- The Royal Canadian Air Force is grounding its jets until new aircraft arrive to replace the old fleet.
- The retirement of the CT-114 Tutor Aircraft was announced, raising concerns about jet lifespan and affecting the Snowbirds Program.
Fraser Tolmie calls on the government to keep the Snowbirds flying as the CT-114 Tutor aircraft ages and is slated for replacement.
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Updated Aug 16
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What happened
Fraser Tolmie calls on the government to keep the Snowbirds flying as the CT-114 Tutor aircraft ages and is slated for replacement.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- New trainers are set to be based at Moose Jaw for the Royal Canadian Air Force's pilot training program.Sub-event
- The Government of Canada noted that the Canadian Armed Forces embody professionalism while Snowbirds fly in California during a trade war.Sub-event
Advocacy for the Snowbirds program continues as the Tutor aircraft ages and faces replacement.1 source
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The entities involved
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TUTOR
programming language
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Moose Jaw
city in Saskatchewan, Canada
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Royal Canadian Air Force
air warfare and space branch of the Canadian Armed Forces