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PHOTO OF THE WEEK

The first image is of CH-146 Griffons during Operation Podium at YVR. - Tom Rea. "OILER 01" departs Comox to meet with some thirsty Hornets during Operation Podium. - Derek Heyes

WHAT'S NEW!

March 5, 2010 -

I a small update of new images of the movements at YVR. Tom Rea has sent me some great photos of the Sea King and Griffons of Podium. Check out his images on page 4.

March 5, 2010 -

A new contributor, Peter Wollenberg has sent some images of Canadian Armed Forces aircraft (when they were known as that!), Cosmo, Tracker, Dak and CF-100 are in this group. Check them out on page 2!

March 5, 2010 -

I have now started to update my CF-18 Photo Gallery. The first two pages are now completed.

Feb. 11, 2010 -

I have a new page devoted to the CC-138 Twin Otter. It is presently operating in Operation Podium providing a logistical role, moving personnel and cargo between various operating bases within the Olympic Joint Operations Area.

Jan. 21, 2010 -

A new page devoted to the USAF workhorse, the KC-135 Stratotanker - without these guys and gals pumping gas- there are no missions!

Nov 5, 2009 -

This week the Canadian Forces are taking part in the last large scale exercise prior to the 2010 Winter Olympics. Exercise Gold takes place around the Lower Mainland, Whistler and Vancouver Island regions.

October 10, 2009 -

I have updated the CT-155 Hawk page with over 35 new photos.

August 17, 2009 -

The Snowbirds and Hawk One performed over the Nanaimo Harbour last week. The show was in support of the C.H.I.L.D. foundation and enjoyed by over 40,000 Nanaimoites.

August 15, 2009 -

A new page covering the 2009 Abbotsford Airshow. An amazing show with a terrific line up of performers and a static display full of fast jets and a E-3D Sentry from the RAF.

July 15, 2009 -

A small report on the Japanese Self Defence Force visiting 19 Wing Comox recently to work with the Demon's from 407 Squadron.

June 15, 2009 -

A new page showcasing the air displays at the CFMETR - Canadian Forces Maritime Experimental and Test Ranges Open House. A biannual event that was well received by the public.

April 29, 2009 -

This year airshow fans will have the opportunity to witness the Centennial Heritage Flight. During the season the Snowbird will be replaced by a Tutor painted in the colours of the 1967 Golden Centennaire - truly a once in a lifetime event!

April 28, 2009 -

More photos from today now added. Today, April 23rd was the first day of the Heritage Flight pracitce. Consisting of the Century Hornet, Hawk One and the Golden Centennaire(using a Snowbird Tutor while in Comox).

January 12, 2009 -

New page of the Vipers from Italy now up. A special thanks to Paolo Maglio from Italy for contributing this great shots!

January 1, 2009 -

The European Vipers page is now taking shape. I now have the three countries completed. For the model builders, these pages should help with the new Kinetic F-16AM kit that was recently released!

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December 18, 2007-

A rare look from inside a CF-18 Hornet during training mission's at 4 Wing Cold Lake. Thanks to Don Patrick for sharing these photo's!

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