We Are YDF

From air traffic control, to a nice hot cup of coffee, there’s a smiling person who’s committed to their job behind every detail of your travel in and out of Deer Lake Regional Airport.

As a way of recognizing the amazing work that everyone on our team does each and every day, we’d like to introduce you to a few of them.

If you see these folks during your travels be sure to say hello!

Airport Tenants

Whether you’re flying Air Canada or PAL Airlines, the friendly airline staff at Deer Lake Regional Airport are here to help your trip go smoothly.

Meet Krista & Heather, just two of the smiling faces you’ll find behind the counter when you check in for your flight.

KRISTA
Air Canada
CAS/Senior Lead
18 Years at YDF

“Meeting so many
different passengers
over the years and
helping them get to
their destination.”

WHY KRISTA LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

HEATHER
PAL Airlines
Station Supervisor
17 Years at YDF

“The sense of
community.”

HEATHER’S
FAVOURITE PART
OF WORKING
AT YDF

When you land at Deer Lake, your adventure is only getting started! After you've collected your bags, it's time to hit the road.

These are the folks who'll give you a ride home to your family, take you to the heart of Gros Morne National Park, or set you up with rented wheels so you can explore Western Newfoundland. And they're all excited to be a part of your journey with us.

DAWN
AVIS & BUDGET
CAR RENTAL
Agency Operator
27 Years at YDF

“I enjoy meeting and
chatting with different
people every day.
Everyone’s got a
different story.”

WHY DAWN LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

GERALD
Ride In Style
Luxury Ground Transportation

MIRANDA
Holiday Inn Express
Airport Shuttle

ASHLEY
Enterprise
Car Rentals

PAUL
Star Taxi
Corner Brook

TARA & JASON
Gros Morne
Transportation & Tours

There are lots of smiling people who help to keep our airport running safely and smoothly! And each of them has their own reason to love their job at YDF.

If you see these folks while you're passing through the terminal, be sure to say hello!

CAMERON
ALLIED AVIATION SERVICES
Station Manager
8.5 Years at YDF

“Getting to service the many different Aircraft that come to YDF especially the RCAF.”

CAMERON'S FAVOURITE
PART OF WORKING AT
YDF

CYNTHIA
COMMISSIONARES NL
Head of ID SERVICES
3 Years at YDF

“We have formed a work family where everyone works together so we all thrive in our positions. I don’t feel like I'm coming to a job, I’m coming to help my family succeed.”

WHY CYNTHIA LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

MARLENE
COMMISSIONARES NL
SECURITY GUARD
3.5 Years at YDF

“The happy outgoing
atmosphere and teamwork between each tenant and management.”

WHY MARLENE LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

TROY
MENZIES AVIATION
SHIFT COORDINATOR /REFUELER
20 Years at YDF

“I was able to raise two boys and support my family all while working at home in Newfoundland.”

WHY TROY IS HAPPY
HE WORKS AT YDF

From a pre-flight steaming cup of tea to a spotless arrivals area, there are countless details that go into a pleasant travel experience. And they don’t just happen on their own!

Meet Jeremiah and Lera, just two of the people behind the details at Deer Lake Regional Airport

LERA
ROBIN’S
DONUTS
Food Counter
Attendant
2 Years
with YDF

“It has allowed me to
feel home. As a newbie here in Canada, it gives me an opportunity to meet new people, interact
with people from different
countries.”

LERA'S FAVOURITE
PART OF WORKING AT
YDF

JEREMIAH
G&M
ENTERPRISES
Supervisor
4 months
with YDF

“Seeing the passenger’s perfect moments of bringing them together and being part of that special day as we work with a great team at YDF.”

WHY JEREMIAH LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

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Deer Lake Regional Airport Authority

From maintaining safe operations of our airport, keeping our finances in order to longterm planning and working with our partners, our admin staff is at the heart of our operations.

They’re often working throughout the airport grounds or tucked away in their offices working on projects, but if you see them while you're passing through the terminal, be sure to say hello!

David
Director
Infrastructure &
Planning

“It is very rewarding to play a role in providing such a critical piece of infrastructure to the communities we serve."

WHY DAVID LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

PATTI
Director
Corporate Services

“Being part of an organization that is a gateway to the beautiful Western NL region.”

WHY PATTI LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

MATT
Manager
Safety & Security
1 Year at YDF

“I enjoy working with all of the talented people here, and contributing to the overall growth and success of YDF”.

WHY MATT LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

WILLIAM
Airport Technician
3 Years at YDF

“Responding to an aircraft in distress reinforces the value of the training I have received since being employed at YDF. Its importance in preparing me for critical incidents cannot be overstated. I will
be forever grateful
for my employment
at YDF.”

WHY WILLIAM LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

MARK
ARFF/Technician
5 Years at YDF

“ What I love about YDF is the challenges and getting to be part of the growth and development of YDF”

WHY MARK LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

Bruce
Winter Operator
13+ Years at YDF

"Proud to be part of a dedicated team thriving to keep the airport safe and prosperous."

WHY BRUCE LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

DWAYNE
ARFF/Technician
16 Years at YDF

“I enjoy the challenges of the day-to-day operations, and take pride in helping YDF to be a leading and successful Airport.”

WHY DWAYNE LOVES
WORKING AT YDF

DIANE & DEBBIE
Administrative Clerks

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