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VICTORY FLIGHT: HONOURING THE RCAF AND ITS 100TH ANNIVERSARY WITH THREE TIMELESS CLASSICS.

Authors :
HADFIELD, DAVE
Source :
Canadian Aviator; May/Jun2024, Vol. 34 Issue 3, p30-37, 8p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article discusses the formation of a three-ship information team with the Spitfire, Hurricane, and Mustang to honor the 100th anniversary of the RCAF. The author, the chief pilot of the Mike Potter Aircraft Collection, receives an email from Mike Potter himself, expressing support for the formation team. The author and his team select pilots for each aircraft and undergo training and preparations for their performances at Aero Gatineau. The article highlights the challenges and preparations involved in flying these iconic historic aircraft in formation. This article discusses a mission plan involving the Spitfire, Air Boss Jean-Francois Sills, and Major Justin "Kinger" King of 425 Tactical Fighter Squadron. The plan includes the Hornet taking off and performing a display, followed by interacting with the crowd and debriefing afterwards. The author expresses a desire for more of these missions in the future. [Extracted from the article]

Subjects

Subjects :
SPACE suits
FIGHTER pilots

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14920255
Volume :
34
Issue :
3
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Canadian Aviator
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
177407412