From the monthly archives:

July 2010

The Sound of Aircraft

July 9, 2010

Are you interested in learning how YVR handles the complex issue of noise management? Would you like to know more about how we monitor and track aircraft noise?    The Airport Authority is offering two information seminars on noise management. As well as learning about noise, you will also be treated to an airfield tour noting [...]

Take Off Fridays at YVR

July 7, 2010

Are you looking for something free and fun for your family to do this summer? Or are you travelling out of the airport this summer? Starting July 9, 2010 at YVR, come and get your face painted, listen to the latest beats and sample treats from some of YVR’s shops and restaurants. Every Friday, July [...]

Meet Mary Jordan – Chair of Vancouver Airport Authority

July 6, 2010
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We recently spoke with Mary Jordan, the Airport Authority’s new Chair of the Board of Directors, to find out more about her involvement in aviation and airports and what she sees in the future for YVR. Here’s what we found out: Q: Thanks for speaking with us today. I guess the first big question is [...]

YVR Celebrates Canada Day with Red…. and Green

July 5, 2010
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Once again, YVR took part in the Canada Day community celebrations in Steveston that attracts about 75,000 people. The famous July 1st Salmon Festival in Steveston starts with a parade of 100 entries from many different groups, including marching bands, floats and local community groups. The parade theme this year was “Red Goes Green”, focusing [...]

YVR’s South Airfield Gets The Green Lights

July 5, 2010

In 1931, the first lighting to direct aircraft to YVR was mounted on the roof of the Hudson’s Bay department store in downtown Vancouver.  Needless to say, the airport’s lighting system has improved since then, and this summer it’s being taken to the next level. YVR’s south airfield will be getting greener and brighter with [...]

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