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The Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
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September 2025 e–Newsletter |
September 2025 e–Newsletter |
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From the Desk of the Executive |
From the Desk of the Executive |
The Canadian Aviation Historical Society (CAHS) is extremely proud to publish Canada’s preeminent journal on Canadian aviation history. There are many hands that bring our publication to fruition. We are grateful for the steady hand of Terry Higgins who is our very knowledgeable Managing Editor and equally creative Graphics Designer, along with the historical expertise and eagle-eyes of the members of the Editorial Board. But there wouldn’t be any Journal issues if it were not for the research and writing efforts of our dedicated authors who write about civilian and military aviation, from the perspective of personal experience or through in-depth research by historians. As an acknowledgement to this hard work, the CAHS has two awards that recognize the efforts, expertise, and skills of our authors: the Mac MacIntyre Research Award and the Don Long Best Article Award (both of which come with a cash prize). Once all four issues of a Journal volume are published and mailed, we ask our readership to cast their votes. Now that the Winter 2020 issue has been delivered to our members, I am very pleased to provide you with the ballot for the Volume 58 Journal awards. Please consider the excellent number of articles from the four issues of Volume 58 and make your selection of whom you find deserving for the two awards. We invite you to download the ballot (available in PDF format here) and return it to me via email or regular mail (526 Black Drive, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4X 2V9) by 17 October 2025. I look forward to hearing back from you. I will be presenting the awards at our 2026 National Convention next June in Kelowna. |
The Canadian Aviation Historical Society (CAHS) is extremely proud to publish Canada’s preeminent journal on Canadian aviation history. There are many hands that bring our publication to fruition. We are grateful for the steady hand of Terry Higgins who is our very knowledgeable Managing Editor and equally creative Graphics Designer, along with the historical expertise and eagle-eyes of the members of the Editorial Board. But there wouldn’t be any Journal issues if it were not for the research and writing efforts of our dedicated authors who write about civilian and military aviation, from the perspective of personal experience or through in-depth research by historians. As an acknowledgement to this hard work, the CAHS has two awards that recognize the efforts, expertise, and skills of our authors: the Mac MacIntyre Research Award and the Don Long Best Article Award (both of which come with a cash prize). Once all four issues of a Journal volume are published and mailed, we ask our readership to cast their votes. Now that the Winter 2020 issue has been delivered to our members, I am very pleased to provide you with the ballot for the Volume 58 Journal awards. Please consider the excellent number of articles from the four issues of Volume 58 and make your selection of whom you find deserving for the two awards. We invite you to download the ballot (available in PDF format here) and return it to me via email or regular mail (526 Black Drive, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4X 2V9) by 17 October 2025. I look forward to hearing back from you. I will be presenting the awards at our 2026 National Convention next June in Kelowna. |
Gary Williams, National President, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
Gary Williams, National President, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
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From the Desk of the Journal Editor |
From the Desk of the Journal Editor |
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With the final article now in place, the editorial and layout work on Volume 59, Number 1 (highlights illustrated above) is very nearly ready for proofreading before moving on to production. Guest Editor Kyle Huth (President of the CAHS Ottawa Chapter) has gathered an interesting range of articles spanning a timeline from the immediate post-First World War era through the "golden age" and Second World War to the early postwar years and the cancellation of the promising Avro Arrow programme. Once 59-1 is handed off, work on Volume 59, Number 2 (Guest Editor, Will Chabun) will ramp up. In parallel with this work, our Associate Editors have been busy preparing a fine range of material for subsequent publication. Nonetheless, we could always use more. More items "at the ready" means we can continue to publish material from a variety of genres (time periods, industry sectors, biographies, etc) between the covers of any single Journal edition. If you have written, or are preparing to write, anything related to Canadian aviation history and would like it to be considered for publication in our Journal, please get in touch with any member of the editorial team here. In the meantime… Please consider supporting our Journal authors by completing the CAHS Journal Volume 58 Awards Ballot, which is included with the digital editions of 58-4, and remains available on the website's Journal page as long as 58-4's contents remain spotlighted there. Non-member newsletter subscribers, please note that only those ballots completed by CAHS National Members will be accepted. Until next time, |
With the final article now in place, the editorial and layout work on Volume 59, Number 1 (highlights illustrated above) is very nearly ready for proofreading before moving on to production. Guest Editor Kyle Huth (President of the CAHS Ottawa Chapter) has gathered an interesting range of articles spanning a timeline from the immediate post-First World War era through the "golden age" and Second World War to the early postwar years and the cancellation of the promising Avro Arrow programme. Once 59-1 is handed off, work on Volume 59, Number 2 (Guest Editor, Will Chabun) will ramp up. In parallel with this work, our Associate Editors have been busy preparing a fine range of material for subsequent publication. Nonetheless, we could always use more. More items "at the ready" means we can continue to publish material from a variety of genres (time periods, industry sectors, biographies, etc) between the covers of any single Journal edition. If you have written, or are preparing to write, anything related to Canadian aviation history and would like it to be considered for publication in our Journal, please get in touch with any member of the editorial team here. In the meantime… Please consider supporting our Journal authors by completing the CAHS Journal Volume 58 Awards Ballot, which is included with the digital editions of 58-4, and remains available on the website's Journal page as long as 58-4's contents remain spotlighted there. Non-member newsletter subscribers, please note that only those ballots completed by CAHS National Members will be accepted. Until next time, |
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Terry Higgins, Creative Director, Website Administrator, CAHS Journal Managing Editor and Graphics Director, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
Terry Higgins, Creative Director, Website Administrator, CAHS Journal Managing Editor and Graphics Director, Canadian Aviation Historical Society |
From the Desk of the Treasurer |
From the Desk of the Treasurer |
While September makes me think about the end of summer and the pending fall colours, what I associate with September the most is returning to school, whether elementary, high school, or post-secondary institutions. And when I think of students, I see an important audience with whom to share Canada's aviation history. One means of helping our next generation learn more about Canada's exciting aviation exploits and amazing accomplishments is providing them with well-written history books. Check out the CAHS Shop to see what books the CAHS is selling; furthermore, all back issues of the CAHS Journal are for sale in the CAHS Shop too, which is a treasure-trove of decades of aviation articles. Another way to help youth become more familiar with Canada's aviation history is to get them involved with the CAHS, either by attending local CAHS Chapter meetings or by becoming a CAHS National member. Were you aware that the CAHS offers a free gift membership to the CAHS for Air Cadets? If you know an Air Cadet who would be interested in receiving the quarterly CAHS Journal, please download this form, nominate the Air Cadet in your family or circle of friends, and return it via regular mail or to me via email. Best wishes to everyone going back to school - we hope this is the start of an amazing school year! |
While September makes me think about the end of summer and the pending fall colours, what I associate with September the most is returning to school, whether elementary, high school, or post-secondary institutions. And when I think of students, I see an important audience with whom to share Canada's aviation history. One means of helping our next generation learn more about Canada's exciting aviation exploits and amazing accomplishments is providing them with well-written history books. Check out the CAHS Shop to see what books the CAHS is selling; furthermore, all back issues of the CAHS Journal are for sale in the CAHS Shop too, which is a treasure-trove of decades of aviation articles. Another way to help youth become more familiar with Canada's aviation history is to get them involved with the CAHS, either by attending local CAHS Chapter meetings or by becoming a CAHS National member. Were you aware that the CAHS offers a free gift membership to the CAHS for Air Cadets? If you know an Air Cadet who would be interested in receiving the quarterly CAHS Journal, please download this form, nominate the Air Cadet in your family or circle of friends, and return it via regular mail or to me via email. Best wishes to everyone going back to school - we hope this is the start of an amazing school year! |
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 2026 Aviation Art Calendar |
CAHS 2026 Aviation Art Calendar |
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| The annual aviation art calendar is available ($15 a copy plus $7 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 $7 shipping in Canada). This bilingual calendar includes 13 full-colour images featuring a collection of civilian and military aviation aircraft. |
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Final Orbit by Chris Hadfield |
Final Orbit by Chris Hadfield |
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| Chris Hadfield is not only a famous astronaut, but he is also a CAHS member and a published author too! Check out his website to discover more about his space race thrillers: |
Chris Hadfield is not only a famous astronaut, but he is also a CAHS member and a published author too! Check out his website to discover more about his space race thrillers: |
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Military History Books by Harold A. Shaarup |
Military History Books by Harold A. Shaarup |
© Military History Books by Harold A. Shaarup |
© Military History Books by Harold A. Shaarup |
CAHS Member Harold Skaarup is a published military historian who has also written about Canadian aviation. Check out his website to learn more about him and discover the books he has for sale. |
CAHS Member Harold Skaarup is a published military historian who has also written about Canadian aviation. Check out his website to learn more about him and discover the books he has for sale. |
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KF Centre for Excellence's YouTube Channel - CA Exhibit Spotlight: The CF-104 Starfighter (Part II) |
KF Centre for Excellence's YouTube Channel - CA Exhibit Spotlight: The CF-104 Starfighter (Part II) |
Step inside the cockpit of a CF-104 Starfighter with retired Royal Canadian Air Force, Captain Bob Garry—60 years after he first flew it. In this heartfelt video, Captain (Ret) Bob Garry revisits the aircraft that shaped so much of his early life, sharing not just its technical features but the memories it holds. He speaks with pride and deep emotion about the pilots he flew alongside, honouring their lives. His stories are personal, moving, and filled with reverence for those who served. Provided by Emma Jones, Marketing and Communications, KF Centre for Excellence |
Step inside the cockpit of a CF-104 Starfighter with retired Royal Canadian Air Force, Captain Bob Garry—60 years after he first flew it. In this heartfelt video, Captain (Ret) Bob Garry revisits the aircraft that shaped so much of his early life, sharing not just its technical features but the memories it holds. He speaks with pride and deep emotion about the pilots he flew alongside, honouring their lives. His stories are personal, moving, and filled with reverence for those who served. Provided by Emma Jones, Marketing and Communications, KF Centre for Excellence |
KF Centre for Excellence - Okanagan College’s Camp OC Flight Academy Takes Youth Engagement to New Heights |
KF Centre for Excellence - Okanagan College’s Camp OC Flight Academy Takes Youth Engagement to New Heights |
"We're celebrating the success of the first Camp OC Flight Academy, which is helping us launch our Youth Engagement Program." "Designed for students entering Grades 7-9 and 10-12, the week-long program immersed participants in diverse aviation careers, from aircraft maintenance and drone technology to air traffic control, aviation communications, and piloting." Provided by Emma Jones, Marketing and Communications, KF Centre for Excellence |
"We're celebrating the success of the first Camp OC Flight Academy, which is helping us launch our Youth Engagement Program." "Designed for students entering Grades 7-9 and 10-12, the week-long program immersed participants in diverse aviation careers, from aircraft maintenance and drone technology to air traffic control, aviation communications, and piloting." Provided by Emma Jones, Marketing and Communications, KF Centre for Excellence |
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CAHS New Brunswick Chapter Launches a New RCAF Heritage Bear Fundraiser |
CAHS New Brunswick Chapter Launches a New RCAF Heritage Bear Fundraiser |
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| The CAHS New Brunswick Chapter is launching another RCAF heritage bear that you could win. The NB Chapter is proud to introduce you to Piper Williamson. He is wearing the RCAF Tartan, and his father was Squadron Leader Bill Williamson of RCAF Station Summerside, who played the leading role in having the tartan made by Loomcrofters of Gagetown, NB. This was the FIRST air force tartan in the world. This Piper Williamson bear can be yours. Tickets are $5 each and one-or-more can be purchased through e-transfer to this address. Your ticket number(s) will be emailed to you. In the comment box of the e-transfer, please include your name, telephone number, and email address. Piper Willamson is approximately 16 inches high. The bag pipes will only play a tune if you can hum like a Piper! LOL!! The RCAF Tartan Piper Bear will be drawn for on Sunday, 22 September 2025, at the Battle of Britain ceremony in Saint John. Written by Harold Wright Secretary, CAHS New Brunswick Chapter |
The CAHS New Brunswick Chapter is launching another RCAF heritage bear that you could win. The NB Chapter is proud to introduce you to Piper Williamson. He is wearing the RCAF Tartan, and his father was Squadron Leader Bill Williamson of RCAF Station Summerside, who played the leading role in having the tartan made by Loomcrofters of Gagetown, NB. This was the FIRST air force tartan in the world. This Piper Williamson bear can be yours. Tickets are $5 each and one-or-more can be purchased through e-transfer to this address. Your ticket number(s) will be emailed to you. In the comment box of the e-transfer, please include your name, telephone number, and email address. Piper Willamson is approximately 16 inches high. The bag pipes will only play a tune if you can hum like a Piper! LOL!! The RCAF Tartan Piper Bear will be drawn for on Sunday, 22 September 2025, at the Battle of Britain ceremony in Saint John. Written by Harold Wright Secretary, CAHS New Brunswick Chapter |
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New Release - World War II Aerial Combat 1937–1945: The Allied and Axis Air Forces – A Visual History |
New Release - World War II Aerial Combat 1937–1945: The Allied and Axis Air Forces – A Visual History |
World War II Aerial Combat 1937–1945: The Allied and Axis Air Forces – A Visual History is written by Canadian aviation historian Donald Nijboer who offers a fresh and visually rich perspective on Second World War air power, with more than 300 rare archival photographs. Check out the Firefly Books website for more information about how to secure your copy of this book with the upcoming publication date of 15 October 2025. |
World War II Aerial Combat 1937–1945: The Allied and Axis Air Forces – A Visual History is written by Canadian aviation historian Donald Nijboer who offers a fresh and visually rich perspective on Second World War air power, with more than 300 rare archival photographs. Check out the Firefly Books website for more information about how to secure your copy of this book with the upcoming publication date of 15 October 2025. |
Lieutenant Robert Hampton Gray Day in Ottawa |
Lieutenant Robert Hampton Gray Day in Ottawa |
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Reilly Brockington, Deputy Mayor of Ottawa and River Ward Councilor, and Nyah Clarke great-great niece of Robert Hampton Gray by his statue placed on Sappers' Bridge near Ottawa's Parliament Hill. |
Reilly Brockington, Deputy Mayor of Ottawa and River Ward Councilor, and Nyah Clarke great-great niece of Robert Hampton Gray by his statue placed on Sappers' Bridge near Ottawa's Parliament Hill. |
| In honour of the 80th anniversary of Lieutenant Robert Hampton Gray's (VC, DSC, RCNVR) tragic death over Onagawa Bay, Japan, 9 August has been proclaimed as 'Lieutenant Robert Hampton Gray Day' in Ottawa. Additionally, a new Royal Canadian Navy Arctic Offshore Patrol Vessel will be named His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Robert Hampton Gray. Story by Don MacNeil Photos by Richard Lawrance |
In honour of the 80th anniversary of Lieutenant Robert Hampton Gray's (VC, DSC, RCNVR) tragic death over Onagawa Bay, Japan, 9 August has been proclaimed as 'Lieutenant Robert Hampton Gray Day' in Ottawa. Additionally, a new Royal Canadian Navy Arctic Offshore Patrol Vessel will be named His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Robert Hampton Gray. Story by Don MacNeil Photos by Richard Lawrance |
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This year the show will take place on Saturday, August 30, Sunday, August 31st & Monday, September 1st from 12:00-3:40pm daily. Our practice day will be on Friday, August 29th during the same times.
The Exclusive Air Show Zone is located within Marilyn Bell Park in downtown Toronto directly in front of the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex and Canadian National Exhibition (CNE Fair).
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This year the show will take place on Saturday, August 30, Sunday, August 31st & Monday, September 1st from 12:00-3:40pm daily. Our practice day will be on Friday, August 29th during the same times.
The Exclusive Air Show Zone is located within Marilyn Bell Park in downtown Toronto directly in front of the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex and Canadian National Exhibition (CNE Fair).
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First Non-Stop Flight from Canada to England |
First Non-Stop Flight from Canada to England |
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Leonard Reid with “Trail of the Caribou” (CASM Image 11478) |
Leonard Reid with “Trail of the Caribou” (CASM Image 11478) |
| "Ninety-one years ago, on August 8, 1934, pilots James Ayling and Leonard Reid made the first non-stop flight from mainland Canada to England. Flying the de Havilland DH.84 "Trail of the Caribou," they covered the distance in 30 hours and 55 minutes - an unplanned record that paved the way for future transatlantic routes." Posted by Austin Hanconk on Vintage Aviation News |
"Ninety-one years ago, on August 8, 1934, pilots James Ayling and Leonard Reid made the first non-stop flight from mainland Canada to England. Flying the de Havilland DH.84 "Trail of the Caribou," they covered the distance in 30 hours and 55 minutes - an unplanned record that paved the way for future transatlantic routes." Posted by Austin Hanconk on Vintage Aviation News |
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Award Galas in September & October |
Award Galas in September & October |
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| 2025 Induction Ceremony September 4, 2025 |
2025 Induction Ceremony September 4, 2025 |
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| 15th Annual Elsie MacGill Awards Gala October 4, 2025 |
15th Annual Elsie MacGill Awards Gala October 4, 2025 |
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| 2025 Elevate Aviation Inspire Gala - 10 Year Anniversary October 18, 2025 |
2025 Elevate Aviation Inspire Gala - 10 Year Anniversary October 18, 2025 |
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Berlin Airlift Presentation by Alan Parkin |
Berlin Airlift Presentation by Alan Parkin |
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| A video is available for CAHS member Alan Parkin's presentation on the Berlin Airlift. Winnipeg Chapter, CAHS |
A video is available for CAHS member Alan Parkin's presentation on the Berlin Airlift. Winnipeg Chapter, CAHS |
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Student Sends Regards to CAHS |
Student Sends Regards to CAHS |
CAHS received a kind note recently: "One of the girls in my science club wanted to let you know how helpful the Canadian Aviation Historical Society website has been! We just got started for the Fall, and the first thing we're learning about is aviation...When Karolina (she's 11) was doing research, she ended up on your page... She was able to find some really excellent information, and she thought you might appreciate hearing it. :-) Karolina also found a great page on Aviation history & the Wright Brothers." Tracy Cavanaugh (and Karolina) Mrs. C's High School Club |
CAHS received a kind note recently: "One of the girls in my science club wanted to let you know how helpful the Canadian Aviation Historical Society website has been! We just got started for the Fall, and the first thing we're learning about is aviation...When Karolina (she's 11) was doing research, she ended up on your page... She was able to find some really excellent information, and she thought you might appreciate hearing it. :-) Karolina also found a great page on Aviation history & the Wright Brothers." Tracy Cavanaugh (and Karolina) Mrs. C's High School Club |
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Spotlight on Logbooks & AvDocs - Call for Papers (Deadline: 31 Aug 2025) |
Spotlight on Logbooks & AvDocs - Call for Papers (Deadline: 31 Aug 2025) |
Aviation runs on paperwork, and we want your insights! Share your expertise on aviation documentation for our free online event this November. Submit your proposal or suggestion today. |
Aviation runs on paperwork, and we want your insights! Share your expertise on aviation documentation for our free online event this November. Submit your proposal or suggestion today. |
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Multiple Canadian Aviation Events |
Multiple Canadian Aviation Events |
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Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada |
Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada |
Storytime with a Pilot September 4 @ 10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. |
Storytime with a Pilot September 4 @ 10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. |
The Sky’s the Limit Book Reading September 21 @ 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
The Sky’s the Limit Book Reading September 21 @ 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
| Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association |
Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association |
Airshow London (Ground Display) September 5 - 7 |
Airshow London (Ground Display) September 5 - 7 |
Wings & Wheels Family Fun Day September 13 |
Wings & Wheels Family Fun Day September 13 |
Member Appreciation Day September 26 |
Member Appreciation Day September 26 |
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| The Great War Flying Museum |
The Great War Flying Museum |
Airport Day September 7 @ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
Airport Day September 7 @ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
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| Bomber Command Museum of Canada |
Bomber Command Museum of Canada |
Halifax Day September 13 @ 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
Halifax Day September 13 @ 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
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British Columbia Aviation Museum |
British Columbia Aviation Museum |
Speaker Night (Paul J. Watson) |
Speaker Night (Paul J. Watson) |
| Open Cockpit Days Experience September 9 |
Open Cockpit Days Experience September 9 |
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Saskatchewan Aviation Museum |
Saskatchewan Aviation Museum |
| Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre |
Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre |
Bushplane Days September 20 @ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
Bushplane Days September 20 @ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
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10th Annual Scale Model Show September 21 @ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
10th Annual Scale Model Show September 21 @ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
| Simulator Day September 21 |
Simulator Day September 21 |
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Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum |
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum |
Vintage Wheels & Wings September 21 @ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
Vintage Wheels & Wings September 21 @ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
| National Air Force Museum |
National Air Force Museum |
30th Annual Ad Astra Ceremony September 27 |
30th Annual Ad Astra Ceremony September 27 |
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Manitoba: 4 September 2025 |
Manitoba: 4 September 2025 |
Due to conflicting activities, the August meeting is postponed to Thursday 4 September at 7 pm CDT. It will be online only. |
Due to conflicting activities, the August meeting is postponed to Thursday 4 September at 7 pm CDT. It will be online only. |
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Manitoba: 10, 24 & 25 September 2025 |
Manitoba: 10, 24 & 25 September 2025 |
Due to conflicting activities, the August meeting is postponed to Thursday 4 September at 7 pm CDT. It will be online only. |
Due to conflicting activities, the August meeting is postponed to Thursday 4 September at 7 pm CDT. It will be online only. |
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Montreal: 18 September 2025 |
Montreal: 18 September 2025 |
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Montreal: 16 October 2025 |
Montreal: 16 October 2025 |
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: What kind of challenges in regards to the turbine blades of the Iroquois engine for the Avro Arrow did the developers of the engine face? Source: Arrow Countdown, pg. 45 (Zuuring) |
Question 1: What kind of challenges in regards to the turbine blades of the Iroquois engine for the Avro Arrow did the developers of the engine face? Source: Arrow Countdown, pg. 45 (Zuuring) |
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| Question 2: What was the difference between the Yale and the Harvard? Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 123 (Dunmore) |
Question 2: What was the difference between the Yale and the Harvard? Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 123 (Dunmore) |
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| Question 3: Who was the only RCAF officer to accept a formal surrender from an entire garrison of enemy forces and was accorded a second Bar to his Distinguished Service Order during the Second World War?
Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 431 (Bashow) |
Question 3: Who was the only RCAF officer to accept a formal surrender from an entire garrison of enemy forces and was accorded a second Bar to his Distinguished Service Order during the Second World War?
Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 431 (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: “Because high required thrust was coupled to high turbine/exhaust temperatures, it was thought from the beginning, that some form of turbine blade cooling would be needed. Considerable work was undertaken to manufacture hollow blades which would receive air from the compressor, pass through the structures and keep it cool. Work by Inco was progressing on a new alloy that would take the higher temperature. It required casting a blade instead of the forging, which was the established way. The decision was taken to abandon the cooling option in favour of the new Inco casting alloy, which retained efficiency and also a simpler design.” Source: Arrow Countdown, pg. 45 (Zuuring) |
ANSWER 1: “Because high required thrust was coupled to high turbine/exhaust temperatures, it was thought from the beginning, that some form of turbine blade cooling would be needed. Considerable work was undertaken to manufacture hollow blades which would receive air from the compressor, pass through the structures and keep it cool. Work by Inco was progressing on a new alloy that would take the higher temperature. It required casting a blade instead of the forging, which was the established way. The decision was taken to abandon the cooling option in favour of the new Inco casting alloy, which retained efficiency and also a simpler design.” Source: Arrow Countdown, pg. 45 (Zuuring) |
ANSWER 2: “The Yale looked like a Harvard with a fixed gear, but in fact it was a considerably less powerful aircraft, and far less popular. It had been ordered in quantity by the French air force, and after the collapse of France some Yales found their way to Canada, where the RCAF used them as intermediate trainers to prepare students for the more demanding Harvard. Soon it became obvious that the intermediate stage was unnecessary and wasted training time. Thereafter, most of the Yales found employment on radio training duties.” Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 123 (Dunmore) |
ANSWER 2: “The Yale looked like a Harvard with a fixed gear, but in fact it was a considerably less powerful aircraft, and far less popular. It had been ordered in quantity by the French air force, and after the collapse of France some Yales found their way to Canada, where the RCAF used them as intermediate trainers to prepare students for the more demanding Harvard. Soon it became obvious that the intermediate stage was unnecessary and wasted training time. Thereafter, most of the Yales found employment on radio training duties.” Source: Wings For Victory, pg. 123 (Dunmore) |
ANSWER 3: “Close to the end of hostilities, the Admiralty remained unconvinced that the bombing could have destroyed the massive U-boat pens at Hamburg, and so Sir Arthur Harris despatched Fauquier, another group captain, and an interpreter by jeep to investigate first-hand. The entire city was now supposed to be in Allied hands. On their arrival, they were astonished to find 200 German sailors labouring hard on the demolished pens. At that point, German commander formally surrendered to Fauquier, then invited him and his party to lunch! Thus, it is believed that Johnnie Fauquier became the only RCAF officer to accept a formal surrender from an entire garrison of enemy forces. His splendid leadership of 617 Squadron during the closing stanzas of the European war was recognized with the award of a second Bar to his Distinguished Service Order, the only such recognition accorded to an RCAF officer during the war.” Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 431 (Bashow) |
ANSWER 3: “Close to the end of hostilities, the Admiralty remained unconvinced that the bombing could have destroyed the massive U-boat pens at Hamburg, and so Sir Arthur Harris despatched Fauquier, another group captain, and an interpreter by jeep to investigate first-hand. The entire city was now supposed to be in Allied hands. On their arrival, they were astonished to find 200 German sailors labouring hard on the demolished pens. At that point, German commander formally surrendered to Fauquier, then invited him and his party to lunch! Thus, it is believed that Johnnie Fauquier became the only RCAF officer to accept a formal surrender from an entire garrison of enemy forces. His splendid leadership of 617 Squadron during the closing stanzas of the European war was recognized with the award of a second Bar to his Distinguished Service Order, the only such recognition accorded to an RCAF officer during the war.” Source: No Prouder Place, pg. 431 (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. |
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 |
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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