The City of Powell River's plan for an aircraft factory [“Development deal targets airport,” August 24] leaves me wondering exactly how this project will “take off.” The story about Gaoshi Holdings (Canada) doesn’t mention anything about how much capital the company (if it is a real company) actually has to start up such a complex enterprise. Does the company even have a track record?
Also, it is unclear from the article if the company is going to tear down the current terminal and build a new one or renovate the existing building. Would Gaoshi own and run the airport? Doesn’t the federal government have something to say about all of this? Apparently, we will end up with what Victor Gao calls “glossy exteriors with very beautiful enhanced interiors.” But who is going to pay for it?
The article raises far more questions than it answers.
Devon Hanley
Chilco Avenue
