Aviation Memorabilia Newsletter

 

 

from 'Long Haul by Simple Flying' 

 

 

 

As mentioned in the video, the last of 60 USAF KC-10's (modified DC-10-30's) was retired in a ceremony on September 26, 2024 at Travis Air Force Base in California (video links below).

 

It made its last flight to the huge boneyard in Tucson, Arizona. The KC-10 had an excellent record in USAF service for more than 40 years. 

 

 

Retired Air Canada photographer, Brian Losito, sent us a few photos of Lockheed L-1011 TriStars.

 

Although short lived within the Air Canada fleet, they are well remembered by many.

 

Remember to click the images to see full size.

 

At left, a close up while taxiing in Toronto.

 

A wider view of aircraft taxiing. 

 

 

C-GAGF - Fin #551 parked 'in the weeds'.

 

 

Some shiny new aircraft at the Lockheed production line circa 1981

 

In the foreground is L-1011-500 C-GAGF (Fin # 551) which was delivered to AC in February 1981. 

 

In the background (top-centre) is L-1011-500 C-GAGG (Fin #552 ) delivered in September 1981.

 

Editor's Note by Ken Pickford:

 

All six of AC's long-range, shortened fuselage L-1011-500's were sold to Delta Air Lines in late 1991/early 1992 after only 10 years service with AC. Like most aircraft that are "shrunk" to increase range, the final longer range L-1011-500 was unsuccessful in the market with only 50 built.

 

One of the L-1011's problems in general, apart from the financial issues that affected both Lockheed and engine supplier Rolls-Royce during development, was the lack of a model fully competitive with the long-range DC-10-30 which was available six years earlier.

 

And by the time the L-1011-500 went into service in 1979 the more economic twin-engine widebodies, especially the Boeing 767, were only a couple of years away with one less engine and one less person in the flight deck.

 

 

Attention Canadians! If you're traveling to or transiting through the United Kingdom on or after January 8, 2025, you'll need to have an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). You can apply for an ETA as of November 27, 2024.

 

Learn more: travel.gc.ca/destinations/United-Kingdom

U.S. passport renewal -

 

Americans for the first time are now able to renew their passport online, according to an announcement made recently by the U.S. Department of State.

 

The move, the State Department says, marks “a significant step forward in ensuring that Americans can more easily access passport services.”

Instead of printing a paper application and mailing it with a cheque, Americans can now renew their passports through a secure process that will save time and effort. According to Reuters, the State Department has been beta testing the program for the last two months.

 

Source: www.cnn.com

 

 

Air Creebec is a regional airline based in Waskaganish, Quebec.

 

It operates regularly scheduled flights, charter and freight services to 16 destinations in Quebec and Ontario. The main bases are located at Val-d’Or, Montreal and Timmins, with hubs at Waskaganish, Chisasibi, and Moosonee.

 

Established in June 1982, the airline first took flight a few weeks later, on July 1. At that time the Cree owned 51% of the company and Austin Airways owned the remaining 49%.

 

In 1988, the Cree purchased the remaining airline assets in the largest commercial deal undertaken by any aboriginal group in Canada to that date – bringing Air Creebec completely under Cree ownership. Air Creebec now employs over 400 people, about one-third of whom are First Nations. 

Air Creebec operates 18 aircraft registered with Transport Canada. Our fleet includes Dash 8-300, Dash 8-100 and HS748 cargo aircraft. We are in the process of acquiring additional aircraft to better serve our clientele.

 

Source: aircreebec.ca

 

 

C-FNXN De Havilland Canada DHC-8-311

 

Photo by Pierre Gillard

 

 

Posted on rampageyyz.ca January 16, 2023 Bv ACYYZ58.

 

Air Canada's baggage agents, standing tall,
With a smile and a helping hand for us all.
They assist with our bags, big and small,
Making sure we have them when we leave the hall.
They work in the office, yet always on call,
Dealing with the public, they give their all.
Responding to concerns, both in person and on the phone,
Their hard work is never done, they're always alone.
They track and catalogue our luggage with care,
Making sure it's resolved, without a glitch or a snare.
Their knowledge and efficiency, beyond compare,
Their customer service, always beyond repair.
They handle the baggage with care and precision,
Ensuring it reaches its destination with decision.
They work tirelessly, with no hesitation,
Their aim is to provide the best customer satisfaction.
With computer software, they track and trace,
Making sure our bags are in the right place.
In case of any delay, lost or damage case,
They work diligently to find a solution, with pace.
Their professionalism and patience, always on display,
Even in the face of irate customers, they never sway.
They handle each issue with tact and grace,
Their aim is to leave a lasting positive impression, in every case.
Air Canada's baggage agents, we thank you,
For all that you do, to make our travel smooth.
You are the unsung heroes of the airline crew,
We appreciate your hard work, in all that you do.

 

Some Airbnb options in Wasilla, Alaska -

Climb aboard back to 1956! This DC-6 air freighter spent its life flying the skies of Alaska, hauling critical freight and fuel to remote villages around the state.

Now you can climb aboard for one last flight and stay in this 2 bedroom, 1 bath airplane house with full kitchen, living room, and cockpit!

The DC-6 airplane house is located alongside our private airstrip (1,700 ft long) and has plenty of room for your car, truck, and bushplane parking. 

 

Now it’s a two-bed, one-bath stay, with a fire pit on the wing deck, with Airbnb prices around US$448 a night.

 

 

 

Climb aboard your 'Private Jet' and enjoy this Douglas DC-9 converted into a full 3 bed / 2 bath house! Complete with full kitchen, bathroom, sauna and wing deck.

 

Hangout in the cockpit and have a beer in the captain's chair, or grill up some Salmon and Steaks on the wing deck overlooking the private runway.

 

Bookings have just opened for the DC-9, which is three-bed, two-bath, and has a sauna, hot tub and heated floors. It can host seven guests and prices are around US$849 a night.

 

Click the icon to  view a YouTube video on house this 'house' was constructed.