OPERATOR S FORUM 8-10, 2015 VICTORIA, BC CANADA DELEGATE S INFORMATION

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1 SEPTEMBER 8-10, 2015 VICTORIA, BC CANADA DELEGATE S INFORMATION

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical Seminar Overview 3 Aircraft Static Display and Viking Factory Tours 3 Tradeshow Exhibitor Overview 4 Facility Information & Location 5 Suggested Accommodations 6 Golf Tournament 7 Gala Evening 7 Registration Form 8 DHC-6 Twin Otter First Flight brings forth a significant year for Viking and many de Havilland operators alike, as it marks the 50th anniversary of the legacy de Havilland Twin Otter aircraft. To honour this milestone, the Twin Otter s 50th Anniversary will be recognized as the underlying theme of this year s Operator s Forum, scheduled for September 8th 10th at the Victoria Conference Centre and Viking s corporate headquarters in Sidney, British Columbia. Similar to the last Operator s Forum held in 2012, the 2015 Forum will encompass three days of technical seminars, product presentations, trade show exhibition, aircraft static display, factory tours, golf tournament, gala evening, and more. We welcome owners, operators and industry stakeholders for all the legacy de Havilland aircraft types, along with Series 400 Twin Otter operators, to join us at this focused event designed to showcase these extraordinary aircraft. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU IN SEPTEMBER! 2015 Delegate s Information 2

3 TECHNICAL SEMINAR OVERVIEW Viking is pleased to bring legacy de Havilland aircraft operators, Series 400 Twin Otter operators, industry stakeholders, and supply chain partners together in a consolidated venue for three days of technical seminars and workshop sessions covering a wide range of Viking programs, aircraft maintenance and modification services, and product presentations, including: AIRCRAFT STATIC DISPLAY & VIKING FACTORY TOURS Welcoming address and Viking corporate update covering current operations and future developments. ATLAS Global Product Support initiatives, including engineering project updates, REO process review, Entry Into Service, technical publications, and value added benefits to being a legacy de Havilland and new Series 400 operator. De Havilland legacy fleet and Series 400 operator group product updates and workshop sessions, sectioned by aircraft type - Beaver/Otter, Caribou/Buffalo, Twin Otter, Dash 7, and Series 400. Viking Twin Otter Series 400 and Guardian 400 presentations highlighting new aircraft features and sales options. Pacific Sky Aviation flight & maintenance training program presentation covering current training options and update on new Level D flight simulator with floatplane capability. Viking Technical Services (VTS) presentation covering maintenance, modification, repair, and maintenance tracking options for operators. Float Plane presentations covering current safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operational considerations. Component, systems, and maintenance updates, including Pratt & Whitney Canada, Honeywell, Hartzell Propeller, Wipaire, IKHANA Group, and other key partners. Aircraft special missions options including fleet tracking, surveillance systems, and mission equipment systems integration provided by Field Aviation and other key partners. Introduction to the Viking Factory Endorsed Service Centre and Component Centre network. Viking Quality and Supply Chain program review and vendor workshop sessions. Get up close and personal with the Viking Twin Otter Series 400, from detail parts manufacture through structural assembly to the finished product! Viking will be providing guided tours of the production facility, and will host a variety of aircraft on static display, including new Series 400 Twin Otters. All aircraft types are welcome to fly-in and participate in the aircraft static display, and regularly scheduled shuttle bus transportation will be provided for delegates between the Victoria Conference Centre and Viking s corporate headquarters at the Victoria International Airport Delegate s Information 3

4 TRADESHOW EXHIBITOR OVERVIEW A full tradeshow exhibition will be offered to supplement the technical seminar schedule, allowing industry stakeholders an opportunity to showcase their products and capabilities. PRELIMINARY TRADESHOW EXHIBITION HALL LAYOUT Participation as a standard exhibitor includes: 10 x 10 tradeshow booth space with 8 high pipe & drape rear wall and 3 high pipe & drape side walls Carpeted loor amp / 1500 watt double electrical outlet 8 draped table 2 x padded folding chairs Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the venue Custom furnishings, cleaning services, dedicated internet, and additional upgrade options available upon request MAIN ENTRANCE TO EXHIBITION HALL TECHNICAL SEMINAR THEATRE 2015 Delegate s Information 4

5 FACILITY INFORMATION & LOCATION VICTORIA CONFERENCE CENTRE 720 The 2015 VIKING will be held in downtown Victoria at the Victoria Conference Centre (Level 2). The Victoria Conference Centre features a prime location just steps from Victoria s Inner Harbour, is close to a wide range of restaurants and boutique shopping along Government Street. The venue is Victoria s largest conference facility, and provides ample space for the technical seminar main theatre, secondary seminar room, tradeshow exhibition hall, Viking gift shop, delegate lounge, quiet meeting space, and private board room. ACCESS ROAD Regularly scheduled shuttle bus service will be provided between the VCC and Viking s corporate headquarters for delegates wishing to participate in factory tours and aircraft static display. SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE ZONE ENTRANCE CRYSTAL GARDENS 713 ENTRANCE The Gala will be held in the Crystal Gardens, conveniently located across from the Victoria Conference Centre. Humboldt Street Humboldt Street Burdett Street 2015 Delegate s Information 5

6 SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATIONS Below is a list of suggested accommodations with negotiated rates for delegates and exhibitors, all within walking distance of the Victoria Conference Centre. Prices shown are listed in Canadian dollars, and do not include applicable taxes and service charges. Please reference Viking Operator s Forum at time of booking - reservations must be made prior to August 7th, 2015 to take advantage of the Forum group rates. MAP OF VICTORIA INNER HARBOUR Songhees Road Esquimalt Road DELTA OCEAN POINTE RESORT Johnson Street Johnson Street Government Street Yates Street View Street TO VIKING FACILITY AT VICTORIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SIDNEY) THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS: Historical Victoria hotel steps from the Inner Harbour causeway, with elegantly appointed rooms, fine dining, lounge, and traditional afternoon tea. Group Rate: $209/night & up Phone: Website: fairmont.com Booking: DELTA OCEAN POINTE RESORT & SPA: Contemporary well-appointed rooms and guest amenities, spa & health club, restaurant and lounge. Phone: Website: deltahotels.com vic.reservations@deltahotels.com Booking: deltahotels.com/groups/delta-victo ria-ocean-point-groups/viking-air-ltd INN AT LAUREL POINT: Boutique style waterfront hotel featuring views of Inner Harbour seaplane operations, with westcoast style rooms, restaurant and lounge. Phone: Website: laurelpoint.com Booking: reservations@laruelpoint.com Montreal Street Quebec Street INN AT LAUREL POINT Inner Harbour HARBOUR AIR FLOAT PLANE BASE Belleville Street HOTEL GRAND PACIFIC HOTEL GRAND PACIFIC: Elegant hotel steps from Inner Harbor causeway, well-appointed rooms, spa, gift shop, health club, restaurants and lounge. Phone: Website: hotelgrandpacific.com reserve@hotelgrandpacific.com Booking: Group Code: Sep15VikingAir Wharf Street Legislative Grounds Fort Street Broughton Street Government Street FAIRMONT EMPRESS Royal BC Museum Humboldt St. Belleville Street VICTORIA CONFERENCE CENTRE & CRYSTAL GARDENS Humboldt St. Burdett Avenue Blanshard Courtney St. MARRIOTT INNER HARBOUR VICTORIA MARRIOTT INNER HARBOUR: 100% Smoke free hotel with modern guest rooms, pool and health club, restaurant and bar. Phone: Website: Booking: Delegate s Information 6

7 Swing into action ONE DAY EARLY and join us for a MONDAY September 7TH TEXAS SCRAMBLE Tournament includes 18 holes on premium course followed by buffet dinner and prizes! 1:30 PM Shotgun Start LOCATION: The Valley Course, WESTIN Bear Mountain Golf Resort Use of practice facility and range balls included. Club rentals available at additional cost. Shuttle bus from Victoria Conference Centre to venue (and return) will be provided for tournament registrants. TICKETS: $175 per person CELEBRATE the legacy Twin Otter era in 1960s style at this groovy gala! Date: Wednesday September 9th, 2015 Time: Cocktails at 6pm, Dinner at 7pm Location: Crystal Gardens (across Douglas St. from Victoria Conference Centre) Tickets: $100 per person SEATING IS LIMITED SO REGISTER EARLY! 2015 Delegate s Information 7