 with 6 months service
Retired employee
Spouse - legal & common-law partner (o/s & s/s)
Dependent children under 25 years of age
Eligible for unlimited ZED - ZH fares:
Parents of active/retired employee
Children:
Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult also on ZED
2-11 years pay 67% of the ZL fare
Infants - free of charge if not occupying a seat
- require a separate ticket for international travel.
Note:
Joint venture flights are eligible for Air Canada service charge pass.
Reservation-ZED
refer to Employee Travel Service.
--note--
Registration required for all space available international travel to/from
Germany
by contacting the local Lufthansa reservations office or airport
counter at least 24 hours prior to departure
Mileage-ZED
Calculate the mileage for each segment flown
assess the applicable fare based on the zone for each segment
travelled as per Chart-ZED
Chart-ZED fares in us$
mileage (ZL) (ZH)
zone 1 1-450 13 25
zone 2 451-750 16 36
zone 3 751-1600 21 44
zone 4 1601-3200 32 68
zone 5 3201-4080 37 89
zone 6 4081-5000 41 105
zone 7 5001-6100 49 113
zone 8 6101-7101 57 126
zone 9 7101-9000 63 150
fares are converted to local currency
subject to taxes as applicable
Ticketing-ZED
Refer to Employee Travel Services.
Validity
180 day from date of issue.
reservation entitlement standby
ID50 positive space reduced rate - personal
Eligibility:
Active employee of AC/Tier 2 & 3 with 6 months service
Retired employee
Spouse - legal & common-law partner (o/s & s/s)
Dependent children under 25 years of age
Discount:
50% personal travel
business and normal economy fares
normal economy excursion fares
children fares permitted
**no other discounted fare permitted**
Ticketing:
Refer to Employee Travel Services
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. Air Canada news -
Almost a month ago, Air Canada launched our redesigned Executive First
service on flights to London and later this week we will be introducing it on
flights to Paris, Munich and Frankfurt.
Over the coming months, the new service will be introduced on the rest of our
international network with more enhancements to our product to come.
Our new J-class product provides an innovative way for our customers to enjoy
their new restaurant-style meal aboard our international flights. Our objective
has been to reinforce our reputation as one of the world’s best airlines and
help secure our competitive edge in the marketplace going forward. And, from
every indication we’ve received so far, it’s been a tremendous success.
(Restaurant-style meals hmmm - one step ahead of fast food! - eds)
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Roma Donatelli, YYZ airport, Terminal 3, Tango sends this information -
YYZ AIRPORT SALES PARTY The Toronto Airport Customer Sales and Service
Department is having another retirement-reunion party. When: Tuesday October 8,
2002 17:00 – 22:00. Cost: $20.00 includes buffet dinner and gifts. Where: Le
Treport Banquet Hall Mississauga(same place as last year). There will be 28
ex-Air Canada and one ex-Canadian agents retiring. Two years ago, 300 people
attended this event. Last year 600 party-goers went. Agents came from as far
away as Halifax and Vancouver, Florida, and the Caribbean. This year, ticket
sales are limited to 650. To obtain tickets, contact Roma Donatelli at
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . The event will be sold out again, so don’t delay.
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. Where are they now!
From information supplied by Tony Etheridge of UK Pionairs -
DC-3 CF-TDO - c/n 12026
Skytrain built as 42-92247 and delivered to the US Army Air Force on 31 October
, 1943, but allocated to the Royal Canadian Air Force as a Dakota Mk. III FL615
taken from Royal Air Force Lend-Lease Procurements. On 5 January, 1944, it was
assigned to No.32 Operational Training Unit and on 12 February, 1944, it was
ferried to the United Kingdom. It survived World War II and was struck off
charge on 19 February , 1946. There is no date for its transfer back to Canada
with the War Assets Corporation (Canada) Limited. On 1 May, 1946, it was
registered CF - TDO with Trans-Canada Air Lines, Fleet No.62, later 362. It
served TCA until11 May, 1959, when it was sold to Matane Air Services Limited.
On 23 July, 1963, as ZS-DRJ, it went to South Africa, being the first DC-3 for
Commercial Air Services, now known as Comair, being registered to the company
on 21 August, 1963. In the early 1970s it carried Air Lesotho titles, during a
lease when Comair operated the Air Lesotho schedules. Today, still in full
passenger service, it can carry 27 passengers plus a hostess, but is used
mainly on charter work, although occasionally used on scheduled flights when
the Fokker F .27 Friendship breaks down. Total flying hours on 1 September,
1987, totalled 49,658. since then, no further information is available. 12026
C-47A-1-DK ZS-DRJ
Comair- Commercial Airways (Pty) Ltd.,
PO Box 7015, Bonaero Park 1622,
Republic of South Africa.
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Sixty-five years old and proud of it! On Sept 23rd, in the presence of several
hundred employees at Toronto's Pearson International Airport, we unveiled our
specially painted Airbus A320 aircraft depicting Canada’s national flag. This
spectacular livery, covering all 37.6 metres (123.25 feet) of the aircraft, has
been named "Symphony of Voices" in recognition of the more than 40,000 Air
Canada employees & retirees who contributed their names to form the unique
design. It will be visible for all to see as it starts flying across Canada and
the United States today. The aircraft will keep its new livery for at least
three years.
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. Latest info on the CF-TCC sent in by Alan MacLeod -
Subject: Lockheed called for duty in Toronto and Rockliffe
The Company Lockheed Electra was present at the unveiling of an Airbus, Sept.
23rd, which has been painted to commemorate 65 years of service--1937-2002.
An Airbus 319 painted in the colors of the Canadian flag, partially made up
from the names of 42,000 employees and retirees was unveiled on Sept 23rd at
Toronto, in bay 8 of the paint hangar. Not to be out done, the 65 year "young"
Lockheed was there to help celebrate this milestone.
A complimentary pasta dinner was served all day long for anyone wishing to come
and see the aircraft. It has been reported that Capt. Rob Giguere was seen
dishing up large plates of pasta ! Many employees dropped by to enjoyed the
activities.
Following this event TCC was flown to Ottawa, Rockliffe, to be present at the
formal handover ceremonies to the National Aviation Museum of DC9 Fin 711 on
the 26th.
This event was also well attended by employees and retirees. A large number
of pilots in uniform turned out for this event. Lovely flight attendants
still in their circa 1960 uniforms participated ! Retired Capt. Con Connolly,
Howie Campbell, to mention but two, along with many others were present. A
complimentary BBQ lunch was hosted by the museum staff. A bright sunny day
topped off the celebrations.
Following the celebrations Capt. Ken Patry flew the Lockheed back to Winnipeg
for preparation for winter storage---or possibly other upcoming events ???
Alan MacLeod.
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. Terry's travel tips.
Reference the Advantage 50 Discount Card mentioned in NetLetter nr 720
.....FYI we were told at National Express, and other places in England, it was
necessary to
purchase our Advantage 50 card in Canada prior to our journey. Read
about the discount card prior to our trip and all indications were that
we could purchase it in the UK..........however, that was not the case
and we were never allowed a senior's discount anywhere as we didn't have
our Card purchased in Canada.
Pearl Piers
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. Smilie.
Brian Dunn sends this story!
Subject: FLYING COW
Earlier this year, the dazed crew of a Japanese trawler were recovered
off the Sea of Japan clinging to the wreckage of their ship. Their
rescue, however, was followed by immediate imprisonment once
authorities questioned the sailors on their ship's loss. They claimed
that a cow, falling out of the clear blue sky, had struck the trawler
amidships, shattering its hull and sinking the vessel within minutes.
They remained in prison for several weeks, until the Russian Air Force
reluctantly informed the Japanese authorities that the crew of one of
its cargo planes had apparently stolen a cow wandering at the edge of
a Siberian airfield. They forced the cow into the plane's hold and
hastily departed for home. Unprepared for live cargo, the Russian crew
was ill-equipped to manage a rampaging cow within its hold. To save
the aircraft and themselves, they shoved the animal out of the cargo
hold as they crossed the Sea of Japan at an altitude of 30,000 feet.
Truth is sometimes stranger than fiction....
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Subject: [The NetLetter] NetLetter nr 724 Oct 3/02 - The NetLetter
Date: Thu, 03 Oct 2002 17:45:28 -0700
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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 724, Oct 3rd, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
To get in touch with either editor/pilot our email address is
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. Need to know.
Linda Reverchon has sent us this warning -
Subject: Fines for missing travel documents
Thought I'd better pass this warning on to retired colleagues who, for not
being aware of the danger, might find themselves in the same unpleasant
situation as we did.
Linda
This is a warning to all travelers who are employees or retirees of Air Canada.
Neglecting to get necessary travel documents before you leave on an Air Canada
flight can be a costly mistake. Not asking for our e-visas at check-in before
leaving on the AC flight for Sydney, Australia, last fall has caused us to be
billed for au$10,000 (ca$8,228) by Employee Travel, and the Company recognizes
no extenuating circumstances.
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Nice to know!
Lufthansa (LH) Star Alliance
Codeshare
Codeshare/affiliated carrier flights are // NOT// eligible
under the terms of this agreement unless stated otherwise.
Where codeshare/affiliated carrier flights are excluded
refer to Employee Travel Services.
Embargo/blackout
refer to Employee Travel Services
Tax
Any reduced rate ticket is subject to tax as applicable.
Restriction.
Travel permitted as follows:
Lufthansa (LH)
Lufthansa codeshare
- Condor (DE)
- Cityline gmbh (CL)
- Contactair flugdienst (LH)
Excluded:
LH ground transportation.
Pass exchange
(AC/LH joint venture - Canada/Germany)
Space available ZED - Zonal Employee Discount Personal Travel
Eligibility-ZED
Eligible for unlimited ZED - ZL fares:
Active employee of AC/Tier 2 & 3 with 6 months service
Retired employee
Spouse - legal & common-law partner (o/s & s/s)
Dependent children under 25 years of age
Eligible for unlimited ZED - ZH fares:
Parents of active/retired employee
Children:
Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult also on ZED
2-11 years pay 67% of the ZL fare
Infants - free of charge if not occupying a seat
- require a separate ticket for international travel.
Note:
Joint venture flights are eligible for Air Canada service charge pass.
Reservation-ZED
refer to Employee Travel Service.
--note--
Registration required for all space available international travel to/from
Germany
by contacting the local Lufthansa reservations office or airport
counter at least 24 hours prior to departure
Mileage-ZED
Calculate the mileage for each segment flown
assess the applicable fare based on the zone for each segment
travelled as per Chart-ZED
Chart-ZED fares in us$
mileage (ZL) (ZH)
zone 1 1-450 13 25
zone 2 451-750 16 36
zone 3 751-1600 21 44
zone 4 1601-3200 32 68
zone 5 3201-4080 37 89
zone 6 4081-5000 41 105
zone 7 5001-6100 49 113
zone 8 6101-7101 57 126
zone 9 7101-9000 63 150
fares are converted to local currency
subject to taxes as applicable
Ticketing-ZED
Refer to Employee Travel Services.
Validity
180 day from date of issue.
reservation entitlement standby
ID50 positive space reduced rate - personal
Eligibility:
Active employee of AC/Tier 2 & 3 with 6 months service
Retired employee
Spouse - legal & common-law partner (o/s & s/s)
Dependent children under 25 years of age
Discount:
50% personal travel
business and normal economy fares
normal economy excursion fares
children fares permitted
**no other discounted fare permitted**
Ticketing:
Refer to Employee Travel Services
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. Air Canada news -
Almost a month ago, Air Canada launched our redesigned Executive First
service on flights to London and later this week we will be introducing it on
flights to Paris, Munich and Frankfurt.
Over the coming months, the new service will be introduced on the rest of our
international network with more enhancements to our product to come.
Our new J-class product provides an innovative way for our customers to enjoy
their new restaurant-style meal aboard our international flights. Our objective
has been to reinforce our reputation as one of the world’s best airlines and
help secure our competitive edge in the marketplace going forward. And, from
every indication we’ve received so far, it’s been a tremendous success.
(Restaurant-style meals hmmm - one step ahead of fast food! - eds)
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Roma Donatelli, YYZ airport, Terminal 3, Tango sends this information -
YYZ AIRPORT SALES PARTY The Toronto Airport Customer Sales and Service
Department is having another retirement-reunion party. When: Tuesday October 8,
2002 17:00 – 22:00. Cost: $20.00 includes buffet dinner and gifts. Where: Le
Treport Banquet Hall Mississauga(same place as last year). There will be 28
ex-Air Canada and one ex-Canadian agents retiring. Two years ago, 300 people
attended this event. Last year 600 party-goers went. Agents came from as far
away as Halifax and Vancouver, Florida, and the Caribbean. This year, ticket
sales are limited to 650. To obtain tickets, contact Roma Donatelli at
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. Where are they now!
From information supplied by Tony Etheridge of UK Pionairs -
DC-3 CF-TDO - c/n 12026
Skytrain built as 42-92247 and delivered to the US Army Air Force on 31 October
, 1943, but allocated to the Royal Canadian Air Force as a Dakota Mk. III FL615
taken from Royal Air Force Lend-Lease Procurements. On 5 January, 1944, it was
assigned to No.32 Operational Training Unit and on 12 February, 1944, it was
ferried to the United Kingdom. It survived World War II and was struck off
charge on 19 February , 1946. There is no date for its transfer back to Canada
with the War Assets Corporation (Canada) Limited. On 1 May, 1946, it was
registered CF - TDO with Trans-Canada Air Lines, Fleet No.62, later 362. It
served TCA until11 May, 1959, when it was sold to Matane Air Services Limited.
On 23 July, 1963, as ZS-DRJ, it went to South Africa, being the first DC-3 for
Commercial Air Services, now known as Comair, being registered to the company
on 21 August, 1963. In the early 1970s it carried Air Lesotho titles, during a
lease when Comair operated the Air Lesotho schedules. Today, still in full
passenger service, it can carry 27 passengers plus a hostess, but is used
mainly on charter work, although occasionally used on scheduled flights when
the Fokker F .27 Friendship breaks down. Total flying hours on 1 September,
1987, totalled 49,658. since then, no further information is available. 12026
C-47A-1-DK ZS-DRJ
Comair- Commercial Airways (Pty) Ltd.,
PO Box 7015, Bonaero Park 1622,
Republic of South Africa.
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Sixty-five years old and proud of it! On Sept 23rd, in the presence of several
hundred employees at Toronto's Pearson International Airport, we unveiled our
specially painted Airbus A320 aircraft depicting Canada’s national flag. This
spectacular livery, covering all 37.6 metres (123.25 feet) of the aircraft, has
been named "Symphony of Voices" in recognition of the more than 40,000 Air
Canada employees & retirees who contributed their names to form the unique
design. It will be visible for all to see as it starts flying across Canada and
the United States today. The aircraft will keep its new livery for at least
three years.
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" ' "
. Latest info on the CF-TCC sent in by Alan MacLeod -
Subject: Lockheed called for duty in Toronto and Rockliffe
The Company Lockheed Electra was present at the unveiling of an Airbus, Sept.
23rd, which has been painted to commemorate 65 years of service--1937-2002.
An Airbus 319 painted in the colors of the Canadian flag, partially made up
from the names of 42,000 employees and retirees was unveiled on Sept 23rd at
Toronto, in bay 8 of the paint hangar. Not to be out done, the 65 year "young"
Lockheed was there to help celebrate this milestone.
A complimentary pasta dinner was served all day long for anyone wishing to come
and see the aircraft. It has been reported that Capt. Rob Giguere was seen
dishing up large plates of pasta ! Many employees dropped by to enjoyed the
activities.
Following this event TCC was flown to Ottawa, Rockliffe, to be present at the
formal handover ceremonies to the National Aviation Museum of DC9 Fin 711 on
the 26th.
This event was also well attended by employees and retirees. A large number
of pilots in uniform turned out for this event. Lovely flight attendants
still in their circa 1960 uniforms participated ! Retired Capt. Con Connolly,
Howie Campbell, to mention but two, along with many others were present. A
complimentary BBQ lunch was hosted by the museum staff. A bright sunny day
topped off the celebrations.
Following the celebrations Capt. Ken Patry flew the Lockheed back to Winnipeg
for preparation for winter storage---or possibly other upcoming events ???
Alan MacLeod.
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. Terry's travel tips.
Reference the Advantage 50 Discount Card mentioned in NetLetter nr 720
.....FYI we were told at National Express, and other places in England, it was
necessary to
purchase our Advantage 50 card in Canada prior to our journey. Read
about the discount card prior to our trip and all indications were that
we could purchase it in the UK..........however, that was not the case
and we were never allowed a senior's discount anywhere as we didn't have
our Card purchased in Canada.
Pearl Piers
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. Smilie.
Brian Dunn sends this story!
Subject: FLYING COW
Earlier this year, the dazed crew of a Japanese trawler were recovered
off the Sea of Japan clinging to the wreckage of their ship. Their
rescue, however, was followed by immediate imprisonment once
authorities questioned the sailors on their ship's loss. They claimed
that a cow, falling out of the clear blue sky, had struck the trawler
amidships, shattering its hull and sinking the vessel within minutes.
They remained in prison for several weeks, until the Russian Air Force
reluctantly informed the Japanese authorities that the crew of one of
its cargo planes had apparently stolen a cow wandering at the edge of
a Siberian airfield. They forced the cow into the plane's hold and
hastily departed for home. Unprepared for live cargo, the Russian crew
was ill-equipped to manage a rampaging cow within its hold. To save
the aircraft and themselves, they shoved the animal out of the cargo
hold as they crossed the Sea of Japan at an altitude of 30,000 feet.
Truth is sometimes stranger than fiction....
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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 723 Oct 2nd, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
To get in touch with either editor/pilot our email address is
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Both Vesta and Terry are back on the flight deck, so the NetLetters will be
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. Need to know.
Dependent Child Or Non-Depedent, When To Tell Employee Travel And
Recognition.
Employee Travel and Recognition would like to advise employees and retirees
that a form confirming their child’s dependency is no longer required for
children aged 19-24. By definition, a child is no longer considered dependent
if he/she is no longer a full-time student, works more than part-time, is
married and/or ceases to reside with you. To remove your child’s name from your
Card Holder Information Profile (CHIP), you’re requested to send Employee
Travel an e-mail atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call them at
1-866-473-4732. Failure to notify Employee Travel and Recognition that your
child is no longer a dependent will be considered an abuse of travel
privileges. There are no changes for children under the age of 18.
Effective Monday Sept 30th, the YVR Employee Travel and Recognition office
at the Ops Centre. no longer offer any walkup counter service.
We'll still be here for phone calls 604 270-5667 or 1 866-473-4732, fax
at 604 276-4892 or email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ).
We will no doubt inconvenience quite a few retirees and widow(er)s who
won't know until they get here. We will still have tickets available
outside of the office when we are here if they come in for u-writes or
Family Affair validation forms. Travel Card photos will be taken at the People
Services counter down the hall.
We will be increasing our incoming phone lines and will concentrate on
answering calls and emails. We are looking into a new phone setup which could
allow for call distribution between the offices, and a queuing system so
that you could hold for the next available agent. This may be some time
away.
Air Canada Makes Changes To Taipei Service For Winter Schedule. Effective Oct.
29, Air Canada will replace its daily A-340-300 service from Vancouver to
Taipei with a three times weekly codeshare service on EVA Air for the 2002-03
winter schedule. Other connections are also available with United Airlines via
Tokyo Narita or San Francisco.
Air Canada improves schedule between Canada and Israel. In addition to its
four
times weekly non-stop flights between Toronto and Tel Aviv, effective Nov. 1,
Air Canada will offer daily service on a codeshare basis with El Al between
Toronto and Tel Aviv, as well as the choice of convenient daily connecting
flights via Frankfurt to Tel Aviv on a codeshare basis with its Star Alliance™
partner Lufthansa. These new codeshare services are subject to government
approval.
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. Air Canada News.
Our Beloved DC-9 Heads To The Museum Of Ottawa For A Much Deserved Place In
History. Air Canada has arranged to donate one of Air Canada’s DC-9’s, fin
number 711, to Canada’s National Aviation Museum collection in Ottawa. The
event, planned for Sept. 26, will help showcase the DC-9’s rich history in
Canada’s aviation industry. To help mark this occasion, Employee Travel and
Recognition are inviting employees and retirees to participate in a quick trip
to Ottawa. Transportation will depart on Sept. 26 at 9 a.m. from the Montreal
Headquarters building. Your day will include a visit to the museum and a
barbecue, compliments of the museum. Employees who have vintage uniforms in
their closet are asked to wear them as part of the nostalgia.
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. From Tom Grant & Alan Rust.
Enter the ACFamily Travelscape Photo Contest
Win some great prizes!
Deadline October 31, 2002
Now offering FREE scanning service.
See Info and details and rules at
http://www.acfamily.net/acfcontest/travelscape.htm
Look at the submissions so far at
http://www.acfamily.net/photopost/index.php?cat=570
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. May Day.
From: Jean Leroux <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. >
Subject: TRIP TO SEOUL KOREA
My wife and I are planning to go to Seoul Korea next spring and I would like to
know from some members of the acfamily who went there, how easy is it to get
around in the capital, are the streets and metro in korean language only or in
english also. We would appreciate any information that would hepl us planning
our trip.
Thanks in advance
Jean Leroux e-mailThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Lyla Mobberley need help -
I want to visit New Orleans November 30 to December 3, 2002 and stay in the
French quarter.
Can anyone help in suggesting a reasonable rate and good accommodation
hotel or bed & breakfast in the French quarter.
Any help or suggestions would be very much appreciated. Thank you. You
may email me direct atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Lyla
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Phil Friesen,Brampton, Ont, sends this short bio -
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Started March 17, 1969 in YYZ in Reservations Records. July 73 transferred
to YYZ airport and remained there in Sales until retirement 30 Dec 2001.
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. Terry's travel tips.
Dargal has these offerings -
*SPECIAL LAST MINUTE DEAL INCLUDING AIR*
Availability is limited so call Dargal today!
1-800-690-3223, extension 318
TURKOISE, Turks & Caicos ~ Village for Adults
Turkoise is a paradise for sports lovers with scuba diving, tennis and trapeze.
Enjoy the social atmosphere and the lively nightlife at this Village for
Adults.
1 week including air fare only $899 CAD (approx. $562 USD) per person
Departure from Toronto ~ October 14
We've also got a great special with Club Med this month... Book your
all-inclusive Club Med vacation in October and WE'LL PAY THE MEMBERSHIP FEE!
Choose from numerous Club Med Villages in North America, the Caribbean, Europe
& more!
We’ve also got some fabulous deals for cruises down under to Australia, as well
as to the beautiful Caribbean (including cruises aboard the BRAND NEW Carnival
Conquest), cruises through fascinating Europe, and marvelous Mexico! Ole!
*** ALL-INCLUSIVE CLUB MED ***
ATHENIA, Greece ~ Village for Families
September 29 to October 6: From $52 CAD (approx. $35 USD) per person/night
October 6 to October 13: From $44 CAD (approx. $28 USD) per person/night
KAMARINA, Italy ~ Village for Families
September 29 to October 6: From $93 CAD (approx. $58 USD) per person/night
October 6 to October 13: From $88 CAD (approx. $55 USD) per person/night
REMEMBER... THE FOLLOWING CRUISE RATES INCLUDE PORT CHARGES!
*** ASIA & AUSTRALIA ***
October 29 ~ 12 Night ~ Princess' Regal Princess
ITINERARY: Osaka, Japan to Beijing (Xingang), China
Inside $899, Outside Stateroom $999
November 2 ~ 18 Nights ~ Holland America's NEW Prinsendam
ITINERARY: Singapore to Sydney, Australia Inside $1099, Oceanview $1285
November 20 ~ 16 Nights ~ Holland America's NEW Prinsendam
ITINERARY: Sydney, Australia to Auckland, New Zealand Inside $999, Oceanview
$1168
December 6 ~ 16 Nights ~ Holland America's NEW Prinsendam
ITINERARY: Auckland, New Zealand to Sydney, Australia Inside $999, Oceanview
$1168
December 22 (CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR'S SAILING) ~ 16 Nights ~ Holland America's
NEW Prinsendam
ITINERARY: Sydney, Australia to Auckland, New Zealand
Inside $1299, Oceanview $1519
Club Med Special: Book in October and DARGAL will pay the Club Med adult
membership fee. Minimum 5 night stay required, on resorts $95 CAD and over, per
person/night.
CLUB MED: Rates are land only and quoted in Canadian dollars per person (based
on double occupancy). USD rates are approximate based on exchange rate at time
of printing and may vary. Certain dates require Sunday arrival.
CRUISES: Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars per person (based on double
occupancy). PORT CHARGES ARE INCLUDED. Government taxes/fees are additional.
ALL RATES are subject to availability, eligibility, and are subject to change
without notice. ALL OFFERS apply to new bookings only, are capacity controlled
and may be withdrawn without notice.
For more information on these and other specials, contact us at: DARGAL
Interline 1-800-690-3223 (North America)
International: (Country Code)-800-2832-7425
Fax: (250) 861-3283
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From: Terry Baker <
To:
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Subject: [The NetLetter] NetLetter nr 723 Oct 2/02 - The NetLetter
Date: Wed, 02 Oct 2002 18:38:05 -0700
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T H E _| TCA |_
_|\| AIR |/|_
N E T L E T T E R > CANADA <
>_./|\._<
|
( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 723 Oct 2nd, 2002. We first published in October 1995.
Circulation: 2500+
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
To get in touch with either editor/pilot our email address is
=================================================================
Both Vesta and Terry are back on the flight deck, so the NetLetters will be
coming. We appreciate receiving those emails of encouragement we received
recently.
|
'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
. Need to know.
Dependent Child Or Non-Depedent, When To Tell Employee Travel And
Recognition.
Employee Travel and Recognition would like to advise employees and retirees
that a form confirming their child’s dependency is no longer required for
children aged 19-24. By definition, a child is no longer considered dependent
if he/she is no longer a full-time student, works more than part-time, is
married and/or ceases to reside with you. To remove your child’s name from your
Card Holder Information Profile (CHIP), you’re requested to send Employee
Travel an e-mail at
1-866-473-4732. Failure to notify Employee Travel and Recognition that your
child is no longer a dependent will be considered an abuse of travel
privileges. There are no changes for children under the age of 18.
Effective Monday Sept 30th, the YVR Employee Travel and Recognition office
at the Ops Centre. no longer offer any walkup counter service.
We'll still be here for phone calls 604 270-5667 or 1 866-473-4732, fax
at 604 276-4892 or email (
We will no doubt inconvenience quite a few retirees and widow(er)s who
won't know until they get here. We will still have tickets available
outside of the office when we are here if they come in for u-writes or
Family Affair validation forms. Travel Card photos will be taken at the People
Services counter down the hall.
We will be increasing our incoming phone lines and will concentrate on
answering calls and emails. We are looking into a new phone setup which could
allow for call distribution between the offices, and a queuing system so
that you could hold for the next available agent. This may be some time
away.
Air Canada Makes Changes To Taipei Service For Winter Schedule. Effective Oct.
29, Air Canada will replace its daily A-340-300 service from Vancouver to
Taipei with a three times weekly codeshare service on EVA Air for the 2002-03
winter schedule. Other connections are also available with United Airlines via
Tokyo Narita or San Francisco.
Air Canada improves schedule between Canada and Israel. In addition to its
four
times weekly non-stop flights between Toronto and Tel Aviv, effective Nov. 1,
Air Canada will offer daily service on a codeshare basis with El Al between
Toronto and Tel Aviv, as well as the choice of convenient daily connecting
flights via Frankfurt to Tel Aviv on a codeshare basis with its Star Alliance™
partner Lufthansa. These new codeshare services are subject to government
approval.
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" ' "
. Air Canada News.
Our Beloved DC-9 Heads To The Museum Of Ottawa For A Much Deserved Place In
History. Air Canada has arranged to donate one of Air Canada’s DC-9’s, fin
number 711, to Canada’s National Aviation Museum collection in Ottawa. The
event, planned for Sept. 26, will help showcase the DC-9’s rich history in
Canada’s aviation industry. To help mark this occasion, Employee Travel and
Recognition are inviting employees and retirees to participate in a quick trip
to Ottawa. Transportation will depart on Sept. 26 at 9 a.m. from the Montreal
Headquarters building. Your day will include a visit to the museum and a
barbecue, compliments of the museum. Employees who have vintage uniforms in
their closet are asked to wear them as part of the nostalgia.
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'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
. From Tom Grant & Alan Rust.
Enter the ACFamily Travelscape Photo Contest
Win some great prizes!
Deadline October 31, 2002
Now offering FREE scanning service.
See Info and details and rules at
http://www.acfamily.net/acfcontest/travelscape.htm
Look at the submissions so far at
http://www.acfamily.net/photopost/index.php?cat=570
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" ' "
. May Day.
From: Jean Leroux <
Subject: TRIP TO SEOUL KOREA
My wife and I are planning to go to Seoul Korea next spring and I would like to
know from some members of the acfamily who went there, how easy is it to get
around in the capital, are the streets and metro in korean language only or in
english also. We would appreciate any information that would hepl us planning
our trip.
Thanks in advance
Jean Leroux e-mail
Lyla Mobberley need help -
I want to visit New Orleans November 30 to December 3, 2002 and stay in the
French quarter.
Can anyone help in suggesting a reasonable rate and good accommodation
hotel or bed & breakfast in the French quarter.
Any help or suggestions would be very much appreciated. Thank you. You
may email me direct at
Lyla
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" ' "
Phil Friesen,Brampton, Ont, sends this short bio -
Started March 17, 1969 in YYZ in Reservations Records. July 73 transferred
to YYZ airport and remained there in Sales until retirement 30 Dec 2001.
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" ' "
. Terry's travel tips.
Dargal has these offerings -
*SPECIAL LAST MINUTE DEAL INCLUDING AIR*
Availability is limited so call Dargal today!
1-800-690-3223, extension 318
TURKOISE, Turks & Caicos ~ Village for Adults
Turkoise is a paradise for sports lovers with scuba diving, tennis and trapeze.
Enjoy the social atmosphere and the lively nightlife at this Village for
Adults.
1 week including air fare only $899 CAD (approx. $562 USD) per person
Departure from Toronto ~ October 14
We've also got a great special with Club Med this month... Book your
all-inclusive Club Med vacation in October and WE'LL PAY THE MEMBERSHIP FEE!
Choose from numerous Club Med Villages in North America, the Caribbean, Europe
& more!
We’ve also got some fabulous deals for cruises down under to Australia, as well
as to the beautiful Caribbean (including cruises aboard the BRAND NEW Carnival
Conquest), cruises through fascinating Europe, and marvelous Mexico! Ole!
*** ALL-INCLUSIVE CLUB MED ***
ATHENIA, Greece ~ Village for Families
September 29 to October 6: From $52 CAD (approx. $35 USD) per person/night
October 6 to October 13: From $44 CAD (approx. $28 USD) per person/night
KAMARINA, Italy ~ Village for Families
September 29 to October 6: From $93 CAD (approx. $58 USD) per person/night
October 6 to October 13: From $88 CAD (approx. $55 USD) per person/night
REMEMBER... THE FOLLOWING CRUISE RATES INCLUDE PORT CHARGES!
*** ASIA & AUSTRALIA ***
October 29 ~ 12 Night ~ Princess' Regal Princess
ITINERARY: Osaka, Japan to Beijing (Xingang), China
Inside $899, Outside Stateroom $999
November 2 ~ 18 Nights ~ Holland America's NEW Prinsendam
ITINERARY: Singapore to Sydney, Australia Inside $1099, Oceanview $1285
November 20 ~ 16 Nights ~ Holland America's NEW Prinsendam
ITINERARY: Sydney, Australia to Auckland, New Zealand Inside $999, Oceanview
$1168
December 6 ~ 16 Nights ~ Holland America's NEW Prinsendam
ITINERARY: Auckland, New Zealand to Sydney, Australia Inside $999, Oceanview
$1168
December 22 (CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR'S SAILING) ~ 16 Nights ~ Holland America's
NEW Prinsendam
ITINERARY: Sydney, Australia to Auckland, New Zealand
Inside $1299, Oceanview $1519
Club Med Special: Book in October and DARGAL will pay the Club Med adult
membership fee. Minimum 5 night stay required, on resorts $95 CAD and over, per
person/night.
CLUB MED: Rates are land only and quoted in Canadian dollars per person (based
on double occupancy). USD rates are approximate based on exchange rate at time
of printing and may vary. Certain dates require Sunday arrival.
CRUISES: Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars per person (based on double
occupancy). PORT CHARGES ARE INCLUDED. Government taxes/fees are additional.
ALL RATES are subject to availability, eligibility, and are subject to change
without notice. ALL OFFERS apply to new bookings only, are capacity controlled
and may be withdrawn without notice.
For more information on these and other specials, contact us at: DARGAL
Interline 1-800-690-3223 (North America)
International: (Country Code)-800-2832-7425
Fax: (250) 861-3283
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'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
Important reminder, for all new articles, submissions and or comments
for the "The Netletter" please send to:
Our joint e-mail address is:
please add to your Address Books.
This e-mail address has been set up so that both of us (exclusively)
will get an automatic copy and so we can keep up with the continuity of
news for the NetLetter.
================================================================
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**************http://www.acfamily.net
**************
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