Guest1 Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 Royal Canadian Air Force Foundation Announces Additional Scholarships for Students in Flight Schools or Pursuing a Career in Aviation Français NEWS PROVIDED BY RCAF Foundation Jul 12, 2021, 06:45 ET SHARE THIS ARTICLE Application deadline for the now 25 scholarships extended to July 19 TORONTO, July 12, 2021 /CNW/ - The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Foundation is pleased to announce an additional scholarship for post secondary students in flight schools or pursuing a career in aviation. First announced on June 18, 2021, the scholarships are developed for Canada's next generation of leaders, and explorers in science and space. The now twenty-five $1,000 scholarships are open to any Canadian youth 25 years of age or younger in post secondary education. They are designed to encourage students in S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) studies or flight that could lead to future careers in Aviation or Aerospace. "Thanks to additional support, we are excited to help even more young Canadians as they pursue their dreams. These scholarships are to meet Canada's rapidly growing demand for skilled people and to be leaders in Canada and the world," said Jeremy Diamond, Founding CEO, RCAF Foundation. To allow for additional submissions for the new category, the application deadline for all scholarships has been extended to midnight July 19, 2021. More information on the RCAF Foundation Student Scholarships is available here: https://rcaffoundation.ca/portfolio-items/student-scholarship/ The RCAF Foundation is an arm's length not-for-profit organization whose mission is to recognize, foster and celebrate the Royal Canadian Air Force through community engagement, education programs and commemorative activities. Follow us: Instagram: rcaf_foundation , Twitter: rcaf_foundation , Facebook: RCAF Foundation / Fondation de l'ARC SOURCE RCAF Foundation For further information: Media contact: Victoria Ollers at 416 822-2288 or vollers@rogers.com Related Links https://rcaffoundation.ca/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted July 14, 2021 Share Posted July 14, 2021 Snowbirds to fly over Calgary on Wednesday as part of Operation Inspiration By Michael King Global News Posted July 13, 2021 8:23 pm Updated July 13, 2021 8:35 pm 2:26Snowbirds to fly over Calgary as part of Operation Inspiration WATCH: The Snowbirds are set to fly over Calgary as part of Operation InspiratiThe Canadian Forces Snowbirds will take to the skies over Calgary on Wednesday as part of Operation Inspiration, a continuation of its 2020 mission to honour front-line heath-care and essential workers. Wednesday’s plan includes a flyover of the city between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. before they visit Okotoks, Cochrane and Airdrie in that order, all dependent on weather. During the demonstration flight, the Snowbirds will also fly by all major hospitals in Calgary. In addition, the Snowbirds are rebooting last year’s mission to carry on the legacy of Capt. Jenn Casey, the team’s public affairs officer who died in the May 2020 crash. Brig.-Gen. Denis O’Reilly, the commander of 2 Canadian Air Division, said he’s proud of the Snowbird’s resilience. Snowbirds to fly over Calgary on Wednesday as part of Operation Inspiration - Calgary | Globalnews.ca 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted July 16, 2021 Share Posted July 16, 2021 Operation INSPIRATION: Demonstration Flights over the Lower Mainland (July 15-18) 16 July 2021Canadian Aviation News July 12, 2021 · YVR On July 15-18, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and the CF-18 Demonstration team will perform inspirational flights over the Lower Mainland. The activities will include flybys and a practice show. For further information on Operation INSPIRATION, please view the news release from the Department of National Defence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted July 17, 2021 Share Posted July 17, 2021 Perhaps something for Kip and others to comment on. NP Comment Matt Gurney: Sorry Neil Young, Canada needs fighter jets and suggesting we don't is absurd Never send these signatories out to buy you a hammer. They'll refuse on the grounds that hammers make terrible ice-cream scoops. Author of the article: Matt Gurney Publishing date: Jul 16, 2021 • 4 hours ago • 5 minute read Link to full article. Matt Gurney: Sorry Neil Young, Canada needs fighter jets and suggesting we don't is absurd | National Post 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted July 21, 2021 Share Posted July 21, 2021 Canada spends another US$71M on F-35 amid calls to cancel fighter jet purchase 2 hrs ago OTTAWA — Canada has quietly made another multimillion-dollar payment toward development of the F-35 stealth fighter despite uncertainty over whether it will buy the aircraft and calls from some prominent Canadians not to purchase any new fighter jets. Canada is one of nine countries that have agreed to cover a portion of the stealth fighter's multibillion-dollar development costs each year in exchange for being able to buy the plane at a lower cost and compete for work associated with building and maintaining it. Defence Department spokesman Daniel Le Bouthillier says the most recent payment was for US$71-million and was made in the spring, bringing Canada's total investment in the project to more than US$600 million since 1997. News of the investment comes as the government is poised to announce later this year whether Canada will buy Lockheed Martin's F-35, Boeing's Super Hornet or Saab's Gripen to replace the military's aging CF-18s at an estimated cost of $19 billion. Video: National Trade Corridors fund gets additional $1.9 B: Alghabra (Global News) It also comes as dozens of Canadian singers, authors, politicians and activists, including Neil Diamond, David Suzuki and Michael Ondaatje have signed a statement calling on the government to cancel its plans to buy new fighter jets. The signatories argue fighter jets not only contribute to climate change but that the real cost will be billions of dollars more than advertised, money they say would be better spent on social housing, railway lines and in Indigenous communities. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 21, 2021. The Canadian Press 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest2 Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 A Salute to Canada’s CF Snowbirds A Salute to Canada’s CF Snowbirds (msn.com) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted November 16, 2021 Share Posted November 16, 2021 311 people and 27 pets rescued from Agassiz, B.C. mudslides By Elizabeth McSheffrey Global News Posted November 16, 2021 1:43 pm WATCH: Successful helicopter rescue of numerous people trapped between the mudslides near Agassiz, but dozens are still stranded and waiting for help. Search and rescue teams have evacuated 311 people, 26 dogs and one cat stranded between mudslides near Agassiz, B.C. after two days of torrential rain. Royal Canadian Airforce Operations tweeted the update Tuesday morning, calling it a “job well done.” In its own tweet, Canadian Armed Forces Operations described the rescue mission as a “herculean effort by all involved.” Three helicopters and a transport utility aircraft were used to evacuate the stranded motorists and bring them to safety in Agassiz, a small community in the eastern Fraser Valley region. STORY CONTINUES BELOW ADVERTISEMENT “The landing zone was just being buffeted by winds,” said Capt. Jonathan Gormick of Canada Task Force 1 in an interview. “We’d watch Cormorants come in and take five minutes to land and keep getting blown around, so extremely adverse conditions to work in.” TWEET THISCLICK TO SHARE QUOTE ON TWITTER: "WE'D WATCH CORMORANTS COME IN AND TAKE FIVE MINUTES TO LAND AND KEEP GETTING BLOWN AROUND, SO EXTREMELY ADVERSE CONDITIONS TO WORK IN." On Monday, officials reported at least 275 people — including 50 children — had been trapped between two mudslides that closed Highway 7 between Agassiz and Hope, B.C. Hundreds had slept in their vehicles overnight on Sunday as a historic atmospheric river drenched southern B.C., causing devastating floods, landslides and mudslides. READ MORE: Helicopter rescues begin for about 275 people trapped between mudslides in Agassiz, B.C. The Canadian Armed Forces and Canada Task Force 1, a highly-skilled urban search and rescue team, were called in to evacuate them, taking about 20 people at a time in helicopters. “We’re grateful to our community who came together with food donations, with clothing donations, with offers of a place to stay,” District of Kent Mayor Sylvia Pranger as the rescue mission wrapped up. STORY CONTINUES BELOW ADVERTISEMENT According to the B.C. Ministry of Transportation’s DriveBC account, crews remain on Highway 7 to survey the damage. The highway remains closed in both directions in Kent due to a mudslide between Highlands Boulevard and Bodnar Road, and a second mudslide between the Johnson Slough Rest Area and Ross Road, east of Hope. The provincial government is asking all B.C. residents to avoid non-essential travel to evacuated areas as well as areas on alert. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 442 Squadron from CFB Comox assists evacuees 16 November 2021Canadian Aviation News From Comox Valley Record – link to source story – Thanks CW Three helicopters from CFB Comox provided support for Operation Lentus Monday (Nov. 15) in B.C’s Interior. Photo by Canadian Forces/Facebook Three helicopters from CFB Comox provided support for Operation Lentus ERIN HALUSCHAK | November 16, 2021 More than 300 people, 26 dogs and one cat were evacuated due to landslides in B.C.’s Interior thanks to the efforts of three Cormorant helicopters from 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron from CFB Comox. The Joint Rescue Co-ordination Centre in Victoria worked with provincial partners and 442 Squadron to provide support for Operation Lentus – the Canadian Armed Forces response to natural disasters in Canada, with troops and equipment deployed to assist in evacuation efforts within the province. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.O. Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 The airspace through this area has been busy with helos all day, both civil and military. Their support is greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Specs Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 TIL that our helicopters are part of the Air force instead of the Army. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 46 minutes ago, Specs said: TIL that our helicopters are part of the Air force instead of the Army. Just imagine how many more search and rescue aircraft and Helicopters we would buy instead of "Whiz Bangs" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conehead Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 28 minutes ago, Kargokings said: Just imagine how many more search and rescue aircraft and Helicopters we would buy instead of "Whiz Bangs" You're channeling Kip. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted November 25, 2021 Share Posted November 25, 2021 Boeing told its bid to sell fighter jets to Canada did not meet Ottawa's requirements 15 mins ago Like1 Comment| 2 %7B O'Toole accuses Trudeau of ducking accountability by pushing virtual Parliament %7B Scientists call for travel ‘code red’ over Covid variant found in southern Africa OTTAWA — The federal government has told Boeing that its bid to replace Canada’s aging CF-18s with a new fleet of the American company’s Super Hornet fighter jets did not meets its requirements. %7B© Provided by The Canadian Press Three sources from industry and government say the message was delivered Wednesday as the other two companies competing for the $19-billion contract — U.S. defence giant Lockheed Martin and Swedish firm Saab — were being told they did meet the government’s requirements. Companies had been ordered to show that their fighter jet was able to meet the military’s requirements for missions at home and abroad, but also that winning the contract would result in substantial economic benefits to Canada. News that one of the two U.S. companies competing for the contract failed to meet one or more of those requirements is the latest twist in what has been already been a long and often unpredictable road toward replacing Canada's CF-18s. Many observers had seen the Super Boeing and F-35 as the only real competition, especially after two other European companies dropped out of the race. While Boeing’s failure to meet the requirements would appear to disqualify the Super Hornet from the competition, leaving only Lockheed Martin’s F-35 and Saab’s Gripen fighter jet in the running, none of the companies have been told whether they are still in or out. The three sources were all granted anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss these matters publicly. A Boeing spokesperson said the company would reserve comment pending official notification from the government. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 25, 2021. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted November 26, 2021 Share Posted November 26, 2021 Why, because they didn't have "Liberal" flower holders 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super 80 Posted November 27, 2021 Share Posted November 27, 2021 I think the F-35 is ridiculous but it will be even more ridiculous if we end-up right back with the F-35 after about fifty extra steps. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Specs Posted November 27, 2021 Share Posted November 27, 2021 14 hours ago, Super 80 said: I think the F-35 is ridiculous but it will be even more ridiculous if we end-up right back with the F-35 after about fifty extra steps. Let them work all the bugs out on somebody else's dime. Right now the things appear to be Hangar Queens. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super 80 Posted November 27, 2021 Share Posted November 27, 2021 I have talked to some US Navy guys about it, they figure there is a place for an F-35 as advertised in the US Navy but they didn't think it will displace the Super Hornet which is still being delivered today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted December 5, 2021 Share Posted December 5, 2021 Military repairing cracks in the tails of some CH-148 Cyclone maritime helicopters The Canadian PressStaff Contact Published Sunday, December 5, 2021 11:00AM ESTLast Updated Sunday, December 5, 2021 11:00AM EST A CH-148 Cyclone helicopter from 12 Wing Shearwater, home of 423 Maritime Helicopter Squadron, flies near the base in Eastern Passage, N.S. on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. (THE CANADIAN PRESS / Andrew Vaughan) HALIFAX -- The Canadian military's fleet of maritime helicopters is undergoing inspections and repairs after cracks were recently found in the tails of four CH-148 Cyclones. The Royal Canadian Air Force confirmed today in a statement that the Sikorsky-made aircraft have not been grounded or placed on an operational pause. The Air Force says cracks were first detected in one helicopter during a routine inspection on Nov. 26. Since then, cracked tails have been found in three other helicopters. Special inspections were completed last week and repairs are expected to be finished in the next few days. The "maintenance issue" is affecting most of the Cyclone fleet and has had an impact on Operation LENTUS, the military's effort to help those affected by the widespread flooding in British Columbia. The military has deployed other aircraft to fill the gap, as has the province and other emergency response partners. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 5, 2021. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
st27 Posted December 5, 2021 Share Posted December 5, 2021 As the political heat builds up on the overdue replacement of Canadas front line fighter aircraft, how long will it be before it is pointed out that our woke, feminist, virtue signalling prime minister was 11 YEARS OLD when the deliveries started on the F 18!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted December 6, 2021 Share Posted December 6, 2021 1 hour ago, st27 said: As the political heat builds up on the overdue replacement of Canadas front line fighter aircraft, how long will it be before it is pointed out that our woke, feminist, virtue signalling prime minister was 11 YEARS OLD when the deliveries started on the F 18!!! but has he grown beyond that time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted December 6, 2021 Share Posted December 6, 2021 Cracks in military’s Cyclone helicopters could be linked to folding tail: expert By Staff The Canadian Press Posted December 6, 2021 12:58 pm A CH-148 Cyclone maritime helicopter is seen during a training exercise at 12 Wing Shearwater near Dartmouth, N.S. on March 4, 2015. The Canadian Press An aviation expert says cracks recently detected in most of the Canadian military’s Cyclone helicopter could be linked to the aircraft’s folding tail mechanism. Larry McWha, former commander of a CH-124 Sea King helicopter squadron in Nova Scotia, says he developed that hypothesis after noting the Cyclone’s manufacturer, Sikorsky Aircraft, had not issued any related directives about the civilian version of the helicopter, known as the S-92. Unlike the CH-148 Cyclone, the S-92 does not have a folding tail boom, a feature that allows the Cyclone to fit inside the small hangars aboard Canada’s fleet of Halifax-class frigates. 1:47Chopper crash in Greece was unavoidable, says federal government Chopper crash in Greece was unavoidable, says federal government – Jun 16, 2020 On Monday, a spokeswoman for the Department of National Defence said it would be premature to respond as the military is still investigating the cause of the cracks and how to repair them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Too large to cut and paste. Interesting read though. If we must go down the fighter path then I think Gripen is probably the one to get. Not as stealthy as the F-35 but the operating costs are a fraction of it. https://www.saab.com/globalassets/markets/canada/english-brochure.pdf 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest1 Posted January 17, 2022 Share Posted January 17, 2022 Final operational flight of the CC-115 Buffalo aircraft 17 January 2022Canadian Aviation News January 15, 2022 – Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces The final operational flight for the CC-115 Buffalo aircraft was flown today by 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron, based out of 19 Wing Comox, British Columbia. As they have done countless times over the course of the Buffalo’s service to Canada, the final operational flight involved airborne search and rescue standby training, conducting a flight within Search and Rescue Region Victoria, ready to divert to an emergency at a moment’s notice from Joint Rescue Coordination Centre Victoria. Training included Search and Rescue Technician parachute jumps and parachuting of emergency equipment as the aircraft visited locations around Vancouver Island. While work continues to prepare the CC-295 Kingfisher aircraft for its new role as Canada’s fixed-wing search and rescue aircraft, interim search and rescue coverage for the Search and Rescue Region Victoria will be provided by the CC-130H Hercules fleet. Aircraft from 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron will augment 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron to ensure consistent fixed wing search and rescue coverage. Quotes “The CC-115 Buffalo aircraft, its aircrew and personnel have provided crucial assistance to Canadians for more than five decades. To those who worked with the “Buff”: your dedication, service and commitment to excellence demonstrate that Canadian Armed Forces members put duty before self to help Canadians in time of need. Thank you for your service.” The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence “In the Royal Canadian Air Force, we have an incredible respect and strong sense of pride for the aircrew, maintenance and support personnel who have dutifully served alongside the CC-115 Buffalo aircraft over the past 55 years. These amazing teams, and the “Buff” itself, are known to have operated in many challenging operational environments. Their stories and commitment to operational excellence will be etched into storybooks, and in bidding farewell to the “Buff,” we will always remember those brave members lost in 1974, who perished while the aircraft was operating overseas on a peacekeeping mission with the United Nations.” Lieutenant-General Al Meinzinger, Commander Royal Canadian Air Force “The CC-115 Buffalo entered service in the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1967 and has been used for search and rescue operations since 1975. Canadians, especially on the West Coast, will recognize the aircraft for its distinctive search and rescue paint scheme that was likely a welcome sight for many requiring life-saving rescue throughout its distinguished service. A special thank you to all those who served on this aircraft; for your remarkable expertise and professionalism. Buffalo crews and maintainers have a lot in common with their aircraft, as they are both known for being hardy and resilient!” Lieutenant-Colonel Rhonda Stevens, Commander 19 Wing Comox and CC-115 Air Combat Systems Officer, Royal Canadian Air Force Quick facts Procured between June 1967 and December 1968, the CC-115 Buffalo aircraft provided medium tactical transportation and search and rescue services. The CC-115 entered service in 1967 and has been flown by the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) for 55 years. The CC-115 aircraft initially served in the RCAF as multi-purpose transportation aircraft and was flown on multiple United Nations missions overseas. In the 1970’s it was converted to a dual role transport / search and rescue aircraft, before being exclusively flown in Canada as a fixed wing search and rescue aircraft. The CC-115 has been flown by 429, 413, 424, 440 and 442 Squadrons in the RCAF. On August 9, 1974, a CC115 Buffalo (CC1155461) was shot down by Syrian anti-aircraft missiles while on United Nations duty supporting Peacekeepers in the Golan Heights. All nine CAF members on board were killed, making it the largest single loss of lives in Canadian peacekeeping history. While flying as a search and rescue aircraft, the CC-115 Buffalo has played a critical role in supporting life-saving missions throughout Canada and later in its service history, exclusively serving in the West Coast region. Well-suited for flying over rough and mountainous terrain, the Buffalo is recognized for its all-weather capabilities. The Department of National Defence will retain three CC-115 Buffalo aircraft as historical artefacts to fulfill the departmental obligations towards history and heritage. The remaining aircraft have been or will be transferred to museums or used as training aids. The Government of Canada is acquiring a fleet of 16 CC-295 Kingfisher aircraft to replace both the CC-115 Buffalo and CC-130H Hercules aircraft in the fixed-wing search and rescue role. Rotary-wing search and rescue in Search and Rescue Region Victoria is provided by the CH-149 Cormorant helicopter. Associated links CC-115 Buffalo Aircraft CC-115 Buffalo Infographic CC-295 Kingfisher Aircraft Search and Rescue Royal Canadian Air Force – Facebook Royal Canadian Air Force – Twitter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Pulman Posted January 18, 2022 Share Posted January 18, 2022 When I left Comox in 1994 the word on the base was the Buffalo was being replaced imminently. My ex-wife was the Admin Officer on 442 Squadron, so I had real-time intelligence. 28 years later… Here’s a great shot (picture credit to Andrew Cline) of me inverted underneath a Buffalo. Good times! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Innuendo Posted January 18, 2022 Share Posted January 18, 2022 (edited) Stunning shot and love the paint job. Hope you have a large print of that on the wall of your cave. Edited January 18, 2022 by Innuendo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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