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National Post
Canada's top guns are in need of some top guns to fight against.
And they'll get such adversaries by the end of the year.
The Canadian government plans to award by December a contract, estimated to be worth as much as $1.5 billion, to a fleet of fighter jets to go toe-to-toe with the military's CF-18s.
A private company will be selected to act as the training partner for Canada's fighter pilots, as well as provide other aircraft to act as the enemy for the Canadian army and navy.
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City News
One of the leading contenders to replace Canada's aging fleet of fighter jets says it believes the Trudeau government's emphasis on North American air defence will stand it in good stead once the competition is launched.
Senior executives at Boeing say their Super Hornet aircraft's rugged design and twin engines make it the most appropriate jet for operations in the Arctic.
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Canadian Skies Magazine
RCAF 407 Long-Range Patrol Squadron at 19 Wing Comox, B.C., recently took delivery of a procedures crew trainer (PCT) simulator as part of the Aurora incremental modernization project.
It is a state-of-the-art flight simulator representing CP-140M Aurora Block III capability. The PCT simulates everything from a full-crew complement to a part-task trainer configuration using any combination of the six available air crew stations.
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Toronto Star
Canada's military is looking for a few good women.
More than a few, actually. The armed forces is embarking on an aggressive, decade-long hiring spree to boost the number of women in the ranks to finally meet its goal of having women make up 25 per cent of its personnel.
But getting there won't be easy, says the officer in charge of making it happen.
"It's great that we now have these tangible, in-year goals. They will be difficult," said Lt.-Gen. Christine Whitecross, commander of Military Personnel Command.
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Dobbins Air Reserve Base
More than 100 Airmen from the 920th Rescue Wing recently trained with RCAF search-and-rescue personnel during an annual exercise in Key West, FL.
During the search-and-rescue exercise, or SAREX, the Reserve Airmen and their counterparts practiced land and water rescue operations on the island just 90 miles from Cuba. The 920th RQW supported the exercise with two HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopters and three HC-130P/N King refueling aircraft, while the Canadians flew one CH-149 Cormorant helicopter and two CC-130 Hercules aircraft.
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The Desert Sun
Cathy McNeely was a little apprehensive when her 82-year-old husband announced he wanted to celebrate the 60th anniversary of his first flight as a pilot by flying a World War II-era, open-cockpit, U.S. Air Force Stearman biplane. He wanted to experience some loops and rolls for good measure.
Allan McNeely, who served with the Royal Canadian Air Force from 1955 to 1964, took his first flight as a pilot-in-training in 1956.
"Let's say I wasn't overly excited, but it was something he wanted to do... I guess it was one of his dreams. He had a wonderful time," said Cathy.
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Yahoo!
While flying over an airfield in Alaska last summer, an Air Force F-16 traveling 430 miles per hour casually launched a swarm of miniature drones directly from its flare dispenser. Measuring no bigger than an iPhone 6 Plus and weighing roughly one pound, these tiny drones (referred to as Perdix) exited the host fighter jet via small canisters outfitted with parachutes. During the descent, the canisters slowly unleashed the Perdix drones they were carrying, allowing the crafts to spread their wings and begin flying — entirely on their own.
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406 Lynx Squadron
On May 5, 1941, No. 406 Squadron RCAF was created at RAF Acklington. Now, 75 years later, the unit is still operational as part of the CH-124 Sea King community. To celebrate 406's long-standing and diverse history, a multi-day event will be held from Friday May 13th — Saturday May 14th, 2016, for all past and present members!
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407 Long Range Patrol Squadron
407 Long Range Patrol Squadron will be holding a 75th Anniversary Reunion, from June 17-19, 2016, in Comox, B.C. All current and former "Demons," and friends of the Squadron, past and present, are invited to attend. Further details are available at www.407reunion.com. Deadline for registration is May 15, 2016. Any questions may be directed to the Reunion Committee at demonreunion2016@gmail.com. To Hold on High!
403 Squadron
May 28, 2016 — Squadron Open House & Mixed Mess Dinner
May 29, 2016 — Brunch followed by a choice of several activities: Golf day in the Fredericton area, day trip to St. Andrews (including whale watching trip), or day trip to St. John.
More information will be added as details are finalized, but initial information is to help those travelling from afar. Please feel free to share with any former Wolf Pack members!
*Note: RSVPing for this event on Facebook does not constitute an official RSVP to the organizing committee.*
Please email 403sqn75thanniversary@gmail.com to officially RSVP.
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RCAF Assocation
A lot has changed, but a lot has stayed the same.
The 75-year heritage — and future — of four Royal Canadian Air Force Squadrons will be showcased at a June 23-26 gathering at 14 Wing Greenwood, Nova Scotia; along with 50 years' worth of VP International history. Organizers expect up to 600 guests to attend anniversary events over the week, all highlighting the strong relationships within the Canadian aviation community, and with international partners.
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408 Goose Squadron Association
Come out and celebrate the 75th anniversary of 408 Squadron!
The 408 Goose Squadron Association is proud to celebrate the 75th Anniversary and Reunion of the formation of 408 Squadron on the weekend of June 24-26, 2016. Register now for the early-bird rate!
Click here to view the event poster.
Click here to learn more about the event.
419 'Moose' Squadron
December 1941 saw the creation of 419 (Bomber) Squadron at Mildenhall, England. This year, after a rich history flying many types of aircraft in numerous roles, 419 Tac F (T) Squadron is celebrating its 75th Anniversary. As "The City of Kamloops" Squadron, 419 continues its tremendous association with that city with a reunion weekend planned July 8-10, 2016, in Kamloops, B.C. A revival of the "Moose" Fulton Club, history book release, Freedom of the City Parade, flypast and static aircraft display, will all take place over the weekend; culminating with a formal Gala Dinner Saturday night.
More information can be found on our Facebook page: Moose Squadron. Or email us at 419TacFTSqn@gmail.com.
Giv'er Miramichi
The New Brunswick Aviation Museum is hosting a reunion from July 8-10, 2016 to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the opening of Royal Canadian Air Force Station/Canadian Forces Base Chatham. The reunion is open to anyone who ever worked or trained there from 1941 until 1996, including former military and civilian personnel and their families. The reunion is also open to anyone who served at St. Margaret's or Tracadie Air Range.
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Sabre Pilots Association of the Air Division Squadrons
Sept. 15-18, 2016
Delta City Centre Hotel, Ottawa
The Ottawa members of SPAADS look forward to, again, welcoming our fellow members as our guests to join us in your nation's capital for the 2016 reunion. Our SPAADS 2016 website has just been activated. Here you will find information helpful for you to register for the reunion, make your hotel reservations, and assist you with your stay here in Ottawa.
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Halifax International Security Forum
The Halifax International Security Forum announced recently that the 8th Halifax International Security Forum will take place from Nov. 18-20, 2016 in Halifax, N.S.
The annual Forum brings together democratic security leaders from more than 60 countries to address the most pressing international security challenges.
"As local communities deal with the consequences of global security threats, I am proud that Halifax provides an important venue for people with shared values to come together and build strategies for working more closely together," said Peter Van Praagh, President of the Halifax International Security Forum.
Invitations to the Nov. 18-20, 2016 Forum will be issued in the spring.
For more information about the Halifax International Security Forum, please contact info@halifaxtheforum.org.
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