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Government of Canada
Some had slept. Probably the veterans — those fighter pilots and bomber crews who knew what it was like the night before a "big show."
Others, new to the idea of going into combat, likely tossed and turned, thinking of the thousand and one details that had been briefed the day before — or trying not to think at all, lest their thoughts stray to the unthinkable.
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Gouvernement du Canada
Certains ont dormi. Probablement des anciens combattants, ces pilotes de chasse et ces équipages de bombardiers qui savent à quoi s'attendre la veille d'un « grand déploiement ».
Ceux pour qui c'est le premier combat n'ont probablement pas réussi à fermer l'œil de la nuit, repensant aux mille et un détails dont il a été question la veille ou essayant d'éviter d'avoir des pensées, de peur que celles-ci ne les amènent vers l'impensable.
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National Post
Earlier this month in Washington, a small news item emerged that should be noted by Canadian officials. It threatens our efforts to maintain a stable relationship with the United States, especially as we set out to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement. Fortunately, there is something Canada can do to mitigate the problem, which it would not only be in our national security interests to do, but would also undo a policy mistake that's been with us for more than a decade.
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Breaking Defense
The return of the Russian threat has spurred U.S. allies to pay new attention to collective defense, not just in Europe but in the North Atlantic. No ally is more critical than Canada, strategically joined at the hip with the US in NORAD.
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United Press International
Lockheed Martin is planning to hire 1,000 workers for F-35 Lightning II fighter production at its plant in Fort Worth, Texas.
The company will hold a job fair on Aug. 29 seeking people skilled in electrical and structural assembly, aircraft mechanics and low-observable material coating. Low-observable or radar absorbent materials are a key part of the F-35s stealth design to avoid enemy radar detection.
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Stratfor
Few things in the realm of defense are as enticing as the prospect of a new fighter aircraft. Now, Franco-German cooperation could not only yield a next generation jet fighter, but boost defense integration on the Continent. The two countries agreed in July to proceed with the development of a new jet to eventually replace their existing fighter fleets. The decision, which French President Emmanuel Macron labeled a "far-reaching revolution," also has broad implications for global fighter sales. However, it will take more than a joint fighter project to satisfy Franco-German ambitions for greater European defense integration.
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The Conversation
North Korea's nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles have been making headlines again. There's also been serious controversy over how the United States and other countries should react to that threat.
To that end, it might help to examine Israel's experience in dealing with actual rocket attacks. Some of my research has explored the properties of its interceptor systems.
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Sea King Retirement Committee
After more than 50 years of service, the Sea King will be retired December 2018 at 443MH Victoria. Advance planning is underway. Visit www.skr18.ca for updates.
Airforce Association
The Government of New Brunswick is showing their tremendous support of the Golden Hawks by providing $15,000 towards our Appreciation event and another $9,000 towards our Golden Hawk exhibit! In addition, the city of Quinte West (Trenton), Ontario is going to be a Gold Sponsor, providing $7,500 to help our efforts.
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e-Veritas
On Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017, in collaboration with the Royal Military College, the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum is honoured to present the Birchall Leadership Award to Colonel (Retired) Chris Hadfield, OC, OOnt, MSC, CD. Colonel Hadfield was the first Canadian to walk in space. A Royal Military College graduate, an engineer, and former Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) fighter pilot, Colonel Hadfield has flown two space shuttle missions and served as Commander of the International Space Station.
For more information about the Birchall Leadership Awards Banquet: http://everitas.rmcclub.ca/birchall-leadership-award-dinner-28-oct/
Aerospace Industries Association of Canada
The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada event brings together Canadian and international companies of all sizes, government, and academia for two days in the nation's capital. More than 1,200 participants — primarily C-suite executives and government officials — are expected to attend.
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Calling all Thunderbirds home to the nest!! This year, we're celebrating our 75th anniversary and are hoping to have the flock come home to help us remember our history and heritage. Please mark Oct. 20-22 in your calendar and join us for a huge party. If you have humorous stories or anecdotes to share, please send them to the following address:
MWO Christine Krueger
426 Sqn 8 Wing/CFB Trenton
PO Box 1000, Stn Forces
Astra, ON, Canada K0K 3W0
christine.krueger@forces.gc.ca
Air Cadet League of Canada
Were you an Air Cadet? The Air Cadet League wants to know where being an Air Cadet has taken you; join the Air Cadet Alumni and share your "Cadet Story" with us.
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