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Mr. Zubko dedicated himself to serving the North, providing the first commercial air service (Class IV) north of the Arctic Circle. His charter service vastly improved the lives of people living along the Mackenzie Delta and along the Arctic Coast. It provided a vital link between these isolated communities and the world. In 1995 his contribution to the North was recognized when the airport at Inuvik was renamed in his honour.

"His determination and dedication to the aerospace industry transformed Canadair into an internationally recognized and highly regarded manufacturer of commercial and military aircraft with great benefits for Canada's economy." Fred Kearns began his career in aviation with the RCAF during the Second World War. Following the war, he joined Canadair Limited in 1949 eventually becoming President and CEO.

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