OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2018

Volume 8, Issue 5

ON THE COVER: ADAPTING ON THE FLY

“Agile” and “nimble” are the buzzwords as the Royal Canadian Air Force moves forward under new commander LGen Al Meinzinger.

By Chris Thatcher

MILE-HIGH COMFORT

Today’s private jet interiors are designed to be uber-functional, personalized extensions of the home and office.

By Lisa Gordon

FIELD OF DREAMS

Agricultural spraying is a specialized profession most pilots never get to experience. But it’s both a passion and a way of life for General Airspray.

By Ben Forrest

AN INVESTMENT IN CAPABILITY

Skies test pilot Robert Erdos flew Leonardo’s AW101-612 search and rescue helicopter to see what upgrades might be in store for Canada’s CH-149 Cormorants.

By Robert Erdos

AN ACE AND A FIGHTER

We sat down to chat with legendary Canadian fighter pilot Stocky Edwards, who was at 19 Wing Comox to welcome a Spitfire home.

By Robert Erdos

MASTER PLANNERS

Flight dispatchers work behind the scenes to plan every detail of a flight, from takeoff to touchdown.

By Ken Pole

SHOWING THE WAY

Halifax International Airport makes progress in its quest to enhance the passenger experience.

By Ben Forrest

IN EVERY ISSUE

From the Editor

In the Jumpseat

View from the Hill

Focal Points

Briefing Room

Plane Spotting

Marketplace

Instrument IQ

Faces of Flight