The Saskatoon Airport Authority is pleased to present another edition of our E-News, which delivers information about Saskatoon's Airport to our Customers and Community Partners four times a year.

Don't Let Your Holiday Plans be Destroyed

January 8, 2007 - Passport Required for Air Travel to the United States

As part of the United States - Western Hemisphere Travel/initiative (WHTI), as of January 8, 2007 it will be a requirement for all travelers entering the United States by air to have a current passport in their possession and available for inspection.

For further information check the Canada Border Services Agency website www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca

2006 Passenger Traffic

The Saskatoon Airport Authority is delighted to see 2006's total passenger traffic continuing to climb, setting even higher records.

• July sets another record for the community, it's the 9th consecutive month that passenger traffic at the airport has set a record for the respective month. Nearly 6% greater than last July.
• September 2006 passenger traffic up 5.89% ahead of last year, the 11th consecutive month that passenger traffic has set a record for the respective month.
• The fall schedule has been finalized and the only significant changes are the expected removal of one daily Air Canada Jazz Toronto flight (the "Red Eye") which was added for the summer, and the additional Transwest Air service to Fort McMurray 4 times per week.

West Wind Aviation's Express Air Service, provides more flight options for business people traveling between Regina and Saskatoon.

Strategic Approach & Focus

The Saskatoon Airport Authority is a community-based, not-for-profit corporation that took over operations of the Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport from Transport Canada in 1999 under a lease from the Government of Canada.

The Authority's Board of Directors and the Company's management team regard effective corporate governance as key to the proper execution of their responsibilities to the community, province and other stakeholders.

In 2006, the Board and Management of the Authority renewed the organizations strategic plan, which resulted in the refinement of our vision and mission statement.

The Board of Directors of the Saskatoon Airport Authority has established the following vision statement to guide it between 2006 and 2011:

Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport will provide the best airport experience and aviation environment in North America

The Saskatoon Airport Authority is a not-for-profit community based organization. Consistent with its letters patent, the Board has set the mission for the Authority as:

The Saskatoon Airport Authority will operate a world-class airport and be a leader and partner in the development of Saskatoon and Saskatchewan

What comes next?

Building from the new vision and mission, Saskatoon Airport Authority has established the following 2006 - 2011 Strategic Objectives, which will guide all of our planning activities for achieving our vision:

1. Maintain a talented, flexible and motivated team of professionals
2. Improve airport facilities and service, and enhance customer satisfaction
3. Develop Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport into a stronger regional gateway
4. Obtain changes to federal and provincial regulatory policies
5. Increase the awareness and image of Saskatoon and Saskatchewan

Saskatoon has scheduled air service to Meadow Lake. Northwestern Air introduced service to Meadow Lake, as a stop on the airline's Saskatoon to Fort McMurray flight, effective September 18/06.

Did You Know Saskatoon Has Direct Service To:

Thinking of a Warm Winter Vacation? . . . .

Wondering where to vacation? Check out this winter's charter "Sunspot" destinations from Saskatoon: Punta Cana and Puerto Plata - Dominican Republic Montego Bay - Jamaica Cancun, Mayan Riviera, Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlan - Mexico

The Airport is a WI-FI hotspot, providing the ability to log onto the Internet at high speeds without having to plug-in. For more information visit www.sasktelmobility.com

Groundside Parking Redevelopment Project:

Unseasonably wet weather in the spring and again throughout September has slowed progress on the Groundside Parking Redevelopment Project.

Phase 1 was completed in August and included a new airport access road, excavation, storm sewer and electrical trenching and installation as well as common excavation and earthwork in the expanded area of the parking lot.

Major components of Phase 2 including the new parking lot kiosk, installation of the new entry and exit equipment and the asphalt and cement work associated with the entry area have been completed. Electrical distribution continues throughout Phase 2 with parking lot plug and street lighting installation ongoing. Asphalt surfacing is now complete on the roadway from the new kiosk to the existing parking lot and also in the northeast half of the expanded lot. The new kiosk is scheduled to start operations in late October.

Phase 3 work will continue weather permitting and includes the decommissioning and removal of the old kiosk, paving in the south half of the expanded lot, and completion of all secondary electrical systems and the installation of all new signage associated with the project.

Saskatoon Airport has a Rucker's Express Games Room. Located across from Tim Horton's near the attractions display area of the terminal building, offering a variety of games for your entertainment.

New Security Measures for Liquids, Gels & Aerosols

PERMITTED

Liquids, gels or aerosols in containers 90ml/90g (3oz) or less These containers MUST be placed in one (1) clear, closed and re-sealable plastic bag no larger than 1 litre (1 quart). One bag per person.

NOT PERMITTED through pre-boarding security screening

• Unsealed, open or opaque plastic bags of any size with liquids, gels or aerosols in containers of any size.
• Liquids, gels or aerosols in containers larger than 90ml/90g (3oz) or less.

EXEMPT FROM RESTRICTIONS: Passengers must declare all such items to security screening authorities. Additional screening could be required.

• Baby formula, baby food and milk for passengers travelling with children two (2) years of age and under.
• Prescription and essential non-prescription medicines.

No bag required for exempt items.

For more information please visit www.tc.gc.ca, www.catsa-acsta.gc.ca or call 1-888-294-2202

Transwest Air announced the introduction of Saskatoon direct scheduled flights (3 days per week) to and from Fort McMurray, effective September 12/06. With the service already expanded to include a Monday evening flight.

Airport Ambassadors Program

November 20, 2006 will mark the beginning of our full time Airport Ambassadors Program at the Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport. At the present time, we are still looking for volunteers to fill time slots within the weekly schedule.

If you are interested in becoming an Airport Ambassador, please contact either Judie Arnold at 974-4274 or Syl and Ivadelle Kulyk at 382-3894 for further information. Or, alternately, you can print out the application form that is located on our www.yxe.ca website in "Facilities and Services"; "Help/Information/Business Services" and forward it back to judiearnold@yxe.ca.