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The Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
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From the Desk of the Executive |
From the Desk of the Executive |
CAHS Convention 2025 The Canadian Aviation Historical Society is pleased to invite you to our annual convention in Ottawa, Ontario, from Wednesday 18 June to Saturday 21 June. Join fellow aviation enthusiasts, historians, and professionals for four days of engaging presentations, tours, networking opportunities, and memorable experiences celebrating Canada's aviation heritage. Convention Registration Registration is open now. Registration for in person attendance is only $250 for members and includes the Wednesday reception, lunch for three days, the Friday evening Annual Awards Banquet, plus the tours. Registration for online attendance is $50 and includes access to all convention sessions via Zoom, but not the tours. Non-members are also welcome to attend the convention. Registration for non-members includes a one year online CAHS membership ($25 value). Register using our online form, or visit the CAHS Convention web page. Payment must be made separately after submitting your registration. Please contact the Treasurer for details on how to make a payment using Interac e-transfer, credit card or PayPal. Cheques can be sent to the CAHS national mailing address. Wednesday 18 June: Optional tour, to be confirmed Meet and Greet Reception (7 PM)
Thursday 19 June (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM; in speaking order, times to be confirmed):
Kyle Huth: Ottawa’s Flying Heritage
Rebecca Murray: Taking a Gander for Grandma: How the RCAF’s Women’s Division is Historicized in the Photographic Record of the Second World War
Erin Gregory: The New Few: The SWINTER Aircrew Trial, 1979-85
Dr. Rick Stojak and Michael Whitby: Reflections on the RCN’s Fixed Wing, Carrier Borne ASW Force During the ‘Golden Age’ of Canadian Naval Aviation
Lunch
Adam Coombs: Fighting the Third Battle of the Atlantic from the Air: The Role of the RCAF in combating Soviet Submarines
Dr. Robert Galway: The Starratt Airway Story: How Robert Starratt Grew Wings
Annual General Meeting
Friday 20 June:
Tours of the National Research Council, No 412 Squadron, RCMP Air Division, No 437 Sqn, Porter Airlines (9AM to 4 PM)
Annual Awards Banquet (6:30 PM to 9:30 PM)
Saturday 21 June (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM; in speaking order, times to be confirmed):
James Kightly (Recorded Video) & Edward Soye (In person): Introducing Aviation Cultures – Bringing People Together, Across the Commonwealth & Around the World
David Langlois: The Mosquito - Canada's Balsa Aeroplane
Dr. Geoffrey Bird: From Air Machines to Wings of National Memory: Finding and Revealing the Allure of Canadian Civilian and Military Aviation Heritage
Brian Cotter, CAHS Toronto & RCAF Associate Historian: A Live, Hosted Conversation with LCol J E "Jack" Edwards ret'd, Canada's 1967 Centennial RED KNIGHT
Lunch
Allan Snowie CD: Two Naval Aviation Eras - Two Last Canadian Casualties
Robert Forbes: Lloyd Chadburn - Spitfire Leader
Mathias Joost: The RCAF and Civil Aviation, 1929-1937 Convention Hotel Reservations Reservations for the convention hotel, the Sandman Signature Ottawa Airport Hotel, are open now. All convention activities will take place at the hotel except for the tours. Our special convention rate is $189 per night, plus taxes, and is available from the 17 - 22 June. Book your room no later than 17 May to receive the convention rate. To book, you can call the reservation line at 1-800-SANDMAN (1-800-726-3626) and mention the Block ID or Group Name in order to receive the group rate. You can also book online at the Sandman Hotels website. Group Name = Canadian Aviation Historical Society Block Code = 2506CANADI_002 Block ID = 508646 Booking Dates = 17 - 22 June 2025 Rates = $189 Cut-off Date = Reservations must be made by 17 May 2025 in order to receive the group rate. The CAHS National Convention is a can’t miss event which adds great value to your CAHS membership. It’s your best opportunity to meet aviation history enthusiasts, authors, researchers, and many others interested in Canadian aviation history. |
CAHS Convention 2025 The Canadian Aviation Historical Society is pleased to invite you to our annual convention in Ottawa, Ontario, from Wednesday 18 June to Saturday 21 June. Join fellow aviation enthusiasts, historians, and professionals for four days of engaging presentations, tours, networking opportunities, and memorable experiences celebrating Canada's aviation heritage. Convention Registration Registration is open now. Registration for in person attendance is only $250 for members and includes the Wednesday reception, lunch for three days, the Friday evening Annual Awards Banquet, plus the tours. Registration for online attendance is $50 and includes access to all convention sessions via Zoom, but not the tours. Non-members are also welcome to attend the convention. Registration for non-members includes a one year online CAHS membership ($25 value). Register using our online form, or visit the CAHS Convention web page. Payment must be made separately after submitting your registration. Please contact the Treasurer for details on how to make a payment using Interac e-transfer, credit card or PayPal. Cheques can be sent to the CAHS national mailing address. Wednesday 18 June: Optional tour, to be confirmed Meet and Greet Reception (7 PM)
Thursday 19 June (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM; in speaking order, times to be confirmed):
Kyle Huth: Ottawa’s Flying Heritage
Rebecca Murray: Taking a Gander for Grandma: How the RCAF’s Women’s Division is Historicized in the Photographic Record of the Second World War
Erin Gregory: The New Few: The SWINTER Aircrew Trial, 1979-85
Dr. Rick Stojak and Michael Whitby: Reflections on the RCN’s Fixed Wing, Carrier Borne ASW Force During the ‘Golden Age’ of Canadian Naval Aviation
Lunch
Adam Coombs: Fighting the Third Battle of the Atlantic from the Air: The Role of the RCAF in combating Soviet Submarines
Dr. Robert Galway: The Starratt Airway Story: How Robert Starratt Grew Wings
Annual General Meeting
Friday 20 June:
Tours of the National Research Council, No 412 Squadron, RCMP Air Division, No 437 Sqn, Porter Airlines (9AM to 4 PM)
Annual Awards Banquet (6:30 PM to 9:30 PM)
Saturday 21 June (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM; in speaking order, times to be confirmed):
James Kightly (Recorded Video) & Edward Soye (In person): Introducing Aviation Cultures – Bringing People Together, Across the Commonwealth & Around the World
David Langlois: The Mosquito - Canada's Balsa Aeroplane
Dr. Geoffrey Bird: From Air Machines to Wings of National Memory: Finding and Revealing the Allure of Canadian Civilian and Military Aviation Heritage
Brian Cotter, CAHS Toronto & RCAF Associate Historian: A Live, Hosted Conversation with LCol J E "Jack" Edwards ret'd, Canada's 1967 Centennial RED KNIGHT
Lunch
Allan Snowie CD: Two Naval Aviation Eras - Two Last Canadian Casualties
Robert Forbes: Lloyd Chadburn - Spitfire Leader
Mathias Joost: The RCAF and Civil Aviation, 1929-1937 Convention Hotel Reservations Reservations for the convention hotel, the Sandman Signature Ottawa Airport Hotel, are open now. All convention activities will take place at the hotel except for the tours. Our special convention rate is $189 per night, plus taxes, and is available from the 17 - 22 June. Book your room no later than 17 May to receive the convention rate. To book, you can call the reservation line at 1-800-SANDMAN (1-800-726-3626) and mention the Block ID or Group Name in order to receive the group rate. You can also book online at the Sandman Hotels website. Group Name = Canadian Aviation Historical Society Block Code = 2506CANADI_002 Block ID = 508646 Booking Dates = 17 - 22 June 2025 Rates = $189 Cut-off Date = Reservations must be made by 17 May 2025 in order to receive the group rate. The CAHS National Convention is a can’t miss event which adds great value to your CAHS membership. It’s your best opportunity to meet aviation history enthusiasts, authors, researchers, and many others interested in Canadian aviation history. |
Jim Bell, National Secretary, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
Jim Bell, National Secretary, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
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From the Desk of the Treasurer |
From the Desk of the Treasurer |
Hopefully the month of May is bringing your way the spring flowers that are supposed to follow all the April showers! May will also bring the Victoria Day long weekend, seen by many as the unofficial beginning to summer. Do you have your cottage reading ready? Perhaps you should add some aviation books to your long weekend reading list. The CAHS has two new discounted book offers for our CAHS members and friends. Roger Gunn has just published a book recounting the Great War service of four lesser-known Canadian pilots. Also recently released is a new book by Peter Pigott about the history of aerial firefighting in Canada. And don't forget the variety of books by Chris Weicht being offered on sale and with special combination shipping. Hope you find a new page-turner to add to your aviation library! |
Hopefully the month of May is bringing your way the spring flowers that are supposed to follow all the April showers! May will also bring the Victoria Day long weekend, seen by many as the unofficial beginning to summer. Do you have your cottage reading ready? Perhaps you should add some aviation books to your long weekend reading list. The CAHS has two new discounted book offers for our CAHS members and friends. Roger Gunn has just published a book recounting the Great War service of four lesser-known Canadian pilots. Also recently released is a new book by Peter Pigott about the history of aerial firefighting in Canada. And don't forget the variety of books by Chris Weicht being offered on sale and with special combination shipping. Hope you find a new page-turner to add to your aviation library! |
Cordially, Dr. Rachel Lea Heide, National Treasurer, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
Cordially, Dr. Rachel Lea Heide, National Treasurer, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
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CAHS 2025 Aviation Art Calendar |
CAHS 2025 Aviation Art Calendar |
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| The annual aviation art calendar is available ($15 a copy plus $5 shipping in Canada). This bilingual calendar includes 13 full-colour images featuring a collection of civilian and military aviation aircraft. |
The annual aviation art calendar is available ($15 a copy plus $5 shipping in Canada). This bilingual calendar includes 13 full-colour images featuring a collection of civilian and military aviation aircraft. |
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Four of Our Finest: The Great War Pilots Fall, Atkey, Claxton, and Quigley |
Four of Our Finest: The Great War Pilots Fall, Atkey, Claxton, and Quigley |
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Fire Eaters: Aerial Firefighting Over the Last Century |
Fire Eaters: Aerial Firefighting Over the Last Century |
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| Beginning with the Canadian “H-Boats” in 1924, aircraft have become indispensable in detecting and extinguishing wildfires. Peter Pigott tells the incredible stories of the Ontario Provincial Air Service through to Dash 8-400AT air tankers and uninhabited aircraft able to fly for sixteen hours. We are selling it as a CAHS fund-raiser at a discount rate of $26.50 plus $8 shipping in Canada. $0 shipping if intending to pick up your copy at the CAHS 2025 Convention in Ottawa (must be ordered by 25 May 2025). |
Beginning with the Canadian “H-Boats” in 1924, aircraft have become indispensable in detecting and extinguishing wildfires. Peter Pigott tells the incredible stories of the Ontario Provincial Air Service through to Dash 8-400AT air tankers and uninhabited aircraft able to fly for sixteen hours. We are selling it as a CAHS fund-raiser at a discount rate of $26.50 plus $8 shipping in Canada. $0 shipping if intending to pick up your copy at the CAHS 2025 Convention in Ottawa (must be ordered by 25 May 2025). |
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| Author Chris Weicht is offering a sale on some of his books and box sets (all shipping rates listed are for Canada): |
Author Chris Weicht is offering a sale on some of his books and box sets (all shipping rates listed are for Canada): |
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‘Whispering’ Duke Schiller: The Forgotten Hero of Early Aviation |
‘Whispering’ Duke Schiller: The Forgotten Hero of Early Aviation |
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Fort Erie’s Red Knight “T-bird" Planned for Refurbishment |
Fort Erie’s Red Knight “T-bird" Planned for Refurbishment |
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| There is good news from the RCAFA 484 (Frontier Wing) in the border town of Fort Erie, Ontario. Plans have materialized to refurbish a Canadair CT-133 mounted in RCAF Red Knight colours 24 years ago. Story and photos by Gord McNulty |
There is good news from the RCAFA 484 (Frontier Wing) in the border town of Fort Erie, Ontario. Plans have materialized to refurbish a Canadair CT-133 mounted in RCAF Red Knight colours 24 years ago. Story and photos by Gord McNulty |
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Manitoba Knights of the Air |
Manitoba Knights of the Air |
Mid-upper gun turret on an Avro Lancaster bomber. Image copyright free from WikiCommons. |
Mid-upper gun turret on an Avro Lancaster bomber. Image copyright free from WikiCommons. |
Of the scant number of Victoria Cross (VC) winners from the ranks of the air force, amongst the seven Canadian military personnel who have been awarded the nation’s highest honour for valour in the air, three have been Manitobans. Two of the recipients were recognized for their actions in the First World War while the other award was destined to be the last Canadian VC to be bestowed. Story by Bill Zuk, National Membership Secretary, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
Of the scant number of Victoria Cross (VC) winners from the ranks of the air force, amongst the seven Canadian military personnel who have been awarded the nation’s highest honour for valour in the air, three have been Manitobans. Two of the recipients were recognized for their actions in the First World War while the other award was destined to be the last Canadian VC to be bestowed. Story by Bill Zuk, National Membership Secretary, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
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'Exploding' Tunnock's teacakes cleared by tests to fly again |
'Exploding' Tunnock's teacakes cleared by tests to fly again |
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| CBC's The National shared an entertaining story from the BBC Scotland News about how a marshmallow treat is no longer banned from RAF flights. |
CBC's The National shared an entertaining story from the BBC Scotland News about how a marshmallow treat is no longer banned from RAF flights. |
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80th Anniversary of VE and VJ Day in Winnipeg |
80th Anniversary of VE and VJ Day in Winnipeg |
The 80th Anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) and VJ (Victory over Japan) Day in Winnipeg will be commemorated by a group representing military, historical and community organizations. This group which includes the Manitoba Chapter of the Canadian Aviation Historical Society, is working actively with Veterans Affairs Canada, the City of Winnipeg and the Manitoba Government and has assisted in planning commemorative activities. All VE / VJ activities in Winnipeg are free and open to the public. |
The 80th Anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) and VJ (Victory over Japan) Day in Winnipeg will be commemorated by a group representing military, historical and community organizations. This group which includes the Manitoba Chapter of the Canadian Aviation Historical Society, is working actively with Veterans Affairs Canada, the City of Winnipeg and the Manitoba Government and has assisted in planning commemorative activities. All VE / VJ activities in Winnipeg are free and open to the public. |
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Student Scholarship Applications Open Now |
Student Scholarship Applications Open Now |
Post-secondary students between the ages of 18 and 25, currently enrolled in a S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) program and planning a future career in aviation or aerospace can apply for Royal Canadian Air Force Scholarships now. |
Post-secondary students between the ages of 18 and 25, currently enrolled in a S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) program and planning a future career in aviation or aerospace can apply for Royal Canadian Air Force Scholarships now. |
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Sponsorship Opportunities Available for CAHF 2025 Induction Ceremony |
Sponsorship Opportunities Available for CAHF 2025 Induction Ceremony |
Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame (CAHF) is looking for sponsors for the 2025 Induction Ceremony to be held of 4 September 2025. |
Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame (CAHF) is looking for sponsors for the 2025 Induction Ceremony to be held of 4 September 2025. |
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Multiple Events at Canadian Aviation Museums |
Multiple Events at Canadian Aviation Museums |
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Alberta Aviation Museum Above & Beyond - Fundraiser Event: 23 May 2025 |
Alberta Aviation Museum Above & Beyond - Fundraiser Event: 23 May 2025 |
| Billy Bishop Museum Fire & Ice Gala: 5 May 2025 |
Billy Bishop Museum Fire & Ice Gala: 5 May 2025 |
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Bomber Command Museum of Canada 80th Anniversary of VE Day: 10 May 2025 |
Bomber Command Museum of Canada 80th Anniversary of VE Day: 10 May 2025 |
| British Columbia Aviation Museum Speaker Night: Jacques Marc: 21 May 2025 |
British Columbia Aviation Museum Speaker Night: Jacques Marc: 21 May 2025 |
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Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre Game Show Night - Tim's Last Hurrah at the Bushplane: 1 May 2025 |
Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre Game Show Night - Tim's Last Hurrah at the Bushplane: 1 May 2025 |
| Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association Open House and Fly Day, Tillsonburg Airport: 10 May 2025 |
Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association Open House and Fly Day, Tillsonburg Airport: 10 May 2025 |
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Canadian Museum of Flight Mother's Day: 11 May 2025 |
Canadian Museum of Flight Mother's Day: 11 May 2025 |
We're Hiring: Competion open now. |
We're Hiring: Competion open now. |
| Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum Three Cheers for 80 Years - VE Day 80th Anniversary: 10 May 2025 |
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum Three Cheers for 80 Years - VE Day 80th Anniversary: 10 May 2025 |
OH CANADA! Our Home & Inventive Land: 17 May 2025 |
OH CANADA! Our Home & Inventive Land: 17 May 2025 |
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The Hangar Flight Museum Mother's Day at the Hangar: 11 May 2025 |
The Hangar Flight Museum Mother's Day at the Hangar: 11 May 2025 |
Simulator Day: 18 May 2025 |
Simulator Day: 18 May 2025 |
| National Air Force Museum of Canada Eyes on the Skies: Managing Air Traffic in Canada: 31 May 2025 |
National Air Force Museum of Canada Eyes on the Skies: Managing Air Traffic in Canada: 31 May 2025 |
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Multiple Events in May at the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada |
Multiple Events in May at the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada |
Science Fiction Day at RAMWC: 4 May 2025 |
Science Fiction Day at RAMWC: 4 May 2025 |
This Mother's Day: Honouring the Women Who Gave Us Wings: 11 May 2025 |
This Mother's Day: Honouring the Women Who Gave Us Wings: 11 May 2025 |
This Victoria Day: 19 May 2025 |
This Victoria Day: 19 May 2025 |
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See 31 May BBQ poster further below. |
See 31 May BBQ poster further below. |
7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 15. Episodes and discussion of the documentary series Guardians of the North, which is about fighting forest fires in northern Saskatchewan. Meeting room in the Prairie Flying Hangar at the Regina Airport. To register for the presentation, please click here.For any other information, you can visit the Chapter's home page. |
7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 15. Episodes and discussion of the documentary series Guardians of the North, which is about fighting forest fires in northern Saskatchewan. Meeting room in the Prairie Flying Hangar at the Regina Airport. To register for the presentation, please click here.For any other information, you can visit the Chapter's home page. |
Convair 580 tank Govt of Saskatchewan at CYPA. |
Convair 580 tank Govt of Saskatchewan at CYPA. |
The CAHS Vancouver Chapter meets on the LAST Monday of every month, except for July, August and September. We meet at 1830 hrs in the Board Room of the Richmond Cultural Centre. Allan Snowie will present “Two Naval Aviation Eras - Two Last Canadian Casualties”, a preview of his paper at this years CAHS National Convention in Ottawa.
Major Clarence ‘Mac’ MacLaurin, DSC, formerly of the Royal Naval Air Service died on September 11th, 1922 in a crash at Jericho Beach, BC. Lieutenant Robert Hampton ‘Hammy’ Gray, VC, DSC, of the Royal Navy’s Fleet Air Arm was killed in action on the 9th of August 1945. This is the story of the two last Canadian casualties from two Naval Aviation Eras. |
The CAHS Vancouver Chapter meets on the LAST Monday of every month, except for July, August and September. We meet at 1830 hrs in the Board Room of the Richmond Cultural Centre. Allan Snowie will present “Two Naval Aviation Eras - Two Last Canadian Casualties”, a preview of his paper at this years CAHS National Convention in Ottawa.
Major Clarence ‘Mac’ MacLaurin, DSC, formerly of the Royal Naval Air Service died on September 11th, 1922 in a crash at Jericho Beach, BC. Lieutenant Robert Hampton ‘Hammy’ Gray, VC, DSC, of the Royal Navy’s Fleet Air Arm was killed in action on the 9th of August 1945. This is the story of the two last Canadian casualties from two Naval Aviation Eras. |
See 14 May Montreal Chapter Meeting poster further above. |
See 14 May Montreal Chapter Meeting poster further above. |
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Welcome to the New CAHS Monthly Wordle! |
Welcome to the New CAHS Monthly Wordle! |
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Last month's answer: ARGUS |
Last month's answer: ARGUS |
Canadian Aviation Moments |
Canadian Aviation Moments |
Here are the questions and answers to this month's Canadian Aviation Moments: |
Here are the questions and answers to this month's Canadian Aviation Moments: |
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| Question 1: Describe the flight suit that was to be used by the Arrow operational crews?
Source: Arrow Countdown, pg. 27 (Zuuring) |
Question 1: Describe the flight suit that was to be used by the Arrow operational crews?
Source: Arrow Countdown, pg. 27 (Zuuring) |
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| Question 2: What attractive monoplane joined and replaced the biplanes (Finches and Tiger Moths) used for elementary training in the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan? Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 90 (Dunmore) |
Question 2: What attractive monoplane joined and replaced the biplanes (Finches and Tiger Moths) used for elementary training in the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan? Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 90 (Dunmore) |
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| Question 3: What was FEAF that Canadians served with pride and distinction and where did it operate out of during the Second World War?
Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 408-409 (Bashow) |
Question 3: What was FEAF that Canadians served with pride and distinction and where did it operate out of during the Second World War?
Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 408-409 (Bashow) |
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Spoiler alert - the answers to this month's questions follow. Skip the rest of this section and come back later if you wish to guess/research the answers first. Good luck and have fun! |
Spoiler alert - the answers to this month's questions follow. Skip the rest of this section and come back later if you wish to guess/research the answers first. Good luck and have fun! |
ANSWER 1: “The Arrow operational crew will wear a special suit and helmet to provide this pressure in a cabin that is only marginally pressurized.” "The chest and head piece are for oxygen transfer, while the lower part of the body is pressurized separately to keep blood in the upper part of the body when “G” is being pulled in a hard turn. (To turn the Arrow at mach 1.5, it takes a radius of 10 miles, pulling five gravities for about 5-10 minutes – quite the physical feat.”
Source: Arrow Countdown, pg. 27 (Zuuring) |
ANSWER 1: “The Arrow operational crew will wear a special suit and helmet to provide this pressure in a cabin that is only marginally pressurized.” "The chest and head piece are for oxygen transfer, while the lower part of the body is pressurized separately to keep blood in the upper part of the body when “G” is being pulled in a hard turn. (To turn the Arrow at mach 1.5, it takes a radius of 10 miles, pulling five gravities for about 5-10 minutes – quite the physical feat.”
Source: Arrow Countdown, pg. 27 (Zuuring) |
ANSWER 2: “'Later the biplanes would be joined – and eventually replaced – by an attractive monoplane, the Cornell, designed by Fairchild in the United States and built under license. The type, originally named the Freshman, had an unfortunate early career with the BCATP, with structural failures causing several fatal accidents. Investigation revealed that the Kaurit glue used to bond major components deteriorated in humid conditions. Slight modifications solved that problem, although many instructors considered the Cornell underpowered and too easy to fly and land.” Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 90 (Dunmore) |
ANSWER 2: “'Later the biplanes would be joined – and eventually replaced – by an attractive monoplane, the Cornell, designed by Fairchild in the United States and built under license. The type, originally named the Freshman, had an unfortunate early career with the BCATP, with structural failures causing several fatal accidents. Investigation revealed that the Kaurit glue used to bond major components deteriorated in humid conditions. Slight modifications solved that problem, although many instructors considered the Cornell underpowered and too easy to fly and land.” Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 90 (Dunmore) |
ANSWER 3: “In 1945 Bomber Command possessed a truly global reach. Canadians served with pride and distinction in the Far East Air Force (FEAF) aboard Vickers Wellingtons, and later, Consolidated B-24 Liberators operating out of India against the Japanese in the Burmese/Malayan theatre, including Thailand. Operations took place both near the land battles, and to targets as far south as Rangoon, Bangkok and even Malaya, and out into the Indian Ocean.” Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 408-409 (Bashow) |
ANSWER 3: “In 1945 Bomber Command possessed a truly global reach. Canadians served with pride and distinction in the Far East Air Force (FEAF) aboard Vickers Wellingtons, and later, Consolidated B-24 Liberators operating out of India against the Japanese in the Burmese/Malayan theatre, including Thailand. Operations took place both near the land battles, and to targets as far south as Rangoon, Bangkok and even Malaya, and out into the Indian Ocean.” Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 408-409 (Bashow) |
Select a chapter to discover what they have been up to since the last newsletter. Many of our Chapters remain very active on Zoom with presentations every bit as good as they would be if we did not have pandemic restrictions to deal with! |
Select a chapter to discover what they have been up to since the last newsletter. Many of our Chapters remain very active on Zoom with presentations every bit as good as they would be if we did not have pandemic restrictions to deal with! |
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Special Thanks To Our Supporters |
Special Thanks To Our Supporters |
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In addition to its members, contributors, and newsletter subscribers, the CAHS is thankful for the ongoing support of its Corporate Members, Museum Members, and Partner Organizations, as well as the many individuals and organizations whose financial donations are so generously given. If you would like to become a Corporate Member or Museum Member - or if you know an organization that might like to join - we are always happy to receive new applications. Please use the hyperlinks above to learn more about our corporate members and partner organizations. Corporate Members: |
In addition to its members, contributors, and newsletter subscribers, the CAHS is thankful for the ongoing support of its Corporate Members, Museum Members, and Partner Organizations, as well as the many individuals and organizations whose financial donations are so generously given. If you would like to become a Corporate Member or Museum Member - or if you know an organization that might like to join - we are always happy to receive new applications. Please use the hyperlinks above to learn more about our corporate members and partner organizations. Corporate Members: |
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If you have changed your mailing or e-mail address, please get in touch to keep us up to date. Contact the Membership Administrator here. To enquire about membership payment records, contact the Treasurer here. Click here to renew immediately online, or to join as a new member. If you would like to register or renew by mail, printable forms are also available in the bottom area of this page on our site. If you have any aviation history-related news or events to share, please contact our newsletter editor here. Please feel free to forward to friends and family members, or encourage them to sign up on our website to receive the newsletter directly for FREE. We hope that you enjoy receiving this monthly newsletter and find the contents informative and enjoyable. If you no longer wish to receive it for any reason, please use the unsubscribe option below to have your email address removed immediately from the mailing list. |
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The Canadian Aviation Historical Society (CAHS) P.O. Box 2700 • Station D • Ottawa • Ontario • K1P 5W7 visit us at www.cahs.com The CAHS is incorporated as a Canadian Registered Charity under a Federal Charter with the business registration number 118829589 RR001 |
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