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( For retirees of the new Air Canada family)
Number 628 , Friday, October 19, 2001,
We first Published in October 1995
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson - Co-pilot - Terry Baker
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A bit on the lighter side from down under.
Dear Vesta - Was clearing out old Netletters recently and in nr 491 there
was a reference to a novel “The Rainbow and the Rose” by Nevil Shute.
Possibly of interest to those who may have read it is that Tasmania was the
scene of that part of the story where a young sick girl was airlifted from
a rugged part of an island back to hospital on the Australian mainland by
the old pilot. The particular part of the island was visited by Shute and
is in the SW where a tin miner, Deny King, lived with his family including
two daughters. the area was and still is virtually uninhabited and only
accessible by boat, ( a lengthy trip S. from Hobart, round the SW Cape and
the into Port Davey and bathurst Harbour) and small aircraft. Deny
gradually gave up his mining but the area became a rendevoux for the many
bushwalkers, (amongst whom were our own two daughters) who came down from
the North through the National Park or walked the South coast track, each a
two-three day trip. He became a Tassie Icon and only died about 6 years
ago. Interestingly an Australian author, Christobel Mattingly, has only
recently completed a biography of Deny with the help of his daughters and
covers many stories of his doings over the years in this remote spot. The
book is called “King of the Wilderness” and has just gone into its second
printing after only a few weeks on sale. I dont have a note of the
publishers here but if anyone is interested just let me know. Regards and
many many thanks as always for the wonderful service which you provide
particularly to us Down Under.
Ian Gardner <
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. Air Canada news -
Why is Air Canada Spending Money on Tango Now?:
Air Canada is launching Tango at minimal expense. A small number of the 13
A-320 aircraft were still in Canadian Airlines livery and were due to be
painted; the majority were already in Air Canada livery, therefore
requiring minimal repainting with simple, clean graphics. Tango will be
staffed with existing Air Canada employees and will feature low fares,
electronic ticketing, a simple pricing structure and a unique "all extras
are optional" policy.
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Subject: AC Captain Gus Cirko (Rtd)
Date: Mon, 15 Oct 2001 20:38:00 -0400
Gus Cirko died yesterday of a massive heart attack in New Zealand.
There was a service held in New Zealand and he will be
cremated there. Gus was 81.
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Aviation Memoirs: A Love Affair with Flight
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. Ross Smyth, ret TCA/AC Public Relations Manager has launched his new
book -
"Aviation Memoirs: A Love Affair with Flight" ISBN 1-894263-43-X available
from General Store Publishing House, Box 28, 1694B Burnstown Rd, Burnstown,
ON K0J 1G0
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(your editor is mentioned on page 115 <G>)
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Retirement Bash
The Toronto Airport employee recognition committee will be hosting its
second Retirement Bash for airport sales employees from local 2213. At the
first party a few months ago, over 50 passenger agents retired and over 500
tickets were sold for the event. Agents flew in from as far away as
Vancouver and Halifax for the bash. Now a few dozen more agents are
retiring. The party will be held on Tuesday November 6 2001. Tickets are $20
for the dinner. All tickets have to purchased in advance - no tickets at the
door. Last day for ticket sales is November 2. For more info call the
employee recognition office in YYZ Terminal Two at (905) 676-4300 X 6622.
Roma Donatelli
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. Remember when.
On April 28th 1975 Air Canada inaugural flight YYZ - Charlottetown.
Capt. C.Simpson, Capt. Alan MacLeod, Purser Harry Lane, f/a's
Marion Clark,
L.Leroux and N.Forget.
May 1st 1995 Air Canada inaugural service YOW-Washington (Dulles) CL65
reg C-FRIL
Dec 20th 1995, Air Canada B747-400 reg C-GAGM inaugural flight YYZ-Hong
Kong, the carriers name was emblazoned in 6 foot high Chinese charaters
which translated into "Maple Leaf Airlines".
In Canadian Airlines, the B737 vreplaced the DC6B, the final one was
sold Aug 25th, 1969 CF-CZT c/n 45327 fin 442 to OFC Leasing Corp making
CPAL an all jet airline with the exception of the DC-3.
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. Terry's travel tips.
INTERLINING Plus NEWS
Explore the wonders down under on your schedule with
AUSTRALIA PACIFIC'S SIGHTSE & SAVE
4 FULL DAYS OF TOURS ONLY $191us PER PERSON
Book tours upon your arrival in Australia-choose from tours of Sydney,
Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Darwin
Kakadu, Alice Springs, Kings Canyon, Ayers Rock, Adelaide & Perth
Children $96us(under 15)
Positive space airfare available-LA to Sydney return available with Air
New Zealand $639us + tax
CALL NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE!
1-800-665-3100
BUDAPEST SPA FAM TRIP
This popular, 5-night package returns for Winter 2001-2, at the first-class
Thermal, Spa Hotels Helia and Margitziget in Downtown Budapest.
Helia - $299 U.S. double; $399 U.S. single; extra nights available - $41
U.S. p/p double; $68 US single. Effective through March 31, 2002.
Margitszige - $319 U.S. double; $419 U.S. single; extra nights available -
$44 U.S. double; $66 U.S. single. Effective through March 31, 2002
Packages includes 5 nights accommodation, daily breakfast, unlimited use of
all spa facilities, 5 personal spa treatments, tax and service charges.
4 DAY/3 NIGHT MINI FAMS
4 day/3 night FAMS are offered through March 31, 2002 and include
accommodations, daily breakfast, city tour, tax and service charges.
Budapest $86 US p/p double; $108 US single; extra nights from $25 US double,
$32 US single.
Prague $79 US p/p double; $106 US single; extra nights from $23 US double;
$32 US single .
Vienna $81 US p/p double; $116 US single’ extra nights from $22 US double;
$34 US single.
Salzburg $77 US p/p double; $123 US single; extra nights from $34 US double;
$57 US single.
2 NIGHT FAMS
Munich, Berlin, Warsaw and Krakow from $84 US p/p double; $142 US single;
extra nights from $43 Us double: $71 US single.
NB. FAMS not available from December 28 through January 2.
WINTER IN POTUGAL’S ALGARVE
All-inclusive rates are offered in Abufeira, on the Algarve Coast, at the
lovely, cliff-side, Aramar Resort, overlooking the ocean (and walking
distance to downtown) or at the beautiful Monica Isabel beachfront resort
(minimum 3-night stay).
Auramar - $62 CDN p/p double; $84 CDN single. Through March 31, 2002. Rates
from April 1-30, 2002 - $80 CDN p/p double; $104 CDN single.
Monica Isabel - $72 CDN p/p double; $85CDN single; $65 CDN triple. Through
March 31, 2002. Rates from April 1-30, 2002 - $91DN p/p double; $113 CDN
single; $88 triple. One child sharing (under 11 years of age), half price.
These properties include all meals, snacks and drinks (several restaurants
and bars), tennis, mini-golf, billiards, evening entertainment and
activities program. All units feature air conditioning, kitchenette, TV,
radio and balcony.
WINTER ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA
Several, self-catering Apartment resorts are available on the Cote D’Azur,
between Cannes and Nice, with studios for one or two persons, and apartments
for up to 7 persons. Special rates from just $21 CDN p/p, per night double;
$42 CDN single (minimum 21-night duration).. Effective through March 30,
2002. Even lower prices available for 30-night stays!
All units are fully furnished and equipped and include weekly maid service.
All are on or near the Sea.
Rates also good for friends and relative son their own. Reasonable air-only
or car-only rates can also be arranged.
NB: Once confirmed and pre-paid, these packages are non-refundable***
Terrific deals on cruises. Check out our website at:
www.idts-ca.com
Contact Interline Discount Travel Service at:
Phone: (905) 336-1823, (905) 454-3973 or (705) 652-7117.
Fax: (905) 336-1787, (905) 452-9094 or (705) 652-7080.
Toll free - 1-877-905-2331, 1-888-305-IDTS or 1-888-306-IDTS.
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Hi Interliner,
We've just received new Disney 2002 Interline Rates! Hop aboard... the magic
and wonder of Disney awaits both first-time cruisers and seasoned sailors of
all ages, on grand ships traveling to exciting ports that you will never
forget. So lets get right to it!
REMEMBER... THESE RATES INCLUDE PORT CHARGES!
7 Nights ~ January 5, 12, 19 & 26, February 2, 9 & 23, March 2, 9 & 16
ITINERARY: Port Canaveral, Florida; At Sea; St. Maarten; St. Thomas, USVI;
At Sea; Castaway Cay; Port Canaveral, Florida
Cat. 11 - Standard Inside Stateroom $599
Cat. 10 - Deluxe Inside Stateroom $619
Cat. 9 - Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom $669
Cat. 8 - Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom $709
Cat. 7 - Deluxe Stateroom w/Navigator's Verandah $819
Cat. 6 - Deluxe Stateroom w/Verandah $859
Cat. 5 - Deluxe Stateroom w/Verandah $889
Cat. 4 - Deluxe Family Stateroom w/Verandah $1089
3rd & 4th $599
Child (3-12) $399
Infants (2 and under) pay port/gov't fees only
4 Nights ~ January 13 & 27, February 10 & 24, March 10
ITINERARY: Port Canaveral, Florida; Nassau, Bahamas; Freeport, Bahamas;
Castaway Cay; Port Canaveral, Florida
OR
4 Nights ~ January 6 & 20, February 3, March 3 & 17
ITINERARY: Port Canaveral, Florida; Nassau, Bahamas; Castaway Cay; At Sea;
Port Canaveral, Florida
Cat. 11 - Standard Inside Stateroom $449
Cat. 10 - Deluxe Inside Stateroom $469
Cat. 9 - Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom $499
Cat. 8 - Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom $519
Cat. 7 - Deluxe Stateroom w/Navigator's Verandah $549
Cat. 6 - Deluxe Stateroom w/Verandah $569
Cat. 5 - Deluxe Stateroom w/Verandah $599
Cat. 4 - Deluxe Family Stateroom w/Verandah $759
3rd & 4th $349,Child (3-12) $249,Infants (2 and under)
pay port/gov't fees only
3 Nights ~ January 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, February 7 & 28, March 7, 14 & 21
ITINERARY: Port Canaveral, Florida; Nassau, Bahamas; Castaway Cay; Port
Canaveral, Florida
Cat. 11 - Standard Inside Stateroom $349
Cat. 10 - Deluxe Inside Stateroom $379
Cat. 9 - Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom $409
Cat. 8 - Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom $429
Cat. 7 - Deluxe Stateroom w/Navigator's Verandah $459
Cat. 6 - Deluxe Stateroom w/Verandah $479
Cat. 5 - Deluxe Stateroom w/Verandah $499
Cat. 4 - Deluxe Family Stateroom w/Verandah $639
3rd & 4th $299
Child (3-12) $199
Infants (2 and under) pay port/gov't fees only
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Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars per person (based on
double occupancy) and are subject to change, availability
and eligibility. PORT CHARGES ARE INCLUDED. Government taxes/fees
are additional. 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
E-mail:
Or visit NEW our Web Site at: www.dargal.com
(don't forget to check out our *Hot Deals* section!)
PLEASE QUOTE EM# 101501
Open weekdays 6 am to 7 pm, Saturdays 7 am to 5 pm
and Sundays 9 am to 3 pm (PST)
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. Smilies.
Stock market report - from the London England Pionairs newsletter -
Helium was up.
Feathers were down,
Paper was stationary.
Flourescent tubing was dimmed in light trading.
Knives were up sharply.
Cows steered into a bull market.
Pencils lost a few points.
Hiking equipment was trailing.
Elevators rose.
Escalators continued their slow decline.
Light switches were off.
Diapers remained unchanged.
Coca Cola fizzled.
Sun peaked at midday.
Balloon prices were inflated.
Scott Tissue touched a new bottom.
Batteries exploded in an attempt to recharge the market.
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