Posted on 13/08/2024
Col BC (Bruce) Gilchrist INF View Content
All Pilots,
Regret to advise of the recent passing of Col BC (Bruce) Gilchrist RCR (former Canadian Guards) in Fall River NS 1 Aug 24. Bruce received his Army Pilot Wings in Dec 65 as a member of LAPC 42. His fellow students on that Course were Coroy, Dion, Filteau and Moore. More information on Bruce and his career can be found in the Last Flight Section of this Website.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 05/08/2024
Maj CA (Chuck) Penny RCEME View Content
All Pilots,
Sorry to have to notify you of the passing of Chuck Penny in Eganville 23 Sep 2023. Just stumbled across the obituary by accident! Chuck was on LAPC 35 graduating Jul 63.
He was the last surviving member of that Course, students and instructors alike. To read his full obit Google Obits for Renfrew/Eganville and click on Zohr Family Funeral
Home's Website. A post will be made to the LAST FLIGHT Section of our Website soonest. Chuck was a good friend of many of us who had the privilege of knowing, serving and
flying with him. He will be missed for certain.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 04/06/2024
Maj Fred Joyce RCASC View Content
All Pilots,
Regret to advise the recent passing of Maj Fred Joyce RCASC 27 May 24. Fred's obituary can be found here in the Ottawa Citizen Obituaries.
Fred was on LAS Course 16 that graduated in Mar 56.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 29/04/2024
All Pilots,
I am sad to inform you of the relatively recent passing of five more proud wearers of the coveted Canadian Army Flying Badge, the 'Blue Wing', as follows:
Capt Stephen O'Farrell RCEME 22 Jul 22 View Content
Capt Freddie Labrie RCIC 25 Jan 23 (Glider Pilot) View Content
Maj Bill Lewis RCA 10 Feb 24 View Content
Maj Keith Lavender RCA 3 Apr 24 View Content
Maj Ken Edmonds RCCS 15 Apr 24 View Content
Ultimately, all five will have 'posts' in our Last Flight Section. Please take the time to have a look and see what your Editorial Board (primarily the fine work of Joe Oakley) has cobbled together, to the best of our ability, on each of these fine officers and gentlemen.
May they all rest in peace.
These items have been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 13/04/2024
Maj KD (Keith) Lavender RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
Once again it is with great sadness I have to notify you of the recent passing of Maj Keith Lavender RCA on 3 Apr 24 in Saanich BC.
Keith's Obituary can be viewed by Googling Salt Springs Island BC Obituaries, then Gulf Island Driftwood Obituaries Archives.
This item will be posted to the Last Flight Section in due course.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 03/03/2024
Major WDW (Bill) Lewis RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
With the greatest of sadness we must report the recent passing of Major WDW (Bill) Lewis RCA.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 28/01/2024
A new and enhanced write-up has been added to the LAST FLIGHT Section for Cpl FB (Fred) Dimond INF (retired Maj RCAF): View Content
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Added on 27/01/2024
A new biography as been added to the PILOTS Section for Col DJ (Dave) Rooke RCA: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 14/11/2023
A new biography as been added to the PILOTS Section for LtCol JAOJA (André) Desjardins RCASC: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 14/10/2023
A new addition has been added to the RCEME Section entitled RCEME In The Air: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCEME section of the site.
The website Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 29/09/2023
LtCol MW (Murray) McDonald INF : View Content
All Pilots,
Please note that a narrative has now been posted for Murray McDonald in the Last Flight Section of our Canadian Army Aviation Website. Murray was laid to rest at the Beechwood Military Cemetery in Ottawa 25 Sep 23. He surely will not soon be forgotten by those who had the honour and privilege of knowing and serving with him. May he rest in peace.
John Dicker LCol (Ret’d) RCCS
Chair, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 12/08/2023
The following has been added to the Links section of the site: View Content
A new and valuable research resource has just been added to our LINK Section, namely Canadian Aircraft Serials Personnel Information Resource CASPIR, a site made possible by the enormous efforts by Staff at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum in Mount Hope ON.
This item has been posted on the Links section of the site.
Posted on 20/06/2023
Passing of two Canadian Army Aviators:
All Pilots,
Please note that entries have now been posted in the Last Flight Section of our website for
Capt Ernie Clinker RCASC Capt Ernie Clinker RCASC
and
Col Dave Walters RCA Col Dave Walters RCA
who left us for the big hangar in the sky 22 Jul 22 and 13 Jun 23 respectively. May they rest in peace.
John Dicker LCol (Ret’d) RCCS
Chair, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 08/05/2023
Capt SW (Stan) Cote RCAC (LdSH(RC)) : View Content
All Pilots,
I am very saddened to have to let you know that Capt Stan left us for the big hangar in the sky Sat 29 Apr 23, here in Ottawa. He was 93. Stan requested that no service be held or obituary published. Please see the Last Flight Section for additional information. We on the Editorial Board have been told however, that his son-in-law Peter is in the process of writing a bio on him, and when completed it will be forwarded to this site for publishing in Stan’s post in the Last Flight Section. Stan will not soon be forgotten for the fine officer and gentleman that he was, as well as good friend of many of us comrades in arms. May he rest in peace for he has truly earned it.
John Dicker LCol (Ret’d) RCCS
Chair, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 04/02/2023
Funeral Details for LGen LW Cuppens RCA/RCAF:
Following information was just received via the Gunner Net:
The funeral for LGen LW Cuppens will be held on Wed 31 May 23 at 1100 hrs.
The Service will be conducted at the St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 22 Church St, Hampton NB
John Dicker LCol (Ret’d) RCCS
Chair, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 21/01/2023
Christmas Newsletter 2022: View Content
This item has been posted on the MISCELLANEOUS section of the site.
The website Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 15/01/2023
Recently Acquired RCAC Helicopter Troop Photos-Fort Chambly W. Germany 1967-69: View Content
Submitted by Maj (Ret’d) GA (Gord) Vandyke RCD
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Added on 15/01/2023
Col MJ (Mike) Anglesey RCASC: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 15/01/2023
BGen EH (Ed) Gosden RCIC (Cdn Guards), CMM, CD: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Posted on 21/12/2022
LGen LWF (Lou) Cuppens RCA : View Content
All Pilots,
It is with profound sadness that we notify you of the recent and sudden passing of one of our fellow Blue Wingers LGen(Ret’d) Lou Cuppens 16 Dec 22 in Florida. Lou’s obituary can be seen at Buxtonfuneralhome.com
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 09/12/2022
LtCol JG (John) MacGregor RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
It is truly with the saddest of hearts that I must inform you of the very recent passing of our fellow Blue Winger LCol JG (John) MacGregor RCA, at his home in Langley BC, Wed 7 Dec 2022. at 1600 BC time. John was 83 years of age and as a direct result of very serious and painful medical issues, he opted for MAID for his last flight to the big hangar in the sky.
Anyone who was ever involved in the world of Canadian Army aviation and later Canadian Forces tactical aviation during the 1960s through to when John retired from the Regular Force in 1978 will know the name MacGregor and hold that name in the highest possible regard, both as a pilot and an Artillery officer who served the Guns so well.
May he rest in peace knowing that he will not soon be forgotten by anyone who ever had the privilege of knowing and serving with this fine officer and gentleman.
More detail on John will be provided soon in the NEW and LAST FLIGHT Sections of our Canadian Army Aviation Website canadianarmyaviation.ca. Anyone wishing to send email condolences to the family can do so by using John's wife Karen's email address flyingm@shaw.ca
John Dicker, on behalf of your Canadian Army Aviation Website Editorial Board Members
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 02/12/2022
Updated version of the master list of all Canadian Army Aviators 1940-1970: View Content
Researched and compiled by BGen Joe Oakley with the assistance of LCol John Dicker.
Added on 14/09/2022
Capt JA (Jim) Lowe RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
It is with sincere sadness that we announce the recent passing of Capt Jim Lowe RCA on Mon 15 Aug 22 at the age of 91 at the Campbellford ON Memorial Hospital. Jim was predeceased by his wife Patricia Mary Alexander. He leaves two sons, Ian and Jim Lowe. In keeping with Jim’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements are entrusted with Weaver Funeral Home, Warkworth ON. As an expression of sympathy, donations can be made to the Salvation Army. Memories, stories and condolences can be made online at www.weaverfuneralhomes.com
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 11/08/2022
A new article has been posted to the Training Section entitled Major Nicholas (Nick) Mulikow CD Memorial Trophy: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 07/08/2022
A new biography as been added to the PILOTS Section for LtCol Al Cooper RCAC: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Posted on 22/07/2022
Capt GL (Gary) Flath RCASC: View Content
All Pilots,
With the greatest of sadness we must report the recent passing of Gary Flath 17 Jul 22 in Courtenay BC. A Memorial Service for Gary will be held 18 Sep 22 from 1300 to 1500 hrs at the Native Sons Hall in Courtenay. There will also be a Poppy Service. After the Service, everyone is invited to the Legion across the street from the Hall. Rest in peace old comrade. You have truly earned it.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 07/07/2022
A narrative and new photos have been added to the post for Capt WR (Bill) Stuart RCA: View Content
This item has been posted on the Last flight section of the site.
Added on 22/06/2022
An updated Canadian Army Aviator List has just been posted which includes the
passing of Christensen, Giffin, Swain, RodenBush, Isaacs, Hutson, Cotter, Hunden, Reilly, Brunette,
Armstrong, Nethercott, Strain, Blair, Clark, Wirth, Flack, King, Graves, Beaudry, Thompson and Ellery
: View Content
This item has been posted on the pilots section of the site.
Added on 17/06/2022
A new post for C-45 Multi-engine and Instrument Rating Courses has been added to the Training Section for Maj AK (Bert) Casselman: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 15/05/2022
Maj HC (Harv) Ellery RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
Once again it is my sad duty to report with great sadness the recent passing of Harvey Ellery this spring in Gibbons AB. EOM. Stand Easy old friend.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 30/04/2022
New material has recently been added to the posts for Capts Cronk, Johnston and Scandrett.
Thess items have been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Posted on 19/04/2022
LCol HD (Hank) Thompson RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
It is my very sad duty to inform everyone of the recent passing of LCol (Ret’d) HD (Hank) Thompson RCA in Qualicum
BC 12 Apr 22, at the age of 85. Hank was truly an outstanding pilot (LAPC 35, grad Jul 63), having served the
Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery as an Air OP Officer as well as having served a tour as a Canadian Exchange Officer (Pilot) with the British Army Air Corps. He was a true officer and gentleman in every respect and will be greatly missed by all of us who had the privilege of knowing him, being called his friend and last but not least, having had the opportunity to serve with him. Rest in peace old friend: you will not soon be forgotten. UBIQUE
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 24/03/2022
A biography has been added to this site: View Content
Capt WH (Hal) Cockerill RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 24/03/2022
A new post has been added to Last Flight for Capt WJ Graves RCASC: View Content
Added on 30/10/2021
Updated version of the master list of all Canadian Army Aviators 1940-1970: View Content
Researched and compiled by BGen Joe Oakley with the assistance of LCol John Dicker.
Posted on 08/09/2021
Maj HE (Hal) Wirth RCASC: View Content
All Pilots,
We are sad to announce the recent passing of Maj RE (Hal) Wirth 27 Aug 21 at the Perley and Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre in Ottawa ON.
Hal will be sadly missed by all who knew him and had the privilege of serving with him. May he rest in peace.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 28/08/2021
Maj DH (Knobby) Clark RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
Once again it is my sad duty to inform everyone of the recent passing of Maj ‘Knobby’ Clark RCA 19 Aug 21 in Kingston ON.
Knobby was legend in Canadian Army aviation per se and the Air OP in particular. He will be greatly missed by all of us
who knew him and again, in particular, by those who had the privilege of serving with him. Anyone wishing to do so can read
all about Knobby in his article in the RCA Section of this site, entitled “Air OP Reminiscences”.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 22/08/2021
CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM (CWM) ORAL HISTORY PROJECT View Content
During the 2003/4 timeframe, 13 former Canadian Army Pilots were interviewed by Maj (Ret’d) JR (Digger) MacDougall RCAC, a CWM Oral History Project volunteer at the time, as part of the overall Project. The taped interviews were subsequently transcribed as pdf files. Names of those interviewed are: Bisset, Booth, Cote, Dicker, Dudley, Fromow, Heitshu, Lewis, Noiles, RodenBush, Rowbottom, Seguin and Betcher.
These 13 transcriptions have been added to the PILOTS Section of the site and are accessible therein, by kind permission of the Canadian War Museum.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 12/08/2021
Maj BD (Barry) Blair RCE: View Content
All Pilots,
Sadly, we have just received word of the passing of Maj BD (Barry) Blair RCE on 3 Aug 21 in Ottawa ON.
Barry was one of nine RCE members to have worn the Blue Wing. Barry was a true gentleman and a fine officer. May he rest in peace.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 11/08/2020
A biography has been added to this site: View Content
Maj PC (Peter) Dudley RCAC.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 31/07/2020
A biography has been added to this site: View Content
Capt TSR (Terry) Jones RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Posted on 06/07/2021
Lt EM (Ted) Strain RCCS: View Content
All Pilots,
We were sorry to learn recently of the passing of Ted Strain on 14 Jan 21.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 02/07/2021
Capt AW (Ned) Nethercott RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
We have just learned, sadly, of the passing of Ned Nethercott in London ON on 21 Dec 20.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 13/06/2021
Last Flight - Maj Pete Armstrong RCASC: View Content
All Pilots,
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Maj Pete Armstrong RCASC on 5 Jun 21. Please see the recent post in the LAST FLIGHT Section of our website, on Pete’s illustrious career. He will not soon be forgotten by anyone having had both the honour and privilege of knowing and serving with him.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 04/05/2021
As a result of recent considerable in-depth research and authorship by our hard-working Site Director, BGen (Ret’d)
Joe Oakley and invaluable Website Administrator (Webmaster) John Heitshu, several new narratives as well as recently acquired
photographs now appear for the following officers:
Capt LM (Len) Harvey,
Capt JC (James) Hay,
Maj OJ (Orv) Lester,
Capt HB (Howie) McGregor,
Maj RO (Bob) Lundgren,
Maj SM (Sam) Pinkerton
and
Maj BRH (Tug) Watch.
Similar work is currently underway for Capt FA (Fred)
Isaacs, Maj JM (Joe) Liston and Maj AG (Angus) Thomas, all of which will be posted and notified to all via this Section in due course.
These items have been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Added on 05/04/2021
COs of the Joint Air School (JAS), Comdts of the Canadian Joint Air Training Center (CJATC) and
BComds of Canadian Forces Base Rivers (CFB Rivers): View Content
Compiled by LCol JA (John) Dicker RCCS
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Added on 29/03/2021
A postscrit has been added to The Top AT Trophy article: View Content
Article by LtCol (Ret'd) JA (John) Dicker RCCS
This item has been posted on the CJATC LAS and AATTS section of the site.
Added on 18/03/2021
Updated version of the master list of all Canadian Army Aviators 1940-1970: View Content
Researched and compiled by BGen Joe Oakley with the assistance of LCol John Dicker.
Added on 09/03/2021
A New Article entitled Glider CG4A, CA-Y has been posted to the site: View Content
Article written and photograph provided by Robert (Bob) Janik RCCS.
This item has been posted on the OPS/EXS and RCCS sections of the site.
Added on 27/02/2021
The obituary for the recent passing of BGen Jim Cotter RCA 17 Feb 21 in Victoria BC has now been posted to the Last Flight Section: View Content
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Added on 04/02/2021
A series of photographs from the album of MGen DR (Doug) Baker RCA: View Content
Photographs provided by Dianne Watchorn.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Posted on 28/01/2021
Last Flight - Maj FG (George) Hutson RCEME: View Content
All Pilots,
Once again it is our sad duty to inform you of the passing of one of our Blue Wingers, George Hutson, on 23 Jan 21 in Kingston ON.
George did his ab initio pilot training in Centralia and thereafter successfully completed LAPC 32 along with Gord Bristowe, Bill Claggett, Peter Jarvis and Howie McGregor, receiving the coveted Blue Wing in Jun 62 at CJATC Rivers MB.
George was a fine officer and well-liked for his professionalism and good-nature by all those who had the privilege of knowing and serving with him. May he rest in peace.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 18/01/2021
Last Flight - LtCol LM (Lorne) RodenBush RCASC: View Content
All Pilots,
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of another of our Blue Wingers, Lorne RodenBush 8 Jan 21, in his 93rd year, here in your Nation’s Capital.
Lorne will be greatly missed by all of us as he was truly one of the best known and highly qualified Canadian Army Aviators in our Blue Wing family.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 11/01/2021
Wings Presentation, Maj RR Ulrich, RCCS, 12 Mar 49 at JAS, Rivers, MB: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Added on 26/11/2020
A new photo has been added to Capt Cronk’s post in Last Flight: View Content
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Posted on 17/11/2020
Last Flight - LtCol HFE (Hal) Swain RCASC: View Content
All Pilots,
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of another of our Blue Wingers, LtCol HFE (Hal) Swain RCASC, 12 Nov 20, at the age of 84.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Co-ordinator, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 03/11/2020
Photos, from the Flying Logbook of then Capt Frank Bayne circa 1961-62 : View Content
This item has been posted on the RCHA section of the site.
Added on 28/10/2020
Flight Safety in the Canadian Army : View Content
By Maj GM (Mike) Henderson RCA.
Source: Flight Comment Magazine Edition 4 1965.
This item has been posted on the Miscellaneous section of the site.
Added on 19/10/2020
Annual Inspection of the Recce Sqn Fort Garry Horse at Fort Chambly West Germany 2 Apr 63 : View Content
Photo submitted by Maj PC (Peter) Dudley RCAC
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Added on 17/10/2020
The Top 'AT Trophy : View Content
Article by LtCol (Ret'd) JA (John) Dicker RCCS
This item has been posted on the CJATC LAS and AATTS section of the site.
Added on 06/10/2020
Glider Operations in the Canadian Army : View Content
Article by Maj (Ret’d) PC (Peter) Dudley RCAC
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Added on 22/09/2020
Paragraphs 5 and 10 in the Prologue section have been replaced with new content: View Content
This item has been posted on the Home section of the site.
Added on 10/09/2020
A biography has been added to this site: View Content
Maj DP (Don) Chambers RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 10/09/2020
A biography has been added to this site: View Content
Maj JS (John) Hugill RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 10/09/2020
A group photo has been added to this site: View Content
Air OP Pilots Reunion, Ottawa ON, 4-7 Jul 1996.
This item has been posted on the RCA and RCHA sections of the site.
Added on 10/08/2020
A biography has been added to this site: View Content
Maj JR (Digger) MacDougall RCAC.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 08/08/2020
Group photos have been added to C-45 Multi-engine Conversion and Instrument Rating Courses:
Course (no Course number available at present), 3 FTS Portage La Prairie MB, Feb/Mar-Jun 65 (approx): View Content
C-45 Refresher Course 69/10, 3 FTS Portage La Prairie MB (no Course date available at present but likely summer 1970: View Content
CFFIS Refresher Course 69/6, CFFIS Portage La Prairie MB (no Course date available at present but likely winter/spring 1970): View Content
C-45 Refresher Course 69/11, 3 FTS Portage La Prairie MB (no Course date available at present but likely spring 1970): View Content
These items have been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 30/07/2020
Group of Rotary Wing Instructors at CFB Portage La Prairie circa 1972-73 : View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 10/07/2020
Field of Dreams in Westphalia : View Content
Submitted by Maj (Ret’d) PC (Peter) Dudley RCAC.
This item has been posted on the Armoured Corps section of the site.
Added on 05/07/2020
A biography has been added to this site: View Content
LCol WJ (Alf) Tait RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 25/06/2020
A Snapshot in Time from the Archives of LtCol JP (Pete) Harrison RCASC: View Content
Submitted by his son LtCol (Ret’d) Dave Harrison PLT.
This item has been posted on the Miscellaneous section of the site.
Added on 23/06/2020
Great Trip in Cessna L-182D 16728 : View Content
by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS.
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Added on 10/06/2020
1 Service Battalion salutes Army aviators: View Content
By Steven Fouchard and Adam Moore, Army Public Affairs DND/CF and 1 Service Battalion CFB Edmonton AB.
This item has been posted on the RCASC section of the site.
Added on 03/06/2020
A Memorable Trip: View Content
By BGen (Ret'd) JK (Joe) Oakley RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Added on 01/06/2020
1 Air OP Flt formed in Camp Petawawa ON and receives four new Auster Aircraft 28 Jul 53: View Content
From the Ottawa Journal Wed 29 Jul 53 Edition.
This item has been posted on the RCHA section of the site.
Added on 29/05/2020
A biography has been added to this site: View Content
Lt DJ (Dave) Giffin RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 16/04/2020
CFB Rivers Crest: View Content
This crest for CFB Rivers replaced the CJATC crest when CFB Rivers replaced CJATC in the late 1960s.
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Added on 16/04/2020
Memories of a truly fine Armoured Corps Recce Pilot, Military Officer, Public Servant and Gentleman – Maj RW (Ross) Christensen LdSH (RC): View Content
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Posted on 15/05/2020
Last Flight - Maj RW (Ross) Christensen RCAC: View Content
All Pilots,
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of another of our Blue Wingers, Maj Ross Christensen, 12 May 20, in Ottawa, at the age of 80.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Co-ordinator, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 14/04/2020
Air OP Reminiscences: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCA and RCHAsections of the site.
A biographical sketch of and by Maj (Ret’d) DH (Knobby) Clark RCA
Posted on 03/04/2020
Last Flight - LCol (Ret’d) AV (Vic) Coroy RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
It is with great, great sadness that we announce the passing of LCol Vic Coroy, distinguished Gunner and Air OP Pilot, at 1130 2 Apr 20 at the Queensway-Carleton Hospital in Ottawa, as a result of complications resulting from COVID-19. Details of Vic’s long and remarkable career will be posted to the Last Flight/Epitaph Section in due course for all to see and read. Vic, as most all know, was the Chairman of the Editorial Board of the Canadian Army Aviation Website. No further details are known at this time.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Co-ordinator, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 21/08/2017
CAF GALA 2020 Portage la Prairie MB. 50th Anniversary of 3CFFTS and KF Aerospace:
Anyone interested in attending this event, please reply to Portage accordingly.
RCAF Poster: View printable PDF
Reaservation Form: View printable PDF
Posted on 25/03/2020
Lt PM (Peter/Trap) Stevens INF: View Content
All Pilots,
As noted in our recent All Pilots Newsletter, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lt PM (Peter/Trap) Stevens INF 11 Mar 20. Details of his illustrious career are now posted in the Last Flight Section of our website for all to see and read.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Vic Coroy LCol (Ret’d)
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 14/02/2020
My Blue Wing Odyssey: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCASC section of the site.
By LCol (Ret’d) WR (Ross) Craddock RCASC
Added on 09/02/2020
Addition of Army Flying Badge to MGen A Wrinch RCCS medal collection at the C&E Museum Kingston Ontario: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Submitted by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Photo credit: C&E Museum Kingston ON
Posted on 09/02/2020
Last Flight - MGen Doug Baker RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
As noted in our recent All Pilots Newsletter, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of MGen Doug Baker RCA in Orillia ON 22 Jan 20. Details of his illustrious career are now posted in the Last Flight Section of our website for all to see and read.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Vic Coroy LCol (Ret’d)
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 28/01/2020
A biography has been added to this site: View Content
LCol WR (Ross) Craddock RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 18/01/2020
Harry Reid’s Story: View Content
By LCol (Ret’d) Dean Black
This item has been posted on the RCASC section of the site.
Reposted on 03/12/2019
C-45 Multi-engine Conversion and Instrument Rating Courses: View Content
This article has been replaced with a new version containing updated content.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Compiled by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker with contributions by many former 3 FTS Portage la Prairie MB C-45 Army students.
In addition, a very significant amount of valuable time-consuming research was done and contributions made by Capt Michael O’Kane,
currently (2019) a Rotary Wing Instructor at 3 CFFTS Portage la Prairie MB.
Added on 25/11/2019
A new image has been added to Fixed-Wing (L-19) Conversion Courses CJATC Rivers MB Group Photos: View Content
This item has been posted on the LAS/AATTS section of the site.
Added on 25/11/2019
Primary Helicopter (H-23 B and C) Course Class Picture 17 Aug 59-Camp Wolters TX USA: View Content
Photo provided by Maj (Ret’d) Ron Hall RCASC. Photo credit: Camp Walters Photo Lab
This item has been posted on the Training and RCASC sections of the site.
Added on 25/11/2019
H-34 Cargo Helicopter Conversion Course Sep 59 - 31st Transport Company (Lt Hel) Fort Rucker ALA USA: View Content
Photo provided by Maj (Ret’d) Ron Hall RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Training and RCASC sections of the site.
Added on 04/11/2019
Exercise Winter Express - 1 Transport Helicopter Platoon, RCASC Operations - NATO Allied Mobile Force (Land), Bardufoss Norway, March 1966: View Content
Article authored by BGen (Ret’d) AJ Waldrum and BGen (Ret’d) JK Oakley.
This item has been posted on the RCASC and OPS/EXS sections of the site.
Added on 06/10/2019
Restored L-19 16709: View Content
A photo of former Canadian Army L-19A 16709 taken in Sechelt BC. The aircraft was recently fully restored to airworthy condition by Mr. Kris Reynolds of Sechelt BC.
Photo by Derek Hudson.
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Added on 05/10/2019
The Army in the Air - Alpha to Omega: View Content
The following paper provides a brief, historical overview of Canadian Army Aviation. The paper was prepared by BGen (Ret'd) LT Rowbottom and LCoI (Ret'd) LM RodenBush and presented to the Canadian Aviation Historical Society, Ottawa, Ontario.
Prepared by BGen (Ret'd) LT Rowbottom and LCoI (Ret'd) LM RodenBush.
This item has been posted on the RCASC section of the site.
Added on 23/09/2019
A biography has been added to the site:
Brigadier-General AJ (Butch) Waldrum, OMM, MSC, CD: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 19/09/2019
RCASC Officer Pilots at CJATC Rivers MB circa fall 1961: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCASC section of the site.
Added on 22/08/2019
A biography has been added to the site:
Capt EA (Ernie) Clinker RCASC: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Posted on 21/08/2019
Rare L-19 Bird Dog Photos: View Content
Two photos showing rare views of L-19s 16715 (1958) and 16710 (1955) with Survival Canisters mounted under wing.
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the website.
Provided by Capt (Ret`d) Joe Thibedeau RCA
Submitted by LCol (Ret`d) John Dicker RCCS
Posted on 11/08/2019
CJATC Memories - A Snapshot in Time: View Content
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the website.
Submitted by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Posted on 11/08/2019
Summary of Rotary Wing Tactical Helicopter Courses (CH-112), AATTS, CJATC Rivers Camp MB (incomplete summary): View Content
Extracted from the Flying Logbook of LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS who attended BHTU Course # 56 in May 1963.
This item has been posted on the Training section immediately following BHTU Group Photos.
Contributed by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker Co-ordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 11/08/2019
BHTU Hiller CH-112 Lesson Plan Sequences: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section immediately following BHTU Group Photos.
Contributed by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker Co-ordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 04/07/2019
Last Flight - LtCol HF (Bert) Leggett RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
It is with great sadness and yet some small comfort, that I announce the passing of both Bert and Jonelle Leggett. Bert passed away in Calgary in 2018 after struggling with Cancer and Jonelle passed away in 2019 at the Riverview Health Centre.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Vic Coroy LCol (Ret’d)
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 24/06/2019
Bird Dog – The Iconic L-19: View Content
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Written and contributed by Mike Davenport EAA 89102 - June 2019
Posted on 20/06/2019
Last Flight - Capt LR (Lloyd) McDonald RCASC: View Content
All Pilots,
With sadness I send the Last Flight obituary for Captain (Retired) Lloyd R McDonald. Lloyd took his last flight on 11 June 2019. He will be remembered by many of us as a flight instructor at CJATC Rivers with the Light Aircraft School and his service with Tactical Helicopter Squadrons.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Vic Coroy LCol (Ret’d)
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 11/06/2019
Signal Corps Pilot Display – C&E Museum, Kingston ON: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Contributed by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker Co-ordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Photos courtesy the Military Communications and Electronics Museum.
Posted on 10/04/2019
Last Flight - F/L Wilf “Moose” Graystone:
All Pilots,
It is with sadness that I report the passing of Wilf Graystone. A message from Wilf's wife, Regina to Terry informs us that Wilf took his last flight on April 6th. Wilf will be remembered by most from his days as an instructor in Centralia and Rivers. Terry's brief epitaph about Wilf captures the character of this unique comrade of ours. I will pass on any further details when I receive them.
This item has been posted on the Forum section of the site.
Vic Coroy LCol (Ret’d)
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 29/04/2017
BHTU group photos have been added to the site:
BHTU Course 6703, 27 Jun 67: View Content
BHTU Course 6705, 20 Sep 67: View Content
BHTU Course 6801 (FIS), 23 Jan 68: View Content
These items have been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 23/04/2019
A biography has been added to the site:
LCol WRL (Larry) Springford RCEME: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 11/04/2019
New checklists have been added to Pilots' Aircraft Checklists:
Auster A.O.P. 9: View Content
CH-113A: View Content
The CH-113A Voyageur Check List is provided through the auspices of Maj (Ret’d) Ted Orlowski.
The publication was provided to Maj (Ret’d) Ted Orlowski by the Comox Air Force Museum in Comox BC.
These items have been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Posted on 10/04/2019
Last Flight - Col FW (Frank) Bayne RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
We regret to inform all that Frank Bayne took his last flight on April 7, 2019 in Guelph, Ont. at the age of 91.
All who worked and flew with or knew Frank will recall the unforgettable character he was. Bayne stories are legion!
Our sincere sympathy and condolences are sent to his wife, Lynn Borthwick and Frank's family.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Vic Coroy LCol (Ret’d)
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 31/03/2019
Summary of all Army Pilot Courses commencing at the Brandon Flying Club, Brandon MB 1948-59: View Content
Submitted by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS. Graphic Layout by Jim Dicker Graphic Designer, TPH Ottawa.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 16/03/2019
H-34A Cargo Helicopter Conversion Course, Fort Sill OK USA 1 Nov 55: View Content
Photographs courtesy of Betty Dancey, the wife of former and deceased Canadian Army pilot Capt JP (Bumps) Dancey RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 16/03/2019
Helicopter Conversion Course CJATC Rivers Camp MB Grad Winter 1954: View Content
Photographs courtesy of Betty Dancey, the wife of former and deceased Canadian Army pilot Capt JP (Bumps) Dancey RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 16/03/2019
Brandon Flying Club Social Function – 1953: View Content
Photograph courtesy of Betty Dancey, the wife of former and deceased Canadian Army pilot Capt JP (Bumps) Dancey RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 09/03/2019
A new course photo has been added to LAPC 1-27 Graduate Photos and Names CJATC Rivers, Manitoba:
LAPC 6 Graduation CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba, Jun 53: View Content
Photograph courtesy of Betty Dancey, the wife of former and deceased Canadian Army pilot Capt JP (Bumps) Dancey RCASC.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 08/02/2019
Visit of PM Louis St. Laurent to CJATC Rivers MB 22 Apr 1949: View Content
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker Co-ordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Added on 30/01/2019
Artillery Reconnaissance and Engagement of Targets with RCAF Observation 1960 (CAMT 4-3-8): View Content
This Canadian Army Training Manual (CAMT) is provided through the auspices of Maj (Ret’d) Ted Orlowski .
The publication was provided to Maj (Ret’d) Ted Orlowski by the volunteers of the British Columbia Aviation Museum
and is held in the British Columbia Aviation Library, Sidney BC.
This item has been posted on the RCHA and RCA sections of the site.
Added on 30/01/2019
New checklists have been added to Pilots' Aircraft Checklists:
Dakota CC-129 - January 1944: View Content
CH-147 Chinook- Dec 1974: View Content
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Added on 26/01/2019
A new checklist has been added to Pilots' Aircraft Checklists:
Airspeed Horsa 1 Glider Pilots Check List - January 1944: View Content
The Horsa 1 check list is provided through the auspices of Maj (Ret’d) Ted Orlowski . The publication was provided to Maj (Ret’d) Ted Orlowski by the volunteers of the British Columbia Aviation Museum and is held in the British Columbia Aviation Library, Sydney, BC.
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Added on 17/12/2018
View of instrument panel of Hiller CH-112 10267: View Content
Submitted by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS.
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Posted on 15/12/2018
An obituary for BGen Ken Kennah RCEME has been addded to Last Flight: View Content
Added on 21/11/2018
New checklists have been added to Pilots' Aircraft Checklists:
Cessna L-19L: View Content
CH-135: View Content
These items have been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Added on 31/10/2018
Updated version of the master list of all Canadian Army Aviators 1940-1970: View Content
Researched and compiled by BGen Joe Oakley with the assistance of LCol John Dicker.
Posted on 25/10/2018
A new checklist has been added to Pilots' Aircraft Checklists: View Content
CH-136 Kiowa (COH-58A).
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker and Capt Paul Hitchman.
Added on 19/10/2018
A new Corps/Unit section has been added to the site: View Content
The Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps.
Added on 19/10/2018
List of RCOC officers who qualified for the Canadian Army Flying Badge: View Content
One RCOC officer qualified for the Canadian Army Flying Badge.
Researched and compiled by LCol John Dicker with the assistance of BGen Joe Oakley.
Added on 05/10/2018
Canadian Army Pilot Mini-Luncheon Canadian War Museum Ottawa ON 2 Oct 2018: View Content
This item has been posted on the following Corps/Units sections of this site:
RCHA,
RCAC,
RCA,
RCE,
RCASC,
RCCS,
RCEME,
C INT C,
RCIC,
4 CIBG/CMBG,
T&L FLIGHT AHQ.
By LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker Co-ordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Added on 03/10/2018
Chinook Crash: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCASC and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
Written and submitted by Maj (Ret'd) B Hill RCASC.
Added on 01/10/2018
An article has been added to C Sqn 8CH Helicopter Troop Centennial Project - Fort Chambly W. Germany 1 Jul 67: View Content
A Continuance of Great Memories and Recollections of Subsequent Fly-in Breakfasts.
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Written and submitted by Maj (Ret'd) Peter Dudley RCAC.
Added on 25/09/2018
Canadian Army Pilots’ Luncheon Hylands Golf and Country Club Ottawa ON 20 Sep 2018: View Content
This item has been posted on the following Corps/Units sections of this site:
RCHA,
RCAC,
RCA,
RCE,
RCASC,
RCCS,
RCEME,
C INT C,
RCIC,
4 CIBG/CMBG,
T&L FLIGHT AHQ.
Provided by the Canadianarmyaviation.ca Editorial Board
Added on 25/09/2018
A video has been added to the article titled One RCEME Pilot’s Story: View Content
Up in the Air, The story of my flying career.
This item has been posted on the RCEME section of the site.
Submitted by LCol Larry Springford LAPC 38
Added on 19/09/2018
Memorable First Flight: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCASC and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
Provided by Maj (Ret'd) Bud Hill, RCASC
Added on 19/09/2018
Light Observation Helicopter: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCASC and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
Provided by Maj (Ret'd) Bud Hill, RCASC
Added on 04/09/2018
Brandon Flying Club Fly-in Breakfast 31 May 1964: View Content
This item has been posted on the CJATC section AATTS sub-section of the site.
Contributed by LCol (Ret’d) JA (John) Dicker RCCS
Added on 24/08/2018
Visit with Capt (Ret’d) Keith Bisset: View Content
This item has been posted on the CIntC section of the site.
Written and submitted by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker RCCS
Added on 03/08/2018
Canadian Army’s only CIntC pilot takes his last flight: View Content
Charles Keith Bisset rose from the ranks of the Royal
Canadian Air Force to become one of the world’s leading Aerial Reconnaissance
Interpretation specialists
and an expert on the Soviet Union’s Air Forces.
This item has been posted on the CIntC section of the site.
Source: Necrologycanada
Added on 24/07/2018
C Sqn 8CH Helicopter Troop Centennial Project - Fort Chambly W. Germany 1 Jul 67: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Photos and article contributed by Capt (Ret’d) Stan Cote and LCdr (Ret’d) Gord Vandyke.
Original article courtesy “ The Beaver” Volume 11 Friday 7 Jul 1967 Number 12 Edition.
Posted on 22/07/2018
Last Flight - Capt CK (Keith) Bisset CIntC: View Content
All Pilots,
Regret to advise that our most senior living (to the best of our knowledge) Canadian Army Aviator took his last flight here in Ottawa at Perley Rideau Veteran’s Health Care Centre 22 Jul 2018, at the age of 93. Capt CK (Keith) Bisset CIntC was the one and only CIntC pilot in the Canadian Army/Canadian Forces. He was a former Glider Pilot and subsequently undertook fixed wing training as a member of LAPC 26, graduating 10 Aug 1959 at CJATC, Rivers Camp MB.
He will be remembered as a brave and free spirit, always up for an adventure and often took-on exciting and potentially dangerous missions during his various roles in the military (quoted from Keith’s obituary in the 28 Jul 18 Ottawa Citizen).
A private service in celebration of his life will be held at Eden Cemetery in Cambray ON (no date).
Further information on and tribute to Keith will be posted to the Last Flight section of the Canadian Army Aviation website canadianarmyaviation.ca in the near future.
Rest in peace Keith up there in the big hangar in the sky with all our fellow aviators who have already preceded you. You have surely earned it.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Vic Coroy LCol (Ret’d)
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 22/07/2018
CUH-1H Iroquois Helicopter Transition Course - May 1969 403 Helicopter Squadron Camp Petawawa ON: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Provided by Capt (Ret’d) Stan Cote LdSH (RC).
Added on 19/07/2018
First Glider Pilot Course CJATC Rivers Camp MB 3 Oct 49: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Provided by BGen (Retd) JK (Joe) Oakley RCASC.
Image source: From the Harry Chatry Fonds, PPCLI Museum Calgary AB courtesy Mr. Jim Bowman, M.L.S., Archivist.
Posted on 19/07/2018
Last Flight - Thomas Weston Musgrave: View Content
All Pilots,
It is with deep regret that I need to inform you that Major(Ret'd) Tom Musgrave has taken his last flight. Many will remember Tom from his days as a pilot with the artillery Air OP and as an instructor at the Army Aviation Tactical Training School, Rivers, MB. Tom as a gunner officer had a distinguished career. He is remembered as a quiet spoken and respected gentleman officer who carried out his duties professionally and efficiently throughout his many years of service to the regimental and as an army staff officer. Tom's obituary is posted to-day in the Ottawa Citizen.
End of mission, Tom, Stand Easy.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Vic Coroy LCol (Ret’d)
Chairman, Editorial Board
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Added on 14/07/2018
The Last Army Aviation Unit is Deleted From the Order of Battle: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCHA section of the site.
Provided by LCol (Ret’d) John Dick RCA.
Added on 14/07/2018
A biography has been added to the site:
Lieutenant-Colonel AV (Retd) (Vic) Victor Coroy RCA: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Added on 07/07/2018
403 Helicopter Squadron Ops, Trg and Pilots: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots, Training and OPS/EXS sections of the site.
Submitted by BGen (Retd) JK (Joe) Oakley RCASC.
Added on 29/06/2018
Biographies have been added to the site:
LCol JA (John) Dicker RCCS: View Content
BGen JK (Joe) Oakley RCASC: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Reposted on 29/06/2018
Canadian Army Aviation Pilots: View Content
This section now contains Canadian Army pilot biographies for those pilots not currently listed in the Last Flight section.
The first few biographies are of those who are presently involved in the website administration and direction. Following
these biographies are all others as received, in alphabetical order.
A complete list of all Canadian Army pilots who qualified for the Canadian Army Flying Badge from 1940 to 1970 follows the
biographies. Following that list are lists for said pilots by individual Corps/Regiments.
All Canadian Army pilots are encouraged to provide their biographies for this section, highlighting their military Service.
Reposted on 22/06/2018
Pilots' Aircraft Checklists: View Content
Canadian Army Aircraft Pilot's Checklists previously posted under the title "Flying Suit Pocket Memories".
Please note: We would also welcome a pic/scan of the Voyageur, Chinook, Kiowa and Huey Checklists.
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Contributed by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker.
Added on 22/06/2018
A video has been added of the parade held by 2RCHA in Camp Gagetown NB 4 Sep 1968 to mark the retirement of the Towed Gun.
Three separate fly-pasts of 2 Air OP Tp’s L-19s will be seen: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCHA Section under 2RCHA.
Video contributed by LCol (Ret’d) RG (Bob) Farrell RCCS.
Added on 16/05/2018
First four RCASC Officers to undertake Direct Entry Helicopter Training on the H-23 Hiller conducted by the US Army at Camp Wolters TX in 1957: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training and RCASC sections of the site.
Photo contributed by LtCol (Ret’d) Fred Zeggil.
Added on 04/05/2018
Canadian Helicopters Support Prime Minister Trudeau and President Nixon at Meeting To Celebrate the 10th Anniversary
of the Opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway, 27 June 1969: View Content
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs and RCASC sections of the site.
By Colonel George Zvanitajs (Rtd) CD.
Added on 15/04/2018
403 Helicopter Operational Training Squadron (HOTS) - The Early Years: View Content
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
By BGen (Ret'd) JK Oakley RCASC.
Added on 13/03/2018
One RCASC Officer’s Aviation Story - Blue Mountain to Paradise: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCASC and US/UN/UK sections of the site.
By LCol Fred Zeggil.
Added on 06/02/2018
Pilot’s Log Book Endorsements – Capt CK (Keith) Bisset CIntC: View Content
Two recently received copies of Endorsements to Capt Bisset’s Pilot’s Log Book, both considered of historical significance to Canadian Army Aviation in the early years.
This item has been posted on the CIntC section of the site.
Provided by Nadine Stoddart (Capt Bisset’s daughter).
Forwarded by LCol John Dicker Co-ordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Added on 06/02/2018
Another RCCS Pilot's Story - A Pigeon Aloft: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Written by LCol JR Farncombe MB CD
Submitted by LCol John Dicker, Co-ordinator Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Reposted on 07/01/2018
Last Flight section: View Content
The Last Flight subsections of the site have been amalgamted into one section.
Researched by LCol John Dicker, Coordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website and BGen Joe Oakley, Director, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Added on 22/12/2017
A new image has been added to the WWII/Korea section of the site: View Content
Major Mike Henderson and Auster Mk VI.
This item has been posted on the WWII/korea and RCA sections of the site.
Contributed by LCol A. Victor Coroy, Chairman, Editorial Board.
Added on 19/12/2017
A video has been added to The First Helicopter Lift of an Alberta Dinosaur: View Content
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Source: Alberta Palaeontological Society Bulletin Volume 26. Number 1 March 2011.
By Darren H. Tanke and R.W. (Bill) Walker.
Added on 19/12/2017
The Lt Gord Shellard Caper: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCA, RCHA and Forum sections of the site.
Contributed by LCol A. Victor Coroy, Chairman, Editorial Board.
Added on 21/11/2017
Artillery Air Observation Post Pilots' Reunion, 1988: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCA and RCHA sections of the site.
Provided from the personal papers of Col N. Reilander CD.
Added on 13/11/2017
The Histories of WWII, 664, 665 and 666 Air OP Squadrons: View Content
The histories of WWII, 664, 665 and 666 Air OP Squadrons has been provided through the courtesy of Mr. Robert Reilander, the son of Col N. Reilander, from Col Reilander's personal papers.
This item has been posted on the WWII/Korea, RCA and RCHA sections of the site.
LCol A.Victor Coroy, Chairman, Editorial Board.
Added on 13/11/2017
A Fixed-Wing (L-19) Conversion Course Group Photo has been added to the site: View Content
FW (L-19) Conversion #70/1 CJATC Rivers Manitoba, 20 April 1970 - 18 June 1970.
This item has been posted on the CJATC section LAS/AATTS subsection of the site.
Added on 13/11/2017
An Advanced Air OP Course group photo has been added to the site: View Content
Air OP Section Commanders Course, RCSA, Shilo Manitoba, 24 Aug - 30 Oct 1970.
This item has been posted on the RCA and RCHA sections of the site.
Added on 23/10/2017
A Fixed-Wing (L-19) Conversion Course Group Photo has been added to the site: View Content
FW (L-19) Conversion Course #2 CJATC Rivers Manitoba 8 Feb (first flight)-21 Apr (check ride) 1960.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Added on 23/10/2017
The following article has been added to the Signal Corps section titled Col FT Harris MiD CD RCCS: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Submited by LCol John Dicker, Coordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 07/10/2017
LAPC Course 9 Graduation CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba, Oct 54: View Content
This item has been posted on the LAS and AATTS section of the site.
Contributed by Nora Axhorn via Velma Barkley.
Posted on 22/09/2017
Col FT (Fred) Harris MiD, CD RCCS: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Submited by LCol John Dicker, Coordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 05/09/2017
A Brief Bio of ZC2649 Capt WGA MacDonald CD, RCA: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Submited by Col MM (Mike) Johnson RCCS.
Posted on 31/08/2017
Last Flight - Capt Stephen Bernard "Bernie" LeBlanc RCASC: View Content
All Pilots,
We regret to inform all that Stephen Bernard "Bernie" LeBlanc took his last flight on Monday, August 21, 2017 in Coquitlam, B.C. at the age of 80.
Bernie was an ex-RCAF pilot who transferred to the Army along with many of us. He left the Army shortly after and joined Air Canada where he flew until retirement.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2017. For details contact bemiesmemorial@gmail.com
Our sincere condolences go out to the family.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol John Dicker, Coordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 21/08/2017
The First Helicopter Lift of an Alberta Dinosaur and remembering the helicopter pilot of that first lift Captain Gordon Clifford Walker CD (1923-1970): View Content
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Foreword by LCol John Dicker, Coordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Source: Alberta Palaeontological Society Bulletin Volume 26. Number 1 March 2011.
By Darren H. Tanke and R.W. (Bill) Walker.
Posted on 16/08/2017
Last Flight - Colonel Norbert Reilander RCA: View Content
All Pilots,
We regret to inform all that Col Norbert Reilander took his last flight on August 13, 2017. Many will remember him as a distinguished gunner officer and from his time at CJATC Rivers as a flying instructor with the Light Aircraft School. Norbert was one of the WWII Air OP originals serving with 664 and 665 Air OP Squadrons in Europe and later commanding 444 Air OP Squadron in Rivers Manitoba. Col Reilander was the last known surviving WWII Army aviator. An era has ended with his passing.
Respects may be paid on Friday, 18 August 71, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM Kelly Funeral Home, Carling Chapel, 2313 Carling Avenue, Ottawa. The funeral will be held at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Fatima church. Condolences and sharing memories can be sent at www.kellyfh.ca.
Our sincere condolences go out to the family.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol A. Victor Coroy, Chairman, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 14/08/2017
An RCASC Pilot’s Story from PFS Centralia Course 59/1: View Content
Terry submitted the following article after reading the article entitled “An RCCS Pilot’s First Solo” which was posted to the website 30/07/2017. He was a student on the first Canadian Army Pilot Course to undertake primary flying training at RCAF Station Centralia Nov 59-Jan 60. Prior to Centralia, Canadian Army pilots, for the most part, undertook primary flying training at the Brandon (MB) Flying Club before proceeding to CJATC Rivers MB to complete their Light Aircraft Pilot Course, graduating with the award of the coveted Canadian Army Flying Badge.
Foreword by LCol JA (John) Dicker RCCS.
This item has been posted on the Training and RCASC sections of the site.
Submitted by Capt TSR (Terry) Jones RCASC.
Posted on 30/07/2017
An RCCS Pilot's First Solo: View Content
Source: Reproduced from the March 2014 edition of the Vernon BC Flying Club Newsletter.
Foreword by former Editor John Swallow.
This item has been posted on the Training and RCCS sections of the site.
By LCol John Dicker, Coordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 19/07/2017
Last Flight - Maj EHP (Pierre) Garneau RCAC: View Content
All Pilots,
Regret to notify all that Maj EHP (Pierre) Garneau RCAC passed-away in YOW 12 Jul 17 at the age of 94. Pierre was a student on No.1 AirOP and Liaison Pilot Course, graduating in Mar 49. This course was run by 444 AirOP Sqn (RCAF) at Rivers. The Sqn was later re-designated as the Light Aircraft School (LAS) 1 Apr 49. Fellow students on that course were Fred Wagner, Bill Hall, Rudy Ulrich and Dave Struthers. Further details on Pierre can be found in a previous post to this website dated 18 Nov 15 in both the "New" and "CJATC/AATTS" sections, entitled "Canadian Army Aviation Memories" authored by LCol John Dicker. Pierre was the epitome of an officer and gentleman and his loss to the Canadian Army Aviator Band of Brothers is indeed most significant.
Our sincere condolences go out to the Garneau family on this very sad occasion.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
LCol John Dicker, Coordinator, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 15/07/2017
The Canadian Army Aviation Website has updated the following pages of the site:
Home: View Content
A new Introduction has been added to The Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Dedication: View Content
This website has been dedicated to the memory of Brigadier General Robert George Heitshu, OStJ, CD, whose imagination and determination lead to the establishment of the Canadian Army Aviation website and the history and the stories recorded herein.
Submited by by LCol A. Victor Coroy, Chairman, Editorial Board, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 09/07/2017
Last Flight: The Canadian Army Aviation Website has recently acquired the obituaries for the following Canadian Army pilots.
Col FT (Fred) Harris RCCS 24 Mar 16: View Content
LtCol LH (Bud) Gorrell RCASC 16 Feb 15: View Content
BGen AWD (Arn) Garlick RCASC 10 Dec 15: View Content
LtCol TL (Trev) White RCASC 24 Aug 14: View Content
Maj N (Neil) Betcher RCASC 5 Jan 13: View Content
LtCol JA (Andy) Seguin RCASC 16 May 13: View Content
Capt GW (Garry) Brownrigg RCASC 2013: View Content
Col AK (Bert) Casselman RCAC 24 Mar 12: View Content
Maj PDA (Pat) Harrison RCA14 Feb 10: View Content
LtCol BD (Bev) Baily RCA 23 Dec 10: View Content
LtCol DL (Dave) Fromow RCA7 Feb 09: View Content
Maj JM (Joe) Liston RCA 9 Feb 08: View Content
These items have been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Submited by LCol John Dicker, Coordinator, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 07/07/2017
Last Flight: The Canadian Army Aviation Website has recently acquired the obituaries for the following Canadian Army pilots.
Maj VR (Vern) Taskey RCASC 24 Jan 17: View Content
Maj NE (Norm) Ramsey RCA 21 Dec 16: View Content
These items have been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Submited by LCol John Dicker, Coordinator, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Reposted on 19/06/2017
An Infantry Officer's Pilot Story: View Content
LCol MW Mcdonald CDN Guards.
This item has been posted on the Infantry and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
By LCoI Dean C. Black.
Posted on 19/06/2017
The history of Auster Air OP Mk V TJ 343 / G-AJXC from 1944 to 2017: View Content
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Source: Mr Robin Helliar-Symons’ personal papers.
Foreword by LCol A. Victor Coroy, Coordinator, Canadian Army Aviation Website.
Posted on 04/06/2017
Last Flight - Bob Heitshu: View Content
All Pilots,
Sadly I must report that, BGen Bob Heitshu took his last flight at 2300 Friday evening (2 June 17), His wife Wendy and his family were at his side. Tentative plans are for a family funeral before a reception at Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa.
Bob will be remembered not only as a distinguished Gunner officer but also his service as an Air OP pilot with 1 Air OP Flight, Camp Petawawa. Bob also served as the long standing Chairman of the Canadian Air OP Association until it was stood down. Latterly, he was instrumental in establishing the Canadian Army Aviation website and served as the Editorial Committee Chairman. BGen Bob Heitshu was a staunch supporter of all things related to army aviation and was determined that our history would not disappear. We will miss a great comrade along with his guidance and leadership.
Our sincere condolences go out to Wendy and his family.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Vic Coroy
Coordinator
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 21/05/2017
Last Flight - Bill Pollock: View Content
All Pilots,
Sadly I relay the message that Bill Pollock has taken his last flight yesterday evening. When I receive more details, I will pass them on to you. Many of us who had the privilege of knowing Bill enjoyed an association with him as a friend, comrade, exceptional army and CF pilot, and a helicopter instructor to name a few hallmarks of his legacy as a gunner officer and pilot.
Our sincere sympathy to Marg and Bill's family.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Vic Coroy
Coordinator
Canadian Army Aviation Website
Posted on 03/05/2017
BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH: View Content
MAJOR-GENERAL ARTHUR E. WRINCH, CBE, CD
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Source: Canadian Army 1966.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 03/05/2017
Master list of all Canadian Army Aviators 1940-1970: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Researched and compiled by BGen Joe Oakley with the assistance of LCol John Dicker.
Posted on 08/03/2017
Memoirs of an Armoured Corps Officer and Pilot: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCAC and Ops/Exs sections of the site.
By Capt Guy Thatcher.
Reposted on 21/02/2017
Pilots’ Aircraft Checklists: View Content
Canadian Army Aircraft Pilot's Checklists.
Please note: We would also welcome a pic/scan of the Voyageur, Chinook, Kiowa and Huey Checklists.
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Posted on 08/02/2017
Lieutenant Jack Shaw: View Content
(RCASC) CH-47 Helicopter Trials Accident, 17 March 1965.
This item has been posted on the RCASC and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bud Hill.
Posted on 08/02/2017
LAPC 34 Long-Range Cross-Country Navigation Exercise: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Posted on 15/01/2017
The following items have been added to C-45 Multi-engine Conversion and Instrument Rating Courses:
Course 6407 (No photo available at present), 3 FTS Portage La Prairie MB 8 Nov 65-1 Feb 66: View Content
Special Instrument Rating (SIR) Course 7001, 3 FTS Portage la Prairie MB, 5 Jan-18 Mar 70: View Content
These items have been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Contributed by LCol Jack Farncombe and LCol John MacGregor.
Posted on 14/01/2017
Department of Transport Air Services Branch Circa 1949-1950 Aerodromes, Airways & Radio Aids Data Sheets for Rivers and Brandon MB: View Content
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Source: LCol John MacGregor.
Posted on 02/01/2017
C-45 Multi-engine Conversion and Instrument Rating Courses: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Compiled by LCol (Ret’d) John Dicker with contributions by many former 3 FTS Portage la Prairie MB C-45 Army students. In addition, a very significant amount of valuable time-consuming research was done and contributions made by Capt Michael O’Kane, currently (2019) a Rotary Wing Instructor at 3 CFFTS Portage la Prairie MB.
Reposted on 02/01/2017
Cuban Crisis and Helicopter Survivability Trials: View Content
This submission has been updated with an item regarding the CH-47A Auxiliary Tank Vibration.
This item has been posted on the RCASC and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
By Maj Bud Hill.
Posted on 01/12/2016
My Own Air OP Pilot’s Experience: View Content
This item has been posted on the 1 RCHA and 2 RCHA sections of the site.
By Major (Retd) Pierre Marceau, RCA, CD, MSM
Posted on 25/11/2016
Tales Out of School: View Content
Upon my return to Petawawa from vacation in August of 1957, I was approached by a certain pilot who said to me
"I've learned a couple of new tricks while you've been away".
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Posted on 18/11/2016
Holy Electrics: View Content
C-45 training/upgrading activities.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Contributed by BGen J.K Oakley.
Reposted on 18/11/2016
Letter of the Day Published in the Ottawa Sun Dec 28, 2003 "RE 'POW/REPATRIATED' by Pat MacAdam (Dec 21): View Content
On August 13 1952 (four months before MacKenzie was hit, Capt Joe Liston, Royal Canadian Artillery, serving with 1903 Air Observation Post Flight, RAF (British Army) Fort George, South Korea was the first Canadian to be shot down and taken prisoner. The following is an extract from the book Canada's Flying Gunners (a history of the air observation post pilots of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery) by Lt Col D.L. Fromow, CD and published by the Air Observation Post Pilots Association of Canada.
This item has been posted on the RCA, WWII/Korea and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
Source: Taken from the November 2009 Hello Niner Six Newsletter of the Air Observation Post Association of Canada.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu
Added on 18/11/2016
Obituary for Col James D Megill CD, P.Eng. : View Content
Jim was born in Kingston, ON and attended Le Collège Militaire Royal de Saint-Jean and the Royal Military College of Canada, graduating in 1963 with a B.Eng. (Civil)(Honours).
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Contributed by Ken Holmes, Researcher, Canadian Military Engineers Association (CMEA).
Added on 16/11/2016
A new item has been added to 1000 Hour Club (Order of the Griffin) Founded by Buzz Borland: View Content
1000 Hour Scroll/Certificate.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Contributed by Dave Johnstone
Added on 12/11/2016
Exercise ACE HIGH: View Content
First use a of helicopter by K Battery of 4 RCHA, Newfoundland, June – July, 1965
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs and 4RCHA sections of the site.
Submited by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 06/11/2016
Assistance would be welcome in identifying personnel in these photographs: View Content
Any visitors to the site viewing the recently re-constituted Wartime Section who might know the first name and/or sqn of the
following Wartime Air OP officers are asked to contact me:
Capt R Everett (first name only),
Capt DG Gibson (first name only),
Capt RE Russell (first name only),
Capt WG Wood (first name and sqn) and
Capt JVW Robinson (sqn only). With many thanks. JohnD
Submited by LCol John Dicker RCCS.
Added on 26/10/2016
Then and Now – Canadian Army Cessna 182 Aircraft: View Content
This item has been posted on the Aircraft and T&L Flight AHQ sections of the site.
By LCol John Dicker RCCS.
Added on 24/10/2016
The Biographpy of Lieutenant-General L.W.F. Cuppens, CMM, CD: View Content
The distinguished service and flying career of LGen Lou Cuppens, CMM, CD, started as a gunner officer and a pilot in the Air OP and continued in the unified forces. LGen Cuppens achieved the most senior rank of all those who qualified as army pilots and were engaged in active flying duties.
This item has been posted on the RCA and Pilots sections of the site.
By LCol A. Victor Coroy.
Added on 20/10/2016
Memories of a RCEME Pilot: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCEME section of the site.
Contributed by BGen KT (Ken) Kennah.
Added on 17/10/2016
Eulogy for LCol RB Rogers: View Content
Delivered by Lieutenant-General Lou Cuppens CMM, CD.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Submitted by LCol A. Victor Coroy.
Added on 11/10/2016
Another RCEME Pilot’s Story - RCEME in Aviation: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCEME section of the site.
Submitted by Maj CA (Chuck) Penny.
Added on 11/10/2016
Listing of Air Observation Post Other Ranks: View Content
The men listed here were essential to the very existence of the Air OP and the fulfillment of its role.
This item has been posted on the RCHA, RCA and WWII/Korea sections of the site.
Researched and contributed by LCol A. Victor Coroy.
Added on 27/09/2016
Life Legacy - LCol Richard Blair “Dick” Rogers, OMM, CD: View Content
August 17, 1939 - September 24, 2016.
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Contributed by LCol A. Victor Coroy.
Added on 24/09/2016
Updated version of the master list of all Canadian Army Aviators 1940-1970: View Content
Researched and compiled by BGen Joe Oakley with the assistance of LCol John Dicker.
Added on 20/09/2016
Training as Observer Pilots: View Content
From Canada's Weekly, December 22, 1944.
This item has been posted on the WWII/Korea and Artillery sections of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 20/09/2016
Artillery Officers Graduate as Flying Observers: View Content
From Canada's Weekly, April 20, 1945.
This item has been posted on the WWII/Korea and Artillery sections of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Reposted on 20/09/2016
Disposition and location of Canadian Army L-19 and L-19L aircraft as of September 2016: View Content
From Transport Canada and FAA Data Bases.
This item has been posted on the aircraft section of the site.
Contributed and researched by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 19/09/2016
Another RCCS Pilot’s Story - Flight Experience - Royal Canadian Corps of Signals: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Written by Lt EM (Ted) Strain.
Submitted by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 19/09/2016
Another RCCS Pilot’s Story: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Written by Maj SD Werry.
Submitted by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 07/09/2016
A Brief History of the Canadian Artillery Air Observation Post: View Content
The history of Air OP up to the formation of 444 Squadron. The history includes WW2, and the formation of the Air OP Troop in Europe.
This item has been posted on the WWII/Korea, RCHA and Artillery sections of the site.
Prepared by LCol A. Victor Coroy.
Reposted on 05/09/2016
LtCol Dave Ely, RCA, DComdt CJATC - Responsible for designing the new crest for CJATC: View Content
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed and researched by LCol John Dicker.
Image source: Ken Joyce’s website entitled “Airborne History Canada”.
Added on 05/09/2016
Army Pilot's Log Books - 150 Anniversary Project: View CASM Archive (This document may take a moment to load.)
The era of Army aviation is of interest to aviation historians. Our era extended over about a thirty-three year period of flying in war and peace. It is a unique part of the Canadian aviation story. The Canada Aviation and Space Museum (CASM) wants to capture our period of aviation history by archiving records of Army flying. To this end CASM has set up a section to archive the log books of Army pilots. The process of archiving our log books is simple, just send or deliver your log book to the address below. If you send it you need to pay for the postage to get the book to CASM. CASM will pay the postage to send your logbook back to you unless you wish them to retain it in their archives. If this is your wish, you will need to send a note with the book. If you haven't already sent in your log book as some have, please consider it a personal 150 anniversary project.
To date we have only 18 pilots who have sent in their log books (11 are gunners).
Log books should be mailed to:
Dr. R. Fortier
Canada Aviation and Space Museum
11 Aviation Parkway
PO Box 9724, Station T
Ottawa, Ontario, K1G5A3
This item has been posted on the Links section of the site.
Contributed by LCol Vic Coroy.
Added on 02/09/2016
Capt CK (Keith) Bisset CIntC - Canada Aviation and Space Museum Flying Log Book Extracts: View CASM Archive (This document may take a moment to load.)
As you may be/are aware, the Canada Aviation and Space Museum has an ongoing project to collect and retain or photocopy aircrew logbooks from as many Canadian Aviators as possible.
I would like to make reference to one individual in particular in the Intelligence Corps.
The individual’s name is Capt CK (Keith) Bisset CIntC. This website link lists his name along with all the aircraft he flew.
This item has been posted on the Links and CIntC sections of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 02/09/2016
Soldiers with Wings: View Content
From the April 1967 edition of Sentinel magazine.
Written by F/L T. G. Coughlin
This item has been posted on the CJATC/AATTS section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 02/09/2016
The following names have been added to the BHTU Course 6602 graduation photo: View Content
Real Dubois
Norm Lovitt
Glen Urquhart
Brian Roberts
Chris Dalley
Fred D’Amico
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 29/08/2016
The Rivers Bell - A Story About the CJATC Officers’ Mess Bar Bell: View Content
By Bruce Forsyth, CD.
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
*Please note that the bar tape included was provided by LCol John Dicker.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 29/08/2016
One RCEME Pilot’s Story: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCEME section of the site.
Submitted by LCol Larry Springford LAPC 38.
Added on 29/08/2016
Another RCEME Pilot’s Story - Reflections on my tour as a RCEME Army Helicopter Maintenance Officer: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCEME section of the site.
Submitted by LCol Ray Manning.
Added on 23/08/2016
The following photograph has been added to LAPC Course 19: View Content
(Student)
Capt WGA (Slack Mac) MacDonald RCA.
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 12/08/2016
AOP Memorial Wall - The Museum of Army Flying: View Link
This list includes the names of 146 men of the Air Observation Post Squadrons who died in service.
It includes ground personnel and observers who died while engaged with the AOP squadrons.
The Air Observation Post Squadrons were units which were recruited from the Royal Artillery and Royal Canadian Artillery. These gunners were taught to fly in order to spot and direct fire for artillery ground units. Formed in 1941, the AOP squadrons were sent into action all over Europe to fulfil a dangerous but important role. After the war they participated in a variety of situations including the Korean War and Malaya before eventually amalgamating into the modern-day Army Air Corps.
The information is subject to change and this list in considered a working list. If you have any comments, enquiries or suggestions please contact the Archivist at one of the following:
Email: Archivist@flying-museum.org.uk
Phone: 01264784421
A link to this item has also been added to the Last Flight category of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Source:The Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop UK.
Added on 12/08/2016
The Memorial Project Eagle Phase 1: View Link
Museum Archive publishes provisional list of names for public review.
Project Eagle is the name given to a 3 phase project that aims to modernise and expand the Museum, thus underpinning its future sustainability. As the initial phase of Project Eagle, the Museum is planning to build a Memorial which is expected to be in the form of a wall. This will commemorate all those who have died in service of British Army flying, from early pioneers who first took to the air in the 1870s to the present day Army Air Corps.
This Memorial will be unique in listing the names of aircrew, support staff, and ground crews of the Royal Flying Corps, Air Observation Post Squadrons, Glider Pilot Regiment and Army Air Corps who have died in the service of British Army flying. It will provide a focus for remembrance for all those who have been involved in British Army aviation. It will be a powerful reminder that behind the historical events are stories of courage and sacrifice involving some 5,200 brave men and women over nearly 140 years.
The Museum is offering the chance to view the lists and make any comments or suggestions.
Please contact the Archivist at one of the following:
Email: Archivist@flying-museum.org.uk
Phone: 01264784421
This item has been added to the Links category of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker and BGen Joe Oakley.
Source:The Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop UK.
Added on 12/08/2016
The following items have been posted to the WWII Air OP course photo section of the site:
Extract from the book “Winged Sentinel” authored by John Gordon: View Content
Alphabetical list of the 78 Canadian Artillery officers who graduated: View Content
These items have been added to the WWII/Korea category of the site.
Researched and compiled by LCol John Dicker and BGen Joe Oakley.
Added on 09/08/2016
The WWII Air OP course photo section of the site has been reposted with new images: View Content
This item has been added to the WWII/Korea category of the site.
Images courtesy of The Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop UK.
Added on 09/08/2016
The WWII/Korea category of the site has been reposted: View Content
Images contributed by Maj Bill Lewis and The Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop UK.
Added on 02/06/2016
The following names have been added to the BHTU Course 6606 graduation photo: View Content
(Students)
Milsom
Madder
Leblanc
McWha
Hamilton
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 02/06/2016
L-19L 16728, one of the original four 182s in the Flight: View Content
The pilot is Capt Joe Thibedeau and the other folks in the picture are
members of a family who were waiting to pick-up Joe's passenger whom Joe
just flew in. The location is unknown at this time.
This item has been added to the T&L Flight AHQ Images category in this section of the site.
Contributed by Capt Joe Thibedeau
Added on 02/06/2016
A 2 Air OP Flight image has been added to the site: View Content
Austers at 2 Air OP Flight, Shilo, Manitoba, Circa 1950's.
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Image contributed by Capt Joe Thibedeau.
Added on 30/05/2016
An Air OP Pilot's Story: View Content
The following biographical sketch of Captain Lawrence (Joe) Thibedeau, CD, is but a brief example of some of the conditions of service during the period following World War 2, up to the unification of the forces and several years beyond.
This item has been posted on the RCHA and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
By LCol AV Coroy, CD.
Added on 30/05/2016
A story that must be read: View Web Link
Norman Harold “Andy” Andrews, originally British Army Air Corps, retired as a Major in The Corps of Royal Canadian Engineers and wore the Canadian Army Flying Badge as reflected in the Master List of Canadian Army Aviators 1940-1970. He left us for the big hangar in the sky in September 2000”.
This web link has been posted on the Links and RCE sections of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Source: www.pegasusarchive.org
Added on 30/05/2016
The following names have been added to the BHTU Course 6706 graduation photo: View Content
(Students)
Moritz
Clarke
Dick
Jarvis
Spragge
Arbuckle
Sundman
Sjolie
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 15/05/2016
The first four Cessna L-182s acquired by the Canadian Army: View Content
16726, 727, 728 and 729 on the ramp at the T&L Flight based at RCAF Station Rockcliffe in Aug 1962. All four were D models.
This item has been posted on the T&L Flight AHQ section of the site.
Contributed by Col Frank Bayne
Reposted on 12/05/2016
New items have been added to Fond Memories of Martin Farndale: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCA and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
Contributed by BGen R,G, Heitshu.
Added on 07/05/2016
A new 1 Air OP group photo has been added to the site : View Content
1 Air OP Flight, 1961.
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Dale Saxon.
Added on 07/05/2016
First Air War (NOVA Documentary):
Contains a very good segment which describes the first applications of aerial photography for the purpose of air observation during the First World War.
This item has been posted on the Links section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 07/05/2016
An Advanced Air OP Course group photo has been added to the site: View Content
Advanced Air OP Course # 17, Shilo Manitoba 1963.
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Images contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Image caption contributed by LCol Vic Coroy.
Added on 07/05/2016
Exercise Bel Air has been added to the site: View Content
Exercise Bel Air, Camp Valcartier, Feb 20-28 1961.
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Images contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Image captions contributed by Maj Dale Saxon.
Added on 07/05/2016
About Exercise Cold Spear: View Content
1 AOP Exchange Flts with RCAF, Kirkland Lake area, Jan 17-Jan 28, 1960.
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Contributed by Col Frank Bayne.
Image captions contributed by Maj Dale Saxon.
Added on 07/05/2016
A Canadian Gunner in the Army Air Corps: View Content
A summary of experiences.
This item has been posted on the RCA and US/UK/UN sections of the site.
By LCol Hank H.D.Thompson RCA.
Added on 07/05/2016
About Exercise Terry Lee: View Content
1 AOP Exchange Flts with RCAF, Kirkland Lake area, Jan 17-Jan 28, 1960.
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Dale Saxon.
Added on 07/05/2016
New images have been added to Exercise Terry lee: View Content
Ex Terry Lee, Butler Lake View Content
1 AOP, Ex Terry Lee, RCAF Otter 690, Jan 1960 View Content
1 AOP, Ex Terry Lee, Otter with L-19 701 and 705, Jan 26 1960 View Content
1 AOP, Ex Terry Lee, Jan 1960 View Content
1 AOP, Ex Terry Lee, Otter with L-19 701 and 705, Jan 26 1960 View Content
1 AOP, Ex Terry Lee, Bonnechere, Jan 1960 View Content
Ex Terry Lee, 1 AOP Flt "HQ" on Bonnechere Airfield, Jan 1960 View Content
Ex Terry Lee, Location comparison RCR/AOP Camps, Jan 1960 View Content
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Dale Saxon
Added on 25/04/2016
Kids and Cows in Rural Germany: View Content
Flying a helicopter in the low level reconnaissance role over the rural countryside of Germany may have many attractions to the pilots but it turns out that the aircraft itself is also an attraction to children and cows.
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Peter Dudley.
Added on 25/04/2016
Exercise Terry Lee: View Content
1 AOP Exchange Flts with RCAF, Kirkland Lake area, Jan 1960.
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 25/04/2016
Exercise Cold Spear: View Content
1 AOP COOP Flts with RCAF, Bonnechere Ontario, Jan 1961.
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exe section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 25/04/2016
Dave Francis, First ride in Auster V: View Content
Photo taken in Apeldoorn Holland, 1945 (Pilot was Capt G.W. Andrews).
This item has been posted on the Training and WWII/Korea sections of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 24/04/2016
403 Squadron 75th Anniversary Coins:
For those who are unable to attend the Anniversary weekend events, you can still place an order and
the coin will be shipped to you. Coins are $20 each ($22 incl shipping within Canada).
Cheques can be made out to "base fund" and mailed to Lt Christopher Dietrich, OC Svc Sp,
403 Squadron, 5 CDSB, Box 17000 Station Forces, Oromocto, NB, E2V 4J5. Please ensure that
you include a mailing address as well as phone/email contact info. If you have any questions
or concerns please feel free to email Chris directly at christopher.dietrich@forces.gc.ca
Please feel free to share with military collectors and any other former Squadron members
who cannot attend the event.
Contributed by BGen Joe Oakley.
Amended on 24/04/2016
A new image has been added to the 4 CIBG/CMBG Liaison Flight section of the site: View Content
C&L Flt 4CMBG ramp ceremony for Bde Commander Gen Chouinard, 1972.
This item has been moved to the 4 CIBG/CMBG Liaison Flight section of the site.
Contributed by Capt Stan Cote.
Added on 24/04/2016
Group photos have been added to LAPC 1-27: View Content
LAPC 3: View Content
LAPC 19: View Content
LAPC 21: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 24/04/2016
An H-13 Sioux Helicopter section has been added to the site: View Content
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Peter Dudley.
Amended on 24/04/2016
The CH-112 Hiller Helicopter section has been moved to the Aircraft section of the website: View Content
Contributed by Major Peter Dudley.
Source: www.rwrwalker.ca
Added on 21/04/2016
A 1000 Hour Club Group photo has been added to the site: View Content
1000 Hour Club (Order of the Griffin) Founded by Buzz Borland..
Is there anyone out there who still has a 1000 Hour Mug and/or the "Order of the Griffin" certificate that accompanied it?
Please post your response on the Site's Forum.
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G.Heitshu.
Added on 21/04/2016
Kudos:
Belated congratulations to Michael Lewis for his distinctive jacket on our book "Canada's Flying Gunners". Michael is Maj. Bill Lewis' son.
PS Every time I look at the book jacket, I get the willies! Imagine, parachutes were only issued to pilots three days before Joe Liston was shot down!.
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 07/04/2016
A new BHTU Group photo has been added to the site: View Content
BHTU Course 6706, Dec 1967.
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Peter Dudley.
Added on 07/04/2016
Signing Over Last L-19's to Air Cadet League, Gagetown, July 1973: View Content
This item has been posted on the Aircraft section of the site.
This item has also been posted on the RCA Aircraft Images section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 07/04/2016
New Air OP images have been added to the RCA section of the site:
L-19s Over Inspection of 4 RCHA by COMD 2 CIBG, 12 Apr 1962: View Content
Refuelling 732, Hawkesbury Airport, Hawkesbury Ont, July 1967: View Content
L-19 702 Over Gagetown New Brunswick, 1972: View Content
L-19 725, 1 AOP Flt, North Pole to Petawawa: View Content
Petawawa Winter Landscape: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 03/04/2016
A new image has been added to the RCAC Helicopter Troop section of the site: View Content
Pilots and Observers Helicopter Troop C Squadron 8th Canadian Hussars, Fort Chambley Germany, 1966.
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Peter Dudley.
Added on 03/04/2016
CH-113 2nd Conversion Course Group Photo: View Content
After 1THP was formed at Rivers with six aircraft, six others were assigned to a Transport Helicopter Training Unit as part of the Army Aviation School. for pilot and technician training. This arrangement only lasted from late 1965 and the aircraft and the training role reverted to the Platoon early in 1966.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 03/04/2016
One RCCS Pilot’s Story: View Content
How it all began (and ended).
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
By LCol John Dicker.
Added on 03/04/2016
Pilot Check-ride 1964: View Content
A photo of Capt Jim Pugh CFI AATTS CJATC giving a check-ride to Lt Pat Thornton of the Helicopter Troop in Germany in 1964
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
By Maj Peter Dudley.
Added on 03/04/2016
One RCE Pilot’s Story: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCE section of the site.
By Major Barry Blair RCE.
Added on 03/04/2016
4 CIBG/CMBG Liaison Flight Recollections: View Content
This item has been posted on the 4 CIBG/CMBG Liaison Flight section of the site.
By Capt TSR Jones RCASC.
Added on 03/04/2016
RCAC Helicopter Troop 4th CDN Infantry Brigade Group 1962 – 1972: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Contributed by Major Peter Dudley.
Added on 03/04/2016
Farewell Parade and Last Flight of the CH112 in CFE June 8 1972: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Contributed by Major Peter Dudley.
Added on 31/03/2016
For the information of our readers, some sad news. Col Fred Harris,
RCCS and a very early Canadian Army Aviator (Course No. 2, grad Aug 51) passed away
24 Mar 16 in Manotick ON. Fred was 92.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 28/03/2016
New LAS and AATTS Photos have been added to the site: View Content
H-5 flown by Nick Nicholls PPCLI, CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba, 1957 (Image 1): View Image
H-5 flown by Nick Nicholls PPCLI, CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba, 1957 (Image 2): View Image
Briefing by Met Man, CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba, 1957: View Image
In control tower, CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba, 1957: View Image
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 28/03/2016
Group photos have been added to LAPC 1-27: View Content
LAPC 8 Graduation CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba, Feb, 1954: View Image
LAPC 18 Graduation CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba, Oct 1956: View Image
LAPC 22 Graduation CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba, May 1958: View Image
These items has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Ongoing research and compilation by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 28/03/2016
An LAS/AATTS Staff and Ground Crew group photos category has been added to the site: View Content
These items have been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Images contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 26/03/2016
The History of the AOP Troop in NW Europe 1960-1972: View Content
by Capt P. Baldaro, CD.
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Bill Lewis.
Added on 26/03/2016
LtCol JG (John) MacGregor with his restored L-19A: View Content
John lives in the lower mainland of BC and has acquired this aircraft which I am sure
you will all recognize as a former military, L 19, Light Observation Aircraft. Interestingly
the passenger in the photos is James Adkins – the son of Maj Lew Adkins.
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Contributed by LCol Mike Walker.
Added on 26/03/2016
A Story about Hiller CH-112 10267: View Content
10267 was number seven of its type to enter service in the Canadian Military in 1961. My first flight in a helicopter took place in 267 on 22 Apr 63 while undergoing basic helicopter flying training on Course No. 56 at the Basic Helicopter Training Unit (BHTU), CJATC, Rivers Camp, Manitoba. After a grand total of 10 hours and 50 minutes of dual
instruction, I flew solo for the first time in a helicopter, again in 267 on 29 Apr 63. The flight lasted 40 minutes.
This item has been posted on the aircraft section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 26/03/2016
Disposition and location of Canadian Army L-19 and L-19L aircraft as of November 2010: View Content
From transport Canada and FAA Data Bases.
This item has been posted on the aircraft section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 26/03/2016
A Canadian Army Aircraft section has been added to the site: View Content
Added on 26/03/2016
Group photo for Rotary Wing Advanced Tactical Helicopter Course No.5 Sep 1963: View Content
The Course was terminated early, in mid-Oct 1963, with no-one graduating. The reason for the early termination was the high
number of accidents (3) caused primarily by wire-strikes.
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 23/03/2016
Miscellaneous Flights: View Content
From the RCASC Corps history book “The Last Waggon” that was authored by Colonel J.D. Murray and Colonel Lorne Rodenbush (Chapt 9 "The Corps in the Air").
This item has been posted on the T&L Flight AHQ section of the site.
Permission by Colonel Lorne Rodenbush.
Added on 16/03/2016
Rotary Wing Advanced Tactical Helicopter Course Group Photos, AATTS CJATC Rivers Camp Manitoba: View Content
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Reposted on 06/03/2016
1000 Hour Mug – Order of the Griffin: View Content
Is there anyone out there who still has a 1000 Hour Mug and/or the certificate that accompanied it?
Please post your response on the Site's Blog.
In December, 1958, I was attending the Long location Course in Shilo, Manitoba. I did my continuation flying at 2AirOP flight,
Shilo. On Saturday, December 30th, 1958, I went flying with Doug McMillan and took the opportunity to fly over the Shilo ranges
to do a bit of crater analysis. On our return to the hangar, and to enter the flight in my logbook,
I realized I had just flown my one thousandth hour.
That is when Doug McMillan said I should be eligible for the Order of the Griffin and the 1000 Hour Mug.
I understand that the Order of the Griffin was originated by LtCol Buzz Borland, who was commanding CJATC.
The certificate that I received has been lost, but I still have the mug.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu
Added on 03/03/2016
The following website has been added to the Links section of this site: View link at www.armyflying.com
The Museum of Army Flying. Experience 100 years of the British army in the air.
This item has been posted on the Links section of the site.
Contributed by BGen Joe Oakley.
Added on 03/03/2016
Announcements for the 403 and 408 Sqns' 75th anniversary reunions:
The January 22, 2016 edition of the RCAF Association News lists two very interesting 75th anniversary announcements for
two Tac Hel Sqns.
403 Sqn May 28-29 2016. www.AllEvents.in/gagetown.in
408 Sqn 24-26 Jun 2016. www.reunion.forfreedom.ca
A number of our readership served in one or both Sqns.
Contributed by BGen Joe Oakley.
Added on 03/03/2016
The following names have been added to group photos in the CJATC section of the site:
BHTU 6602: Lt. Ron Zboril RCN View Content
LAPC 37: Pugh View Content
LAPC 43: Lt. TSR Jones View Content
These items have been posted on the Training section of the site.
Contributed by Capt Terry Jones.
Added on 02/03/2016
Ex-RCAF/RCN LAPC Conversion Course Group photos, CJATC Rivers NB: View Content
A total of four such Courses where conducted at AATTS CJATC Rivers MB during the years 1962-1966.
These Courses were designed to convert former pilots of the RCAF and RCN who had been released from
those two services and who subsequently joined the Canadian Army.
Most if not all said officers went on to qualify Rotary Wing on the Hiller CH-112 at BHTU CJATC Rivers MB”.
This item has been posted on the Training section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 28/02/2016
22 BHTU group photographs have been added to the site: View Content
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 28/02/2016
Recollections of A Germany Posting and a Recce Pilot's flying log 1964 - 1967: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Contributed by Capt Stan Cote.
Added on 28/02/2016
Project Franklin: View Content
Photos the 1967 Franklin Expedition. The complete story is included on the following site: Canadian Geographic - Franklin Expedition.
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exe section of the site.
Contributed by Major Neil Coward.
Added on 28/02/2016
First Aeroplane Ride: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 28/02/2016
Visit to Cold Lake 1977: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 04/02/2016
A memoriam for Norman M. MacLean, MAJOR has been posted on the Last Flight Section of the site: View Content
A celebration of Norm's life will take place at the Comox Valley Seniors Village, 4640 Headquarters Road, Courtenay, BC on Saturday February 20, 2016 at 2:00 pm. All are welcome to attend.
Contributed by the MaCLean family.
Added on 03/02/2016
Slush Recce: View Content
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exe section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 02/02/2016
BHTU Group Photos: View Content
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contibuted by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 21/01/2016
An account of a Mid-air Collision: View Content
1 May 1959
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exe section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 21/01/2016
Flying with BGen Ross Bishop's dog Gus: View Content
30 April 1956
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exe section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 21/01/2016
Canadian Army Pilots Hel Sqn Rolls: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots section of the site.
Contibuted by Capt Stan Cote
Added on 21/01/2016
Army Aviation AATTS News Pilots Rolls: View Content
This item has been posted on the Pilots and CJATC sections of the site.
Contibuted by Capt Stan Cote
Added on 11/01/2016
An account of one of the procedures for engaging targets from altitude: View Content
St-Valentine's day, 14 Feb 1968
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exe section of the site.
Contributed by Maj Pierre Marceau.
Added on 11/01/2016
A Memoriam for Major Norm MacLean has been added to the site: View Content
This item has been posted on the Last Flight section of the site.
Contributed by the MaClean Family
Added on 11/01/2016
Rivers Team Shocks R.C.A.F: View Content
Seven-man squad from the Canadian Joint Air Training Centre wins R.C.A.F. Dominion volleyball title.
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contibuted by F/L Nels Gesner, former CFI LAS.
Added on 11/01/2016
Rivers Memorabilia: View Content
A snap I took of the Rivers Control Tower circa 1962, match book covers from the Officers’ Mess at Rivers and the cover from an early 60s CJATC Xmas Card.
I kept this stuff because it just brings back so many fond memories of my four years at Rivers (62-66).
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contibuted by LCol John Dicker.
Added on 11/01/2016
US Army Aviation Staff Course group photo: View Content
Fort Rucker Alabama June-July 1964
This item has been posted on the US/UK/UN section of the site.
Contibuted by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 11/01/2016
Canadian Army Pilots Nominal Roll has been added to the Pilots section of the site: View Content
Contibuted by Capt Stan Cote
Added on 11/01/2016
US/UK/UN category has been added to the Corps/Units section of the site: View Content
Added on 11/01/2016
A Pilots section has been added to the site: View Content
Added on 11/01/2016
New images have been added to RCAC section of the site: View Content
Contibuted by Major Peter Dudley
Added on 11/12/2015
RE Harry Reid's Biography: View Content
I very much enjoyed reading Harry Reid's biography submitted by BGen Joe Oakley.
I was fortunate enough to have served with Harry on several occasions culminating with Exercise Winter Express in North Norway in 1966.
My after exercise Report submitted to the Canadian Gunner follows:
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs and RCA sections of the site
Added on 10/12/2015
Exercise WINTER EXPRESS: View Content
Exercise Winter Express was Held in North Norway from 21 February to 26 March 1966
This item has been posted on the Ops/Exs section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu.
Added on 10/12/2015
AATTS (CJATC) Image section: View Content
This item has been posted on the CJATC section of the site.
Contibuted by LCol John Dicker and Major Peter Dudley
Added on 09/12/2015
RCAC Helicopter Troop Group Photos: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Contributed by Major Peter Dudley
Added on 09/12/2015
RCAC Helicopter Image section: View Content
This item has been posted on the RCAC section of the site.
Contibuted by LCol John Dicker and Major Peter Dudley
Added on 08/12/2015
Categorized lists of officers who qualified for the Canadian Army Flying Badge: View Content
Categorized lists of pilots have been posted on the following Corps/Units sections of this site:
RCHA,
RCAC,
RCA,
RCE,
RCASC,
RCCS,
RCEME,
C INT C,
RCIC.
Researched and compiled by LCol John Dicker with the assistance of BGen Joe Oakley
Added on 07/12/2015
RCHA section has been added to the Corps/Units category of the site: View Content
Added on 07/12/2015
Operations and Exercises (Ops/Exs) section has been added to the site: View Content
Added on 04/12/2015
RCASC Aviation History: View Content
Col Lorne Rodenbush's Chapter 9 "The Corps in the Air" from Col J.D. Murray's book "The Last Waggon".
Permission by Col Lorne Rodenbush.
This item has been posted on the RCASC section of the site.
Contributed by BGen Joe Oakley
Added on 01/12/2015
A Canadian Military Icon, Major Henry Reid: View Content
Major Henry Reid, the "Godfather of military transport helicopter operations in Canada."
This item has been posted on the RCASC section of the site.
Contributed by BGen Joe Oakley
Added on 27/11/2015
List of RCCS officers who qualified for the Canadian Army Flying Badge: View Content
A total of ten RCCS officers qualified for the Canadian Army Flying Badge.
This item has been posted on the RCCS section of the site.
Compiled by LCol John Dicker (RCCS)
Added on 26/11/2015
Master list of all Canadian Army Aviators 1940-1970: View Content
Master lists of pilots have been posted on the following Corps/Units sections of this site:
RCHA,
RCAC,
RCA,
RCE,
RCASC,
RCCS,
RCEME,
C INT C,
RCIC,
4 CIBG/CMBG,
T&L FLIGHT AHQ.
Researched and compiled by BGen Joe Oakley with the assistance of LCol John Dicker.
Added on 26/11/2015
Is there anyone out there who can identity the individual on the right-hand side in this photo? View Content
This image was taken at 430 Sqdn Valcartier Quebec on Oct 27, 1974. The individual
(NCO) is wearing a flight suit and has a Gunner hat badge.
Please contribute a name
or post a comment on the site's Blog if you know who this is.
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
BGen R.G. Heitshu
Added on 26/11/2015
General Jean V. Allard CBE DSO ED CD: View Image
Highest rank of any Canadian Army officer ever to qualify for and be awarded the Canadian Army Flying Badge.
This update has also been posted in the RCIC section of this site.
Contributed by LCol John Dicker (RCCS)
Added on 25/11/2015
1 Air OP Flight, Gagetown Detachment Group Photo 1958: View Content
First mixed flying unit consisting of Service Corps pilots.
Charismatic flyer Capt Jalbert who trained in Rivers, was a frequent visitor.
Capt Jalbert went on to greater fame when he made news headlines
after convincing a man, with a machine gun, to release hostages taken in the Chamber
of the National Assembly of Quebec. View Video
This item has been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu (RCA)
Added on 18/11/2015
Canadian Army Aviation Memories: View Content
This item has been posted on the AATTS (CJATC) section of the site.
Written by LCol John Dicker (RCCS)
Added on 15/11/2015
1000 Hour Mug – Order of the Griffin: View Content
Is there anyone out there who still has a 1000 Hour Mug and/or the certificate that accompanied it?
Please post your response on the Site's Blog.
In December, 1958, I was attending the Long location Course in Shilo, Manitoba. I did my continuation flying at 2AirOP flight,
Shilo. On Saturday, December 30th, 1958, I went flying with Doug McMillan and took the opportunity to fly over the Shilo ranges
to do a bit of crater analysis. On our return to the hangar, and to enter the flight in my logbook,
I realized I had just flown my one thousandth hour.
That is when Doug McMillan said I should be eligible for the Order of the Griffin and the 1000 Hour Mug.
I understand that the Order of the Griffin was originated by LtCol Buzz Borland, who was commanding CJATC.
The certificate that I received has been lost, but I still have the mug.
Contributed by BGen R.G. Heitshu
Added on 08/10/2015
Hello Niner Six Newsletter Archive: View Content
These items have been posted on the RCA section of the site.
Added on 08/10/2015
LAPC AATTS (CJATC) Canadian Joint Air Training Centre, Army Aviation Tactical Training School Images: View Content
This item has been posted on the AATTS (CJATC) section of the site.
Researched and compiled by LCol John Dicker with the assistance of BGen Joe Oakley.
Added on 07/10/2015
Related Links Section: View Content
Added on 04/10/2015
1 Air OP Flight Group Photos: View Content
*Assistance would be welcome in identifying personnel in these photographs.
1 Air OP Flight Videos: View Content
These items have been posted on the RCA section of the site.
