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At 43, I learned how to fly
Globe and Mail
According to author Heather McDonald: Parked beside the sleek Air Canada jet, she looked like a toy. But my enthusiasm would not be curbed.
The tiny two-seat Cessna shone in the sun. And for one hour she was mine. Well, sort of. The bill was mine alone. Control and responsibility for my first flight lesson would be shared with my instructor, Glen.
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Cessna's newest entry-level light jet nears certification
AINonline
Cessna Aircraft is looking to beat back encroaching entry-level light jet competition with its new M2. But can a nearly 25-year-old fuselage design do the trick? The market is about to find out. The new Citation M2, a refreshed version of the company's smallest Model 525 — the CitationJet — is nearing certification.
Government of Canada invests in safety at St. Andrews Airport
Aviation.ca
James Bezan, member of Parliament for Selkirk-Interlake, on behalf of the Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport, announced funding for an important safety improvement project at the St. Andrews Airport.
The St. Andrews Airport is receiving $203,784, through the Airports Capital Assistance Program, for the replacement of a plow truck for the removal of snow which will help maintain the safe operation of the airfield for both passengers and employees.
"The St. Andrews Airport is an important aviation hub for local residents, businesses, trade and tourism," said Bezan. "This funding will enhance the safety of all those who use this airport, especially the communities and businesses in this region."
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NATO flying training in Canada celebrates 200,000 flying hours
Ottawa Citizen
The NATO Flying Training in Canada program celebrated 200,000 flying hours on the CT-156 Harvard II aircraft at 15 Wing Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
Hundreds of people — including Bombardier personnel, industry partners and military personnel — gathered at 15 Wing headquarters to mark the milestone.
STARS unveils faster, stronger chopper
Calgary Herald
A new red bird will soon be flying overhead, and it's a bigger, faster, stronger lifesaver than ever before.
STARS Air Ambulance unveiled its new $16 million Calgary-based helicopter, which was paid for by donors.
"It really has been a voyage of persistence," said STARS founder Gregory Powell, referring to the non-profit's massive fundraising effort.
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Aviation Specialties Unlimited demonstrates night-vision goggles
AINonline
Aviation Specialties Unlimited is demonstrating night-vision goggle technology during the NBAA Convention. Attendees can experience NVGs in the demonstration trailer at the company's booth.
ASU provides NVG equipment, cockpit modifications, pilot training and goggle maintenance, and holds supplemental type certificates on multiple fixed-wing aircraft.
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Minister Raitt reiterates commitment to strengthening aviation security
CNW
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport, addressed the SecureTech 2013 Conference on the Government of Canada's ongoing work to strengthen the security of Canada's land borders and aviation system. Since 2006, the federal government has committed over $2 billion to aviation security.
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Anderson Air Ltd orders Cessna citation sovereign Elliptical Winglet upgrade
Aviation Pros
Vancouver-based Anderson Air Ltd an executive charter and aircraft management service provider, currently operate three Cessna Citation Sovereign business jets as a part of their charter operation. Wichita, Kansas-based Winglet Technology, LLC announced that Anderson Air Ltd has agreed to purchase Winglet Technology's Elliptical Winglet upgrade for their fleet of Cessna Citation Sovereign business jets.
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Toronto windsock is tattered and full of holes
Toronto Star
Some socks are meant to have a hole in them, but when the holes outnumber toes, it's time to find another.
Downsview in Toronto has a long history tied to de Havilland Canada, which built a manufacturing facility in the 1920s along with an airstrip to test its planes.
The plant manufactured planes used in the World War II, while the airstrip was expanded and became a Royal Canadian Air Force base after the war.
Airline executive praises pilot skill in emergency landing
Maui Now
Officials at Mokulele Airlines in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, praised the pilot and co-pilot who successfully landed a commuter flight on Maui's Pi'ilani Highway.
"We are very grateful that due to the skill of our pilots and support team, this flight was able to land safely," said Mokulele CEO Ron Hansen in a statement.
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