YVR Air Mail Newsletter - August 2005 Issue


		August 2005

Welcome to the August Issue of YVR Air Mail, the official electronic newsletter for YVR and the Airport Authority. We hope you enjoy it and welcome your feedback.


	Another First For YVR What do suitcase wheels and loose gravel have in common? These seemingly harmless objects are potentially dangerous to aircraft operating on runways. more info				New Wheels For GF Strong Vancouver's GF Strong Rehab Centre has a new custom made, specially designed micro-bus, courtesy of the Airport Authority. more info


			The World At Your Fingertips Airports are gateways to the world. At YVR, we are continually working towards expanding our network and putting the globe within your reach. more info


			Savvy Shopping Made Easy Do you want to know a secret? Did you know that duty free shopping at YVR is a mecca for luxurious goods, an unbelievable selection of gifts, and prices you have to see to believe? more info


			YVR - Your Airport 2027 Are you planning for your future? In 2027, do you know where you will be or what you will be doing? At Vancouver International Airport (YVR), the Airport Authority is asking these kinds of questions as part of its long-term planning for the development of the airport. more info


			Life In The Tower Reputed to be among the most stressful jobs in the world, air traffic controllers are responsible for coordinating the safe movement of aircraft, maintaining safe distances between planes, and directing take-offs and landings. For Fred Kroon, it's all in a day's work. more info


			The Airport Authority Visits This Year’s PNE Come visit us at this year's PNE. View our YVR expansion model or speak to an Airport Authority representative about our upcoming plans for the future. Drop by the Urban Change Pavillion, showcasing the changing face of Vancouver with a focus on sustainability, energy efficiency and enviro-friendly products. For more information on the PNE visit its website at www.pne.ca.


	Look for our next issue in September 2005 Last Month's Issue July 2005


	Did you know that Vancouver International Airport was the first organization to be designated a BC Hydro Power Smart Certified business? Among YVR's features are lights that dim automatically when it's bright outside, motion sensitive escalators, and the largest solar powered hot water heating system in the province.


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