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Royal Canadian Air Force
Exercise Maple Flag, the Royal Canadian Air Force's largest and most complex international training event of the year, begins soon in Cold Lake, AB.
"Exercise Maple Flag is a direct contributor to the RCAF's success in generating world-class air power. This exercise is a great opportunity to enhance our agility, reach, and power, while integrating with our domestic joint partners and allies," said Major-General David Wheeler, commander of 1 Canadian Air Division in Winnipeg, MB.
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Voice Online
As part of the Government of Canada's expanded contribution to multinational efforts to degrade and defeat the so-called Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), the Canadian Armed Forces recently added three CH-146 Griffon helicopters, an all-source intelligence centre, and additional trainers to Operation IMPACT.
The three CH-146 Griffon helicopters will enhance in-theatre tactical transport, including medical evacuations if required. The Griffons and their crews excel in the tactical transportation of troops and materiel. A variety of self-defence weapons are fitted to the aircraft for the deployment.
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IHS Jane's 360
In February, CAE submitted a bid to provide adversary and threat training, target-towing and electronic warfare training environments to the Canadian Armed Forces. The company has teamed with Draken International of the USA for the CATS (Contracted Airborne Training Services) program, which is expected to lead to a 10-year contract being awarded around the end of the year. CAE and Draken's joint venture is based in Canada, and aims to deliver a range of training services to all three services.
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USA Today
The Snowbirds, Canadian Armed Forces' air demonstration team, flew over Washington, D.C., recently as a "friendship salute" to its U.S. neighbors.
It was also an early celebration of Canada's 150th anniversary, to take place in 2017.
The aircraft formation of nine CT-114 Tutor planes with trailing white smoke passed the south edge of National Mall at about 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle. A tenth Tutor serving as the photo aircraft was also in the air. The team performed additional aerobatics and a smoke show at Dulles International Airport.
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Hamilton Spectator
It was a long time ago, but Irene Sobering still vividly remembers the flashing lights across the English Channel.
Sitting on the cliffs of Brighton, England, in 1944 — during some downtime from duties with the medical section of the Royal Canadian Air Force — she could see the fire from munitions as the Allied forces advanced in Normandy, eventually defeating the Nazis.
Now, more than 70 years later — in her early 90s — she is at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum looking at her uniform in a glass display case.
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The Dakotas landed, disgorged their history-destined passengers and were promptly given the military heave-ho.
"There were a whole lot of people around and we didn't really know what was going on," says Flying Officer Pete Porter, who was at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum recently for the opening of the Vimy to Juno exhibit.
Porter, now 93, was co-pilot of one of the two Dakotas (DC-3) aircraft which, in 1945 carried eight top Nazi generals and admirals to Gen. Dwight Eisenhower's headquarters to sign the instruments of surrender at the end of the Second World War.
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Blackburn News
A pilot who will be at the controls of one of the star attractions at AirShow London says he's excited about flying over the city.
Major Dan (Rock) Dickinson has flown the F-22 Raptor fighter jet all over the globe for the last eight years. But this September will be the first time he brings the aircraft to Canada.
Dickinson, who leads the 19-man Raptor's Demo team, will fly into the city for AirShow London Sept. 17 and 18. In preparation for the show, he was in London recently with two members of his team for a site inspection and immediately offered praise.
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Global News
A new study from the University of Manitoba has found that although members of the Canadian Armed Forces are more likely to attempt suicide than the rest of the population, they are also more likely to seek mental health services. The study, published recently in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, found that between 2012 and 2013 Canadian military members were 32 per cent more likely to have suicidal thoughts and 64 per cent more likely to plan their suicide than the average person.
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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 31, 2016. Any questions may be directed to the Reunion Committee at demonreunion2016@gmail.com. To Hold on High!
RCAF Association
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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Aerospace Industries Association of Canada
Proudly hosted by AIAC Pacific, the 2016 Aerospace, Defence & Security Expo (ADSE) is a must-attend event for any company or organization with ties to Canadian aerospace, defence and security industries.
WHY ATTEND?
• Market specific research
• Key federal and provincial cabinet ministers, government officials, commercial and military aerospace industry leaders in attendance
• Network and meet with industry partners
To become a Sponsor or Exhibitor, contact Bill Yetman at byetman@aiac.ca. Registration coming soon!
FAAAR2016
11th Reunion for Fighter Control Operators, Air Defence Techs, Air Weapons Controllers and Aerospace Controllers
Meet and Greet Thursday Evening, Golf Friday Morning, Chief Commanda Cruise Friday Afternoon, Clarion BBQ Supper Friday Night, David L. Pitcher Complex Tour Saturday, The Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence Tour Saturday, Lunch at CFB North Bay Mess on Saturday, Clarion Dinner and Dance Saturday Night, Buffet Breakfast on Sunday Morning.
$200 per person — It does not include Golf ($45) or Cruise Cost ($35)
http://faaar2016.webs.com
www.facebook.com/FAAAR2016
faaar2016@hotmail.com
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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