Seair every time. No doubt about it. Thoughtfull and helpfull folks working there and a convienient schedule.

Agreed, EADS were in a sticky place.
IMHO, Boeing would have contested an EADS win anyway.

Anyone also hear of a possible merger, (buy out) of West Coast Air by Harbour Air?

The CEO of Emirates states on every occasion he can that they are not "owned" by the government.
They have backing no doubt!

RE; Chinese Floatplane operator.

There is a detailed thread covering this on PPRuNe under the Fragrant Harbour forum.

Anybody else hear that the Martin Mars will be at Garry point, Steveston, on the 23rd Feb. Heard it will depart in the morning of the 24th.

Good news if its true.