07 SAFE AND RELIABLE OPERATIONS
Ready to respond
Safety
— We continuously enhance our safety culture, which includes ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly and being prepared to respond to unforeseen events.
Operation Eclipse
YYC carried out a full-scale mock emergency exercise in September. The daylong exercise was designed to test the response plans of The Authority, airline partners, Calgary Police Service, Calgary Fire Department and Alberta Health Services.
APEX security assessment
We were the first Canadian airport to undergo this comprehensive assessment, and we’re proud to share that it went very well, highlighting the dedication of our teams to maintaining a safe and secure operation.
The APEX security assessment involved industry experts and was guided by standards set out by the International Civil Aviation Organization and best practices outlined by Airports Council International. Industry peers and experts examined our operations and offered insights and recommendations that will enhance our security practices.
Health and safety recognition
Our workplace safety efforts were acknowledged by Canadian Occupational Safety. The organization honoured The Authority with the 2024 Canada’s Safest Employers Award in the Public Sector/Non-Profit Employer category
Efficient operations
— Ensuring safety also involves operational improvements and investments that reinforce our commitment to safe, reliable, sustainable and world-class operations at both airports.
Repurposing airside infrastructure
Runway 08-26 was officially converted into Taxiway Lima in November, increasing our taxiway count to 61. Originally built in 1938, this runway was vital to YYC’s early operations but saw reduced use as aircraft evolved. Now it enhances connectivity, improves operational efficiency and better supports future growth.
Major fleet investments
We invested $6.3 million in airfield equipment upgrades, adding new sweepers, blowers and trucks that enhance efficiency while reducing fuel consumption. At YYC, we added a new Øveraasen RS 400 to our fleet—now five strong—along with a high-speed snow blower designed specifically for airport operations.
