Manitoba Aerospace Week

2 Manitoba aerospace Week May 25 - 29, 2015 M anitoba aerospace companies are building a better future around the world, and right here at home. Driven by explosive growth in global air travel and large fleets of aging aircraft needing replacement, the demand for new aircraft is strong. At the same time, international regulations covering noise and emissions are increasing, volatile fuel prices demand improved efficiency, passengers want more amenities and air carriers are striving to reduce their carbon footprints. Industry is responding by developing lighter, quieter, and more fuel-efficient aircraft. Increased use of composite materials, next generation engines — many of which will be tested here in Manitoba — and better winglets and aerodynamics are some of the design changes that will allow the next generation of aircraft to provide greater comfort to passengers while leaving a smaller impact on our environment. With new, greener manufacturing processes we will also reduce our impact to create better aircraft. As well as building better aircraft, Manitoba aerospace companies are building better communities. Whether it's Boeing Canada Winnipeg's support of Siloam Mission, Magellan Aerospace's support of sending student science projects into space, Cadorath's Adopt-a-Daycare program, B/E Aerospace's support for the United Way, Winnipeg Airport Authority's support for Winnipeg Harvest's Grow-a-Row program, StandardAeros' participation in the annual Dragon Boat races or Keewatin Air's support for health care in Nunavut — to name just a few causes — Manitoba aerospace companies are proud to support their communities. Recently, one of our aerospace companies was recognized by its peers for their outstanding support to Manitoba communities for more than 40 years. Last month, at the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) Manitoba Gala Dinner, Boeing Canada Operations Ltd. received the inaugural Community Contribution Award from the CME. The Community Contribution award celebrates Manitoba companies who have, over time, demonstrated a commitment to supporting and building their community. In addition to the generosity of our individual companies and their employees, Manitoba's aerospace industry has come together to support innovative and award-winning education and career building programs. Career Trek offers 10- and 11-year-old kids hands-on experience in different careers, and gets them excited about one day going to university, college or taking part in an apprenticeship. The Aerospace Manufacturing & Maintenance Orientation Program, offered in partnership with Tec Voc High School, helps adult students learn the skills that will lead to a career in the aerospace industry. Both of these programs have won national and international awards and have brought great success to the students. Manitoba aerospace companies have also created the Manitoba Aerospace Student Awards program to provide scholarships and awards to high school and post-secondary students. Each year, the Manitoba Aerospace Association (MAA) and Manitoba Aerospace Human Resource Council (MAHRC) hold an Aerospace All-Stars Awards gala event and an annual golf tournament, with all net proceeds going to the Manitoba Aerospace Student Awards Endowment Fund. To date, Manitoba aerospace companies have raised over $137,000 and have endowed six student M A N I T O B A A E R O S P A C E building a better Future Clockwise from left: The StandardAero team competes in Dragon Boat races to raise funds for cancer research and care. Boeing Canada, Winnipeg employees help out at Siloam Mission. Students work on projects for the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program, supported by Magellan Aerospace.

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