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

School's Out, Travel's In

YVR is gearing up for summer, the busiest time of year with close to 70,000 passengers travelling through the terminals on peak days.

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Eat, Drink and Shop the New Wing

YVR raises the bar for airport shopping with the introduction of its new duty free partner, Spanish company Aldeasa.

Marine Exhibits at YVR

Located at the end of the stream that runs through YVR's new International Terminal wing, the 114,000-litre main aquarium houses a rich collection of marine life native to B.C.

Art Features in the New International Terminal Wing

YVR has an extensive collection of contemporary Northwest Coast Native art, and the International Terminal expansion includes four new works by B.C. artists.

2007 Summer Runway Repair Program

Just like roads and highways, YVR's runway system requires regular, ongoing maintenance to keep it in top working condition.

YVR Hot Spots to Keep You Cool

As the mercury soars, visitors to YVR can keep their cool with these insider's tips on where to go and what to do when passing time at the airport.

Smart Packing Tips

As you gear up for your much-anticipated summer holiday, keep these helpful packing tips, courtesy of the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA), in mind.

Canada Line Construction Update

Work on the YVR portion of the Canada Line continues at a rapid pace, well ahead of the initial project schedule.

Aircraft of the Month: ATR 42-300

The ATR family of 50-seat and 74-seat turbo prop regional aircraft takes to the skies with more than 130 carriers worldwide.