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Read MoreYear: 2010
408 THS honoured by Alberta artist
From 1 wing Newsroom 408 THS honoured by Alberta artist Dec. 9, 2010 LCol Jeff Smyth receives the original sketch of “Right Gun, Ready” from artist Robert Bailey during a medals and awards parade held at the Edmonton-based Squadron’s hangar on October 28. Credit: MCpl Pat Wilkins. By A/SLt Noelani Shore It doesn’t take deploying overseas to do your part in honouring Canada and the Canadian Forces, as one Alberta artist has spent a lifetime proving through his work. “I have great admiration for all Canadian Forces, especially those who…
Read MoreWelcome to the 408 “Goose” Squadron Association website The 408 “Goose” Squadron is an Association of retired and serving members of 408 Squadron of the Canadian Forces. The Squadron has a long history and celebrated its 69th anniversary of active service in 2010. There have been 14 different aircraft types on its strength. The Squadron currently operates and maintains CH-146 helicopters and has had everything from Hamden and Lancaster Bombers to Griffon helicopters
Read More“Bishop” Trophy awarded to Canadian Helicopter Force for achievements in Afghanistan
Oct. 23, 2009 – Air Force Articles “Bishop” Trophy awarded to Canadian Helicopter Force for achievements in Afghanistan The Commander 1 Wing Kingston, Colonel Christopher Coates, accepted the Air Marshal W.A. Bishop VC Memorial Trophy on behalf of the Canadian Helicopter Force, Afghanistan… » Read More
Read MoreGetting 408 Squadron’s Griffons to Op Cadence
July 22, 2010 – Air Force Articles Getting 408 Squadron’s Griffons to Op Cadence “There’s a lot of effort and coordination that goes into getting three helicopters out the door,” said Captain Paul Kim, 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron’s (THS) support flight commander… » Read More
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