June 15-16, 2013
Saturday and Sunday

Gates Open at 8 am
Flying Show: 1-4 pm (approx)

Father’s Day Weekend
The 2013 Hamilton Air Show is Father’s Day Weekend. Dads will love spending time with their family as they enjoy a fun filled and exciting aviation event and air show. There are many activities for everyone, and the air show will be a thrilling and exciting time for the entire family.

John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport
The Hamilton Air Show is held at the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport. The Hamilton Airport is also home to the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM). The Hamilton Air Show is presented by the Hamilton International Airport and the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum.

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
CWHM is Canada’s Flying Museum, and it’s home to many incredible Warbirds and Vintage Aircraft.

Over 40 Vintage Aircraft
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum has a collection of over 40 aircraft that have been meticulously restored and maintained. Many of these priceless aircraft are still being flown today, and some are extremely rare.

Over 40 Years
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum moved into a hangar at the Hamilton Airport back in 1972. CWHM celebrated 40 years of heritage flying in 2012, and the museum has made a great and valuable contribution to maintaining aviation history in Canada.

CWHM Hamilton
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum maintains a large 108,000 square foot premises at the Hamilton Airport. CWHM’s modern delta wing shaped building is home to the more than 40 vintage aircraft they have acquired and restored. Visitors are encouraged to visit CWHM year round to view the many static and flying aircraft that make up their rare collection of warbirds and vintage aircraft. CWHM keeps alive the vibrant and nostalgic history of these vintage aircraft that span many decades of aviation history.

Many of the CWHM aircraft are over 70 years old. The Hamilton Air Show is a wonderful and exciting opportunity for everyone to enjoy both the static display and Flying Demonstration of many rare and vintage warplanes. In addition to the CWHM collection of aircraft, the Air Show will feature many other aircraft and flying performances.

Matt Younkin’s Aerobatics Beech 18

Matt Younkin and his 70 Year Old Beech 18 Transport. Aerobatics like you have never seen!

Beech 18 Aerobatics
One of the highlights of the Hamilton Air Show will be Matt Younkin performing low level aerobatics in his 70 year old Twin Beech 18 Transport category aircraft.  Matt Younkin’s first Canadian Air Show Performance was at Hamilton in 2012, and Matt is back by popular demand! Watch this Video of Matt Younkin’s Aerobatic Beech 18 Performance at the 2012 Hamilton Air Show for an idea of how awesome Matt’s performance will be! You do not want to miss Matt Younkin and his Aerobatic Beech 18.

The Avro Lancaster
CWHM is proud to own and fly one of only two remaining Avro Lancaster aircraft (worldwide) that are still flying today. The Avro Lancaster MK-X Heavy Bomber is the showpiece of the CWHM collection of rare vintage aircraft, and the ‘Lanc’ will be on display and flying at the Hamilton Air Show again this year.

Most Famous Allied Bomber
The Avro Lancaster is considered to be the most famous Allied Bomber of the Second World War. The Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum Lancaster was built in 1945, and this Allied Bomber has a service ceiling of over 25,000 feet, and range of over 2,500 miles.

Heavy Bomber
The Lancaster is a Heavy Bomber with the capability of carrying a payload of up to 22,000 pounds of bombs. The Lancaster has a maximum speed of 275 m.p.h., and a cruising speed of 210 m.p.h.

Four Engine Lancaster
The opportunity to see one of the last two flying Lancaster aircraft in the world, makes the Hamilton Air Show a must see for anyone who appreciates aviation. You don’t want to miss witnessing this rare aircraft as it lumbers down the runway, and then roars into the air under the power of the four huge Packard Merlin engines.

Warbirds Warbirds Warbirds
The Hamilton Air Show is a favourite for those who love Warbirds. With the Warbirds from the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, and the additional Warbirds from other organizations, you are certain to see a large collection of historic, vintage Warbirds at the show.

Kid’s Zone
The Hamilton Air Show will include a family fun Kid’s Zone. Bring the entire family to the show for a great event and a wonderful family day. Everyone will be thrilled by the air show and the other activities and exhibits will make for a great day.

Static and Flying Aircraft
The Hamilton Air Show will feature both Static and Flying aircraft. There will be approximately 30 static aircraft on display, in addition to the many flying aircraft performing during the air show.

Hamilton Air Show Lineup *

Performers, aircraft, performances and static displays are all subject to change based on weather, serviceability and operational commitments.

Canadian Forces

• Canadian Forces Snowbirds
• Canadian Forces CF-18 Demonstration Team

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM)

• Avro Lancaster Mk X
• North American B-25J Mitchell Bomber
• Fairey Firefly Mk. V
• Westland Lysander Mk. III
• North American Harvard Mk. IV
• Consolidated PBY-5A Canso
• Beechcraft Expeditor (Beech 18)
• Douglas Dakota (DC-3 / C-47)
• Fleet Fort
• Boeing Stearman
• de Havilland Chipmunk
• Fleet Fairchild Cornell
• de Havilland Tiger Moth

Military Aviation Museum

• de Havilland Mosquito “Wooden Wonder”
• Hawker Hurricane
• Supermarine Spitfire
• Douglas AD-4 SkyRaider
• Focke-Wulf (FlugWerk) FW190
• Me 262 “Schwalbe” (Swallow)

Vintage Wings

• Goodyear FG-1D Corsair
• Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVI
• Hawker Hurricane Mk. IV
• Canadair Sabre – RCAF Golden Hawks F-86 Sabre (Discovery Air “Hawk One”)
• Curtiss P-40N Kittyhawk
• North American P-51D Mustang
• Westland Lysander Mk. IIIA

Matt Younkin – Youkin Air

• Matt Younkin and his Beech 18 – The Elephant Waltz Dirty Pass

Pete McLeod Racing

• Red Bull Air Race Pilot Pete McLeod and his Edge 540

Harvards

• Canadian Harvard Aerobatic Team

Cam Harrod

• Cam Harrod and his Fleet Finch Model 16 (Biplane)

The Great War Flying Museum (Brampton)

• Fokker Dr.I (Triplane)
• Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter (Biplane)
• Royal Aircraft Factory SE5A (Biplane)
• Neuport 28 (Biplane)

World’s Only Flying Mosquito!
The first Canadian appearance of the de Havilland Mosquito “Wooden Wonder” will be for the Hamilton Air Show. This is a truly unique aviation event, as this is the World’s ONLY Flying Mosquito!

Historic Formation Flight
The Mosquito will perform a historic flight at the Hamilton Air Show as the Mosquito will be joined by the Avro Lancaster, two Spitfires and two Hurricanes for a special and unique formation flight. This will be a great tribute, and it will be a part of aviation history.

Special Aviation Event
In addition to the many aircraft performances, flying displays and Air Show, the Hamilton Air Show will include many static displays of aircraft and aviation products. You will want to come early, to walk the airport grounds and view the many unique aircraft on display. Chat with pilots, owners and aviation specialists. There will be pilots, crew and volunteers around many of the aircraft, and you can talk to other aviation enthusiasts and aviation professionals.

Mikey McBryan – Buffalo Airways
Television personality Mike McBryan of Ice Pilots NWT will be making a special guest appearance at the Hamilton Air Show. Mikey is General Manager of Buffalo Airways in Yellowknife NT, and Mikey is son of “Buffalo Joe” – Joe McBryan. Watch for Mikey’s guest appearance at the show.

* Static Aircraft Display
The Hamilton Air Show will include a Static Display of many unique and rare aircraft. These aircraft will be on display at the show on the airport field and around the airport ramps. Air Show guests may walk around the grounds to take pictures, and see these amazing aircraft up close.

Hamilton Air Show Static Displays:

• Paul Keppeler: Canadair T-33 Silver Star
• Peter Ramm: Lockheed 12
• Alf Beam: North American T-28 Trojan
• CWHM: Avro Anson
• CWHM: Canadair F-86 Sabre
• CWHM: North American Yale
• CWHM: de Havilland Buffalo
• CWHM: Cessna Crane
• CWHM: McDonnell Douglas CF-101 Voodoo
• CWHM: Canadair CT-114 Tutor
• CWHM: de Havilland Canada Chipmunk
• CWHM: Fleet Finch
• CWHM: Avro Canada CF-100 Canuck
• CWHM: de Havilland Vampire
• CWHM: Canadair CF-5 Freedom Fighter
• CWHM: Canadair CF-104 Starfighter
• CWHM: Boeing Stearman
• CWHM: Nanchang CJ-6
• CWHM: Canadair T-33 Silver Star
• CWHM: Bristol Bolingbroke
• CWHM: Grumman Avenger

Hamilton Air Show 2013
Don’t miss this exciting and fun aviation event!

June 15-16, 2013
Saturday and Sunday
Father’s Day Weekend

John C. Munro International Airport
Gates open at 8 am
Flying displays begin around 1 pm

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM)
9280 Airport Road
Mount Hope
Ontario, Canada
L0R 1W0

Telephone: (905) 679-4183
Toll-Free: (877) 347-3359

www.HamiltonAirShow.com

* Please remember, all aircraft and acts are subject to change due to weather, operational duties, aircraft maintenance and unforeseen circumstances.

See you at the Hamilton Air Show!

Waterloo Airport
The 2013 Waterloo Air Show is being held on the weekend of June 1 & 2, 2013. Located at the Region of Waterloo International Airport, in Breslau, Ontario, the Waterloo Airshow is an amazing event for the entire family.

5th Annual Waterloo Air Show
This is the 5th Annual Waterloo Air Show (WAS), and it promises to be another great event for everyone. New for 2013, the WAS will also include the Canadian Aviation Expo. These two events will be hosted together, at one convenient location, for a combined, spectacular event for the entire family.

20th Annual Canadian Aviation Expo
The Canadian Aviation Expo is billed as Canada’s Premier Aviation Expo and Trade Show. 2013 marks the 20th Anniversary of the Canadian Aviation Expo, and it will be bigger and better than ever with the combined hosting of WAS and the Aviation Expo at the Waterloo Airport.

Family Fun from the Ground Up!
The Waterloo Air Show will include static aircraft on display, aviation exhibits, vendors, kids’ activities, rides and much more. There will be family fun, from the ground up! The event will be an incredible weekend of aviation. You can meet and talk with pilots, aircraft owners, aircraft builders, flight instructors and many aviation enthusiasts and professionals.

CF-18 Hornet Jet
The Canadian Forces CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team is always an Air Show crowd favourite. The roar of the CF-18 Jet engine is easily recognized as the Hornet pilot demonstrates the extreme capabilities of one of the most advanced fighter jets ever designed.

CF-18 Cockpit Video
Watch this ‘Behind the Scenes CF-18 Video Tour‘ for a preview of the high performance CF-18 demonstration you can expect again at this year’s Waterloo Air Show. The CF-18 Hornet pilot will perform amazing aerobatics as he executes High-G manoeuvres right before your eyes. The 2013 CF-18 Hornet Demo Team pilot is Captain Patrick “Flocho” Pollen.

Dirty Roll Take-Off
Don’t miss the insane, ‘Dirty Roll Take-Off’ as the CF-18 Hornet pilot performs a low level roll just seconds after lifting off from the runway. The gear of the aircraft are still extended, as the CF-18 Hornet rolls upside down just feet above the ground. This signature CF-18 Hornet Demo Team manoeuvre demonstrates the incredible performance capabilities of both the Jet and the highly skilled pilot.

CF-18 Hornet Tour: Pilot Interview and HD Cockpit Video

The CF-18 Hornet Performance at the 2012 Waterloo Air Show. Don’t miss the 2013 WAS Air Show!

CF-18 Paint Scheme – The Common Thread
Every year, the CF-18 Hornet Demo Jet features a new custom paint theme, created by Design Director Jim Belliveau. The 2013 theme is ‘The Common Thread’.  Canada is fortunate to have a rich diversity, and the 2013 CF-18 demo team celebrates “The Common Thread” that ties Canadians of diverse backgrounds together.

JAM T-33 “Mako Shark”
The Jet Aircraft Museum (JAM) T-33 577 “Mako Shark” is another Jet you will see at the WAS with an incredible paint scheme. The T-33 Silver Star Jet Trainer was painted as the “Mako Shark”, and this Jet is a favourite for everyone.

The kids will love seeing the “Mako Shark” performing at the Waterloo Air Show. The “Mako Shark” even has it’s own theme song as it performs. The crowds are energized as they hear the “Shark Theme” music in anticipation of seeing the “Mako Shark” overhead in the skies.

Everything Aviation
The combined Waterloo Air Show and Canadian Aviation Expo will be a great opportunity for you to experience and see Everything Aviation! There will be jets, gliders, aerobatic aircraft, transport aircraft, general aviation aircraft, corporate jets, war planes, new aircraft, vintage aircraft, helicopters and even kit planes on display or flying. You can browse aviation products, talk to flight instructors about learning to fly, and even book a scenic flight.

Wayne Hadath F1 Rocket
Waterloo area resident, Wayne Hadath, will be at the Waterloo Air Show, performing with his Homebuilt F1 Rocket Sport Wing Racing Aircraft. It’s hard to believe, but Wayne built this record setting, fast airplane – himself!

Homebuilt Airplane
Yes, the F1 Rocket is a homebuilt aircraft that has set several speed records and it flies at nearly 250 mph. The two seat, tandem, aircraft is painted in a custom black and white paint scheme that makes it easily recognizable.

Little Bit
Wayne calls his F1 Rocket “Little Bit”, and you will see this single engine, propeller aircraft at the Waterloo Air Show. Wayne is a friendly guy, and he would be happy to talk to anyone about the fun, challenges and rewards of building a homebuilt aircraft.

Amazing Air Show
The Waterloo Air Show is always an amazing air show. The runway and taxiways are relatively close to the crowd line, and this gives the audience a close-up view of the performing aircraft as they taxi to the runway and take-off. The air show performances are always great, and the many static aircraft make this a great aviation event. The addition of the Canadian Aviation Expo makes for an truly special and fantastic event this year.

Canadian Forces Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are a feature event at the Waterloo Air Show. The Snowbirds are a precision, aerobatic, formation flying team. They are an iconic symbol of Canada, and they proudly represent Canada, the Canadian Forces, and the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). The spectacular and daring performance of the Snowbirds will be one of the highlights of the WAS.

Nine Tutor Jets
Nine Tutor Jets fly in formation above the crowds, with only a few feet separating the jets. Watch this ‘Behind the Scenes Snowbirds Video Tour‘ for a Cockpit preview of the exciting Snowbirds performance you can expect this year at the WAS. The Snowbirds Jets generate smoke trails, and you can see the nine lines of smoke trailing behind the jets during the formation flying performance. The Snowbirds are an inspiration to many young aviation enthusiasts.

Air Show Performers *
There will be Air Show Performers (in the air), and also Static Aircraft on display during the event. Come early and walk around the static displays as you get up close and personal with the aircraft and pilots. Although the performers, aircraft and displays are subject to change (based on weather, flight conditions, aircraft maintenance, etc.), here’s a list of some of the performers and aircraft scheduled to be at the WAS and Canadian Aviation Expo.

In the Air Performers

• Canadian Forces Snowbirds
• Canadian Forces CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team
• Jet Aircraft Museum (JAM) T-33 “Mako Shark”
• Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association (CHAA)
• Jane Wicker Wing Walker
• Kent Pietsch (Jelly Belly) Interstate Cadet
• Gord Price and the Yak 50
• Rick Volker – Sukhoi SU-26M
• Richard Cooper – Aero Vodochody L-29 Delfin Jet Trainer
• Wayne Hadath – Homebuilt F1 Rocket – Little Bit
• Smoke-N-Thunder Jet Show

Static Displays

• Canadian Forces C-130J Hercules Transport Plane
• Jet Aircraft Museum (JAM) DH-115 Vampire
• Fairchild C-123K – Thunder Pig
• Yankee Lady B17 Flying Fortress
• Yankee Warrior B25D Mitchell
• C-46 Curtiss Commando – Tinker Belle
• Russian MiG 15
• C-47 Douglas Gunship – Spooky
• Raytheon CT-156 HARVARD II
• BAE Systems CT-155 Hawk
• Grumman TBM Avenger – Ida Red
• BAC 167 Strikemaster
• C-47A Dakota “W7″
• Aero Vodochody L-29 Delfin Jet Trainer

C-130J Super Hercules
The Canadian Forces Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules Transport Plane will be one of the largest Static aircraft on display. You can’t miss the Herc, with it’s four huge engines, and the large loading ramp at the rear of the airplane.

The Hercules is often used by the Canadian Forces Parachute Team – The SkyHawks. The large transport area of the Herc, and the large ramp at the back are ideal for carrying troops, supplies and paratroopers. The Hercules is also used for in-flight refueling as fighter jets such as the CF-18 Hornet can take on additional fuel from the Herc while in flight.

Fantastic Event!
The Waterloo Air Show and Canadian Aviation Expo promises to be a fantastic event. You do not want to miss this great aviation weekend.

Parking
Parking is off-site at a charge of $5 per vehicle with shuttle service directly to and from the entrance gate. Please bring cash, as there will be no debit card service or bank machines in the parking fields. Come early to get a spot. There will be signs and volunteers to help guide you to the designated parking areas.

Come Early!
You don’t want to miss the Canadian Aviation Expo and Static display. Come early to walk through the expo and take pictures of the static aircraft on display.

Get up close to the aircraft, talk to pilots, and enjoy many of the family friendly activities. You will also want to arrive early to get a great spot on the viewing field for the Air Show performances.

Hours
10am – 5pm Daily
(Air Show Insiders, and Fly-In Pilots get in at 9am)

Air Show Performance Daily from 1pm – 4pm (approx)

Don’t Forget…
Remember to bring your camera, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats and water. It can be very sunny, and hot, and there is limited areas for shade.

Show Dates
Saturday June 1, 2013
Sunday June 2, 2013

#WAS2013
Don’t miss the 2013 Waterloo Air Show and Canadian Aviation Expo. It should be a spectacular event for the entire family!

Region of Waterloo International Airport
Waterloo (Breslau), Ontario, Canada

Tickets
Tickets to the Waterloo Air Show and Canadian Aviation Expo may be purchased online in advance, or at the gate on the day of the show.

For More Details, and to purchase Tickets online, Visit:
www.WaterlooAirShow.ca
www.CanadianAviationExpo.com

Follow @WaterlooAirShow on Twitter for updates!

* Please remember, all aircraft and acts are subject to change due to weather, operational duties, aircraft maintenance and unforeseen circumstances.

See you at the 2013 Waterloo Air Show and Canadian Aviation Expo!

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CF-18 Hornet Tour: Pilot Interview and HD Cockpit Video

Ride along in the cockpit with Canadian Forces CF-18 Hornet Captain – Patrick “Paco” Gobeil

CF-18 Hornet Demo Team
This exclusive CF-18 Video provides a rare “behind the scenes” look at the 2012 Waterloo Air Show. This popular YouTube video already has hundreds of thousands of views, thousands of “Likes” and hundreds of comments. Captain Patrick “Paco” Gobeil is awesome as he shares his experience in the cockpit for his first Air Show of the 2012 season when he performed at the Waterloo Air Show. The high energy performance is incredible to watch, and the pilot interview, cockpit tour and cockpit video make for an amazing ride. Who wouldn’t want to fly in a CF-18 Hornet Jet? (Read the full article)

Matt Younkin Beech 18 Cockpit Video – Aerobatics Air Show

Cockpit Video of Matt Younkin’s first Air Show performance in Canada

Matt Younkin and his Beech 18
Enjoy another exclusive video by LearnToFly.ca. This popular video features world renown stunt pilot Matt Younkin performing his very first air show in Canada. Matt performs amazing aerobatics in his 70 year old Beech 18 Twin at the 2012 Hamilton Air Show. The Beech 18 Twin Transport was never designed for the extreme flying that makes Matt famous. (Read the full article)

SNOWBIRDS – Learn to Fly a Snowbird Tutor Jet – Buzz the CN Tower

Buzz the CN Tower in Toronto as you ride along in the cockpit of a Snowbird Tutor Jet

Snowbirds – A Canadian Icon
The Snowbirds are recognized around the world as a Canadian Icon. This precision aerial performance team is a crowd favourite at Air Shows. This exclusive video gives you a complete pre-flight tour of the Snowbird Tutor Jet and an extensive pilot interview with Captain Brett “Oreo” Parker. Climb inside the cockpit with Captain Parker as he explains the instruments, and then takes you up for a flight around the Toronto Harbourfront including a few flybys of the CN Tower. (Read the full article)

Learn To Fly a CF-18 Hornet Jet

Enjoy your first lesson in the cockpit of a CF-18 Hornet Jet

Candain Forces CF-18 Hornet Jet
Captain Erick O’Connor of Canadian Forces 409 Squadron gives you an exclusive tour of the CF-18 Hornet Jet including a review of the essential cockpit instruments. Captain O’Connor shares his knowledge and expertise as he performs in Toronto, Canada before large crowds at the Toronto Harbourfront. Learn to fly a CF-18 Hornet Jet! (Read the full article)

Resident Evil Afterlife 3D Movie: Yak-52 Stunt Pilot Interview

Martin Mattes of Bandit Airshows shares his Yak-52 Movie Experience filming Resident Evil Afterlife 3D

Yak-52 and Martin Mattes
Pilot Martin Mattes and his red Yak-52 “starred” in Resident Evil Afterlife 3D Movie. Martin shares his experience as he talks about filming with Milla Jovovich (Alice) and Ali Larter (Claire Redfield) as they “flew around” in his vintage Yak-52. Martin loves Russian airplanes, and this is emphasized by the fact he owns both a Yak-52 and also an Aero Vodochody L-29 Delfin Jet. This exclusive video showcases the Russian Yak-52 and Martin Mattes. (Read the full article)

The SkyHawks Canadian Forces Parachute Team

Join The SkyHawks as they jump from a CASA C-212 Aircraft

A Day in the Life of The SkyHawks!
In this video, you Jump from a CASA C-212 Aircraft with The SkyHawks at the 2011 Waterloo Air Show. Corporal Johann Reimer of The SkyHawks Canadian Forces Parachute Team explains the equipment, and gives you a “behind the scenes” look at what it’s like to jump from thousands of feet in the air. (Read the full article)

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Louis Rousseau
Congratulations to Louis Rousseau who was recognized as a Finalist in the 2012 Webster Memorial Trophy Competition. Louis represented the Quebec Region as he competed as a Regional Finalist in the annual Webster Trophy Competition.

Cargair Ltée
Louis trained at Cargair Ltée in St-Hubert, Quebec where he earned his Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and Night Rating. Cargair Ltée launched in 1961, and they provide Fight Training from their two Flight Training Bases, located in St-Hubert Quebec and in Mascouche Quebec. Cargair has a large fleet of Cessna and Piper aircraft, and they provide many types of training including Advanced Flight Training.

Born in France
Pilot Louis Rousseau is French Canadian, and he was born in France. At the age of 11, Louis read the book Terre des hommes by the famous French pilot, poet and pioneer in aviation, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. This book inspired Louis Rousseau to become a pilot, and from age 11, Louis knew he would earn his wings. His first flight was at the Aeroclub Bastia Saint Exupéry in Corsica.

Top 10 Pilot Tips
Regional Finalists in the Webster Memorial Trophy Competition are invited to share their Top 10 Pilot Tips.

These Top Pilots have Top Tips to help student pilots and seasoned pilots to strive for their best.

The Regional Finalists in the Webster Trophy Competition were recognized for their aviation knowledge, skills, professionalism and attitude.

Learn from the Best
Learn from Canada’s Top Amateur Pilot Finalists as they share their knowledge and pilot tips. Louis Rousseau shared his Top Tips with LearnToFly.ca, and he hopes you will enjoy his top tips as you pursue your dreams in aviation.

Louis Rousseau’s Top 10 Pilot Tips

1. Be Prepared – Preparation is key.
2. For every flight, you should be just as prepared as if you were taking your flight test.
3. Stay Professional at all times.
4. Don’t forget to fly the aircraft – in all your flying exercises – Aviate first.
5. Be Confident – and always stay Vigilant.
6. Get to Know the limits of your aircraft – try executing a Chandelle (180 Degree Climbing Turn) with your fight instructor.
7. Share your experiences with other pilots.
8. During navigation, always consider your ground track and correct for the wind.
9. For your Cross Country Flight – be Organized.
10. Enjoy Every Moment! You are already lucky to fly!

Louis Rousseau – Pilot
Louis concludes his Top Pilot Tips with a reminder to Enjoy Every Moment!

It’s important for student pilots and pilots to remember the joy of flying, and to appreciate the thrill and excitement of learning to fly.

Speed and Altitude
Louis also stresses the importance for every good pilot to always watch their altitude and speed (velocity). During every flight maneuvre, exercise and phase of flight, the pilot must monitor their attitude, altitude and speed to maintain safe control of the aircraft.

What Makes a Great Pilot?
Louis believes a pilot must be patient and determined at all times. Flying is the “School of Patience” according to Louis. As you are learning to fly, work hard, and be patient and determined. A good aviator is always well prepared, professional and organized.

And remember, always have fun!

Congratulations Louis Rousseau
Congratulations to Louis Rousseau for being recognized as a Regional Finalist representing Quebec in the 2012 Webster Memorial Trophy Competition.

Keep us the great work Louis, and thanks for sharing your Top 10 Pilot Tips!

Women Of Aviation Worldwide Week
In celebration of Women Of Aviation Worldwide Week 2013, the Region of Waterloo International Airport (C-YKF) and the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre (WWFC) are hosting the YKF Fly It Forward with Flare Event.

March 8-9, 2013
The annual Women Of Aviation Worldwide Week is held every March, and WOAW Week 2013 is March 4-10, 2013. During this week long event, the Region of Waterloo Airport hopes to become the Most Female Friendly Airport in the World! The WOAW Week celebrations include the Waterloo Airport Fly It Forward with Flare event scheduled for Friday and Saturday – March 8-9, 2013.

C-YKF Fly It Forward with Flare – Waterloo
The Fly It Forward with Flare Event is a great opportunity for girls and women to discover and experience aviation first hand and to learn about the many Career Opportunities available to women in aviation.

Download the YKF Event Flyer
The Waterloo C-YKF Fly It Forward with Flare Event Flyer provides you with a schedule and complete registration details. Girls and Women of all ages are encouraged to attend, and the event will be hosted at the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre located at the Region of Waterloo International Airport in Breslau, Ontario.

Fly It Forward with Flare – Event Schedule

Friday March 8, 2013
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

• Women in Aviation Talk Show: Hosted by Jacquie Perrin (Canadian Journalist and Aviator)

Saturday March 9, 2013
9:00 am – 4:00 pm

• Aviation Career Expo
• Free Fun Flights – Free flights for girls and women who have never been in a small airplane before!
• Smiles, Fun, Aviation and Education – All Day!

Women Of Aviation Worldwide Week
The Institute for Women Of Aviation Worldwide (iWOAW) organizes the week long celebration every March to promote awareness about Women in Aviation, and to encourage girls and women to pursue a rewarding and promising career in Aviation. Females are encouraged to discover the Joy of Flight, and to Earn their Wings.

Flight Training
The Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre (WWFC) has been providing Flight Training for over 80 years, and they are proud to support the Women Of Aviation Worldwide Week by hosting the Fly It Forward with Flare Event. WWFC is the host venue, and their Flight Instructors will be providing many of the free flights to girls and women during the event.

WWFC has a large fleet of training aircraft, and many of these will be used to give women their first experience of flying in a small aircraft.

Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre
Discover Aviation at this WWFC hosted event, and take a tour of the Flight Centre at the Waterloo Airport. This is a great opportunity to discuss a future in aviation and to learn more about aviation career opportunities.

Calling All Girls and Women!
Hundreds of girls and women have already registered for the YKF Fly It Forward with Flare Event, and you are invited to join the fun. Bring your friends and share the day with others who may be interested in pursuing a career in aviation. You can meet with flight instructors and aviation professionals to discuss the potential opportunities available to Women in Aviation.

Orientation
When you arrive for the event, you will check in at the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre. Those taking a free flight will enjoy 10 to 15 minutes of flying over Guelph or Cambridge, and you will find out what it is like to be a pilot. Your experience will include a safety briefing and an introduction to the aircraft including a brief description of the cockpit, instruments and controls.

The Institute for Women Of Aviation Worldwide (iWOAW) organizes events that are proudly supported by many sponsors.

Event Sponsors
This YKF Women and Aviation Event is sponsored by:

• Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre
• Region of Waterloo International Airport – CYKF
• Great Lakes Helicopter
• NAV CANADA
• Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA)

March 8 and 9, 2013

Region of Waterloo International Airport
4881 Fountain Street North
Breslau, Ontario, Canada
N0B 1M0

Register Today!
Register Today for the YKF Fly It Forward with Flare Event.

Online Registration:
www.WWFC.ca/participants.html

Discover Aviation, and help make the Region of Waterloo Airport the Most Female Friendly Airport in the World!

Aviation Success Stories
The Webster Memorial Trophy Competition is an Annual event where the Top Amateur Pilot in Canada is selected. Started in 1932, the competition is in memory of the late John C. Webster who tragically died in an aerobatic flying accident in 1931.

The Webster Trophy Competition is a great opportunity for amateur pilots to showcase their piloting skills and knowledge. Many aviation employers recognize the great achievement of being named as a Webster Finalist, and it is especially rewarding to be recognized as Canada’s Top Amateur Pilot or runner-up.

Aviation Career
For Webster Finalists wishing to pursue a career in Aviation, their success in the competition helps them to stand out and be recognized for potential positions with aviation employers. A Webster Trophy Competition Finalist has a great head-start in pursuing a career in aviation, and the finalists also have a excellent opportunity for networking and fostering contacts in the aviation community.

2007 – 2012 Finalists
The Webster Trophy Competition administrators followed up with Webster Finalists from past years to track their aviation careers and achievements. Webster Finalists, spanning 2007 – 2012, were asked about their accomplishments since participating in the Webster Competition. Their stories help to highlight the calibre of these pilots and emphasize the unlimited potential for achieving success in the rewarding field of aviation.

2007 Webster Finalists

Andrew Midcalf
Andrew, a Brampton Flight Centre graduate, was the winner of the 2007 Webster Trophy Competition. Andrew is currently a First Officer with Chartright Air, flying a Gulfstream G150 Jet. Chartright Air is a Private Jet Charter company based out of Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson International Airport with locations across Canada. Andrew flies with Chartright throughout North America with occasional flights to Mexico and the Caribbean. Prior to flying the Gulfstream G150, Andrew was type rated in a Cessna Citation C510 Mustang Jet. Andrew previously worked as a Class II Flight Instructor at the Brampton Flight Centre.

Lisa Klassen
Lisa works as a Primary Flight Instructor at Allied Wings in Southport, Manitoba. Lisa helps provide training to Canadian Military Pilots as part of the Canada Wings Military Flight Training program. Lisa is also the Contractor Flight Safety Officer for Allied Wings. In addition, Lisa has also earned several ratings including her Float Plane Rating, Class 3 Instructor Rating, and Class II Aerobatic Instructor Rating.

Dave Mountain
Dave is a Captain for Execaire Aviation, based out of the Spanish Canary Islands, located off the West coast of Africa. Dave pilots the Cessna Citation Ultra Jet, and he flies throughout Africa and Europe. He loves his career, and he has flown into 17 different countries in the past 18 months, and his flights include oceanic crossings.

Alex Cameron
Alex is a Captain for Thunder Airlines of Timmins, Ontario. Alex flies the King Air 100 throughout Northern Ontario, and in particular he flies to the James Bay Coast. Alex’s duties include flying scheduled passenger flights, cargo flights and charter flights. Alex has been with Thunder Airlines for over 2 years, and before that he was a Flight Instructor at the Ottawa Flying Club.

Dave Blackman
Dave is a Captain for Voyageur Airways of North Bay, Ontario. Dave flies the Bombardier Dash 8 as a United Nations Charter Pilot contractor for Voyageur Airways, and he has flown several UN Missions into African Countries such as Sudan, Uganda, Congo and Somalia. Dave loves his aviation career.

2008 Webster Finalists

Sandeep Nagpal
Sandeep was the 2008 Webster Trophy Winner, and he is also a graduate of the Brampton Flight Centre. Sandeep is a First Officer for Air Georgian flying out of Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson International Airport. Sandeep holds an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) rating, and he is also a Class 3 Flight Instructor. Sandeep pilots a Beechcraft (Beech) 1900 Twin. with  Air Georgian.

Mark Psutka
Mark is a First Officer with the Saskatchewan Air Ambulance Service, and he pilots the King Air 200 with a Proline 21 Glass Cockpit.

Jason Gregg
Jason is a Captain flying the Beech 1900 Twin for SkyLink Express. He holds an ATPL Rating and also a Class 2 Flight Instructor Rating.

2009 Webster Finalists

Cory Raby
Cory was the 2009 Webster Trophy Competition Winner, and he is a First Officer with Bearskin Airlines. Cory is currently working on earning his ATPL.

Kevin Dhaliwal
Kevin was the 2009 Webster Trophy Runner-Up, and he works for Coastal Pacific Aviation in Abbotsford, British Columbia. He is a Class 2 Flight Instructor.

John Painter
John is a Medevac Pilot with SkyNorth Air, and he flies the Mitsubishi MU-2 and the King Air as a First Officer.

Aaron Lehman
Aaron is a Captain for SkyCare Air Ambulance in Sioux Lookout, Ontario. Aaron flies a Piper Navajo and a Metro II as a Charter Pilot and also a Medevac Pilot and he flies throughout Ontario and Manitoba. Aaron also has his Float Plane endorsement, and he flew both a Cessna 185 and a Beaver Float Plane.

Nicholas Sneider
Nicholas is Lead Pilot at Briggs Trucking and Equipment Ltd. in Alberta, Canada. At the same time, he is also working on completing his Bachelor of Commerce Degree (B.Com.) at the University of Alberta.

Phiroze Contractor
Phiroze is a First Officer with Jet Airways, an Indian based airline. Phiroze pilots the Boeing 737-700/800/900 aircraft, and he has  accumulated approximately 1,000 hours of flight time on the Boeing Jet.

Thomas Clark
Thomas is a Co-Pilot for SkyJet of Quebec, and he flies the King Air 200. Thomas has a Commercial Pilot Licence with Multi-IFR Rating and his Class 4 Flight Instructor Rating.

2010 Webster Finalists

Cameron MacLean
2010 Webster Trophy Competition Runner-Up, Cameron MacLean, is a Co-Pilot on the Twin Otter flying in La Ronge, Northern Saskatchewan. Cameron flies the Twin Otter on wheels, floats and skis, and he loves every minute of it!

Cody Neill
Pilot Cody Neill loves to fly float planes including the Piper PA-22 and the Cessna 185. Cody has flown for Kenora, Ontario based Fly-In Fishing service Canada Outfitters. This upcoming season, he plans to fly for Nester Falls Fly-In Fishing service where he will continue to transport fisherman to remote outposts via the air.

2011 Webster Finalists

Kevin Aalders
The 2011 Webster Trophy Competition winner was pilot Kevin Aalders. Kevin is currently a Class 4 Flight Instructor at Centennial Flight Centre, as he pursues his Class 3 Instructor Rating. Kevin accumulated approximately 400 hours of flight time in his first six months as a Flight Instructor.

Matthew Duplan
Pilot Matthew Duplan has earned his Group 1 Multi-IFR rating. He is completing the final term of his Geography and Aviation Degree as part of the joint University of Waterloo and Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre Program. After graduating, he hopes to fly in Northern Ontario as part of his aviation career.

Oliver Darroch
Oliver trained at Spectrum Airways, and he has completed his Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL). During the cold Canadian winter, he has escaped to Australia where he has been teaching sailing and enjoying the warm Australian summer climate.

Joshua Shea
Joshua has been working at the Ottawa Flying Club as a Class 3 Flight Instructor. He has already accumulated over 500 hours of flight time, and he is currently working towards his Group 1 Multi Engine IFR Rating.

2012 Webster Finalists

Andrew Woods
Pilot Andrew Woods was the 2012 Webster Trophy Winner, picked from the talented group of 2012 Webster Finalists. Andrew is currently finishing his final semester at Confederation College, and he will graduate in April. Andrew has completed his Multi Engine Rating and Commercial, and he plans on becoming a Flight Instructor when he graduates.

Peter Heron
Peter is currently a dispatcher at Kenn Borek Air, and he is training to become a First Officer with plans to fly in a Twin Otter or King Air 200.

Andrea Marrocco
Andrea is working at the Ottawa Flying Club as a Class 4 Flight Instructor. She currently also teaches some Ground School classes, and she is working on her Multi Initial Rating.

Robert Forrest
Pilot Robert Forrest is completing his final year at Greenwood Flight Centre in Nova Scotia. He hopes to earn is Commercial and Multi-IFR by summer of 2013.

Shane Lanouette
Shane has been working at Air Canada as he completes his Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL). His plans are to fly for a local Commuter Airline or as a pilot for a Sky Diving company.

Webster Trophy Success Stories!
As you can see, many of the Webster Memorial Trophy Competition finalists from past years have already made great accomplishments in their aviation careers. The Webster Trophy Competition is a great confidence builder for finalists, and the opportunity for networking and building of lasting friendships and contacts is amazing.

Aviation Career Advantage
If your are looking for every advantage in pursuing a career in aviation, be certain to enter the annual Webster Memorial Trophy Competition.  Even as a Runner-Up or Finalist, it’s a great way to be recognized in the aviation world. And,… Who knows? You may be Canada’s next Top Amateur Pilot!

Prepare to Succeed!
Don’t miss the 2013 Canadian Women in Aviation (CWIA) Conference being held at the Novotel Toronto Mississauga Centre, Ontario.

12th Biennial CWIA Conference
The CWIA Conference is held every two years, and this is the 12th Biennial Conference. Every two years, women come together representing all areas of aviation to celebrate, promote and expand the accomplishments and achievements of Women in Aviation. The CWIA Conference will include women signifying all aspects of aviation including aviators, experts, specialists, leaders, industry representatives, general aviation pilots, and role models in Canadian Aviation.

Only 5%
Many may not realize, that traditionally, women have comprised less than 5% of Canada’s aviation workforce. This startling fact emphasizes the need for industry awareness to promote and encourage more women to join the rewarding and exciting field of aviation as a promising and fulfilling career.

Reach Your Aviation Goals
The 2013 CWIA Conference will provide key resources to help give women the tools and contacts they need to assist them in achieving their professional career aspirations in aviation. The planned speakers and aviation role models will help to inspire, motivate, educate and entertain the conference participants. Women in aviation, and women aspiring to be in aviation will be provided with a great opportunity to network with other women who have already made great accomplishments and hold vital roles in the aviation industry.

Toronto (Mississauga) Ontario
The CWIA Conference has been held in many different cities, and you can see the participants from the London, Ontario 2003 CWIA Conference proudly standing for Canadian Women in Aviation. The 2013 CWIA conference is conveniently held at the Novotel Toronto Mississauga Centre.

Networking Opportunity
The Canadian Women in Aviation Conference was originally developed to provide women in aviation a great network of support as they pursue their ambitions and goals in aviation. It’s a great opportunity for valuable networking with aviation professionals. The many networking opportunities during social activities and aviation tours provide for a wonderful opportunity to create new friendships in aviation, and renew existing friendships.

Download the CWIA 2013 Conference Announcement
Canadian Women In Aviation Conference Toronto June 2013

Be Inspired!
Meet with women pioneers in aviation at the CWIA Conference, and listen to their incredible stories. You’ll be inspired to work hard and accomplish your dreams and goals in pursuit of your aviation career. Conference participants will enjoy and benefit from key note speakers and panel discussions. Enhance your aviation knowledge and be prepared to pursue your dreams. Learn from others who have already proven their success in aviation and can help you achieve your goals.

Women Aviators
Women Aviatiors have always inspired other women to pursue their dreams. Some world renown women aviators who have been incredible role models to women everywhere include Amelia Earhart, Melissa Pemberton, and three-time U.S. National Aerobatic Champion Patty Wagstaff. Celebrate and acknowledge the many successes of women in aviation.

CWIA Conference
The Canadian Women In Aviation Conference is a friendly environment where you can meet and be inspired by women who have made it to the top of their careers in aviation. These successful women are eager to share their exciting stories and amazing accomplishments with other women who are thinking about aviation as a career, or who have already started on their career journey.

The CWIA Conference will conclude with a Gala Dinner at the event.

Civilian and Military
The CWIA Conference will feature women from both the Civilian and Military sectors of aviation and industry. Careers in Canadian Aviation are very diverse and this is a wonderful opportunity to find out more from experienced and successful women from different sectors that may interest you.

Young women are encouraged to pursue an exciting career in aviation and related fields. This conference will help you establish contacts and get access to potential key individuals who can help you in achieving your goals.

CWIA Participants will represent many facets of Aviation. Join other participants who will have backgrounds from many areas of Civilian and Military aviation.

CWIA Participants Representing:

• Canadian Forces
• NAV Canada
• Transport Canada
• General Aviation
• Airlines
• Manufacturers
• Airport Operators
• Flying Clubs
• Flight Schools
• Transportation Safety Board
• and more…

CWIA Conference 2013
Don’t miss the Canadian Women in Aviation Conference for 2013.

June 19 – 22, 2013

Novotel Toronto Mississauga Centre

Conference Website
Please visit the CWIA 2013 Conference Website.

The Snowbirds!
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are a Canadian Icon known worldwide. LearnToFly.ca Editors, Greg and Geoff McKay, spent the day with the Snowbirds so we can bring you this Behind-the-Scenes report and Exclusive Snowbirds Video. The Snowbirds proudly represent Canada, the Canadian Forces, and the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).

Snowbird 5 Jet Tour
Take a tour of the Snowbird Tutor Jet with Captain Brett “Oreo” Parker of Canadian Forces 431 Air Demonstration Squadron. Captain Parker pilots Snowbird 5, Second Line Astern. Captain Parker begins by providing LearnToFly.ca with a detailed tour of the Snowbirds as he performs a CT-114 Tutor Jet Intro and Pre-Flight Walk-Around Inspection. Captain Parker explains and highlights the many features, characteristics and components of the Canadair Tutor Jet.

Snowbird Pilot Interview and Cockpit Lesson
The walk-around and pre-flight inspection and demonstration of the Snowbird Jet is followed up with a Cockpit introductory lesson providing a complete overview of the Tutor Jet Cockpit. The Primary Flight Instruments are all identified, and Captain Parker briefs us on the appropriate aircraft approach speeds and take-off and landing configurations.

Exclusive Video: SNOWBIRDS – Learn to Fly a Snowbird Tutor Jet – Buzz the CN Tower

Snowbirds Aerobatics Air Show Performance over Toronto Harbourfront, Canada

Exclusive HD Cockpit Video
Follow along with Captain Parker as he and the entire Snowbirds Team take-off from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to perform an aerobatics formation flying demonstration over Toronto and the Toronto Harbourfront. Buzz the CN Tower with the Snowbirds team, and experience what it’s like to fly in Tight Formation during an Aerobatics Air Show Performance!

Canadian Forces 431 Air Demonstration Squadron
The Snowbirds are a Canadian Military Formation Aerobatics Team originally known as the Canadian Forces Air Demonstration Team. Formed in 1971, the Snowbirds are now known as the Canadian Forces 431 Air Demonstration Squadron operated from Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.

Red, White and Blue
The Snowbirds are easily recognized by their distinctive Red, White and Blue paint scheme. The Blue “Snowbirds” signature line with accompanying blue stripe separates the primarily white top side of the Tutor Jet from the red bottom side of the aircraft. The red bottom of the Snowbird Jet also includes the large white silhouette of the Snowbird Jet Logo prominently emblazoned for everyone to see as they fly overhead.

Nine Snowbird Jet Formation
The Rudder of each jet includes the large identifying number for each of the eleven Snowbird Jets on the team. There are nine Tutor Jets for aerobatic performances and two spare Tutor Jets that fly with the team as they travel.

Aerobatic Manoeuvres
The Snowbirds Air Show performances include full-up aerobatics including formation flying during loops, rolls, inverted flight, and clovers. Some of their signature manoeuvres include the Canada Burst, the Downward Bomb Burst, and solo head-on crosses.

Snowbirds Photo Gallery
The Snowbirds Team, Pilots, Air Show Performances, and Snowbird Jets are all showcased in our Snowbirds Photo Gallery. Take a closer look at the Canadair CT-114 Tutor Jet and cockpit. Browse the Snowbirds Photo Gallery for exclusive, close-up pictures of the cockpit and aircraft.

Thumb Up if you Like the Snowbirds
The Snowbirds are the highlight of most air shows, and they are usually the Grand Finale for an Air Show. The Snowbirds are loved by everyone, and a highly anticipated finish for the show. Anticipation builds, and everyone gets excited as the Snowbirds are about to perform. Feel free to comment and share the Snowbirds Video, and “Thumb Up” (Like) the video, article and photos if you love the Snowbirds!

Canadair CT-114 Tutor
The Snowbird Tutor Jet is a two seat, jet-powered aircraft introduced in the early 1960′s. Built by Canadair, the Tutor Jet is commonly known as the CT-114 Tutor. (Canadair Model Number CL-41, or CL-41A) With a max gross take-off weight of 9,000 lbs, the Tutor Jet performs very well as a trainer. It has a service ceiling of 41,000 feet and a max speed of 412 knots. Typical cruise speed would be about 310 knots, and the Tutor Jet has a range of approximately 580 nautical miles.

Tutor Jet Cockpit
The Snowbird Tutor Jet Cockpit is awesome. The cockpit uses the standard “Steam Gauges” that were typical when the jet was designed and built over 50 years ago. Unlike the newer “Glass Cockpits”, the Tutor Jet relies on the traditional round gauges popular with aviators for many years.

Perfect T Flight Instruments
The primary flight gauges are arranged using the popular “Perfect T” formation that has been used in cockpits since the 1950′s.

The Attitude Indicator (AI) is located at the Top Centre. To the left of the Attitude Indicator, you will find the Air Speed Indicator, and the Altimeter is located to the right of the AI. Directly below the Attitude Indicator is the Heading Indicator (HI). These four primary instruments make a “Perfect T” formation.

The other two primary flight instruments, comprising the standard Six Pack of Flight Instruments, are located in the second row, to create the standard 6-pack formation of gauges. The Turn Coordinator (and Slip Indicator) is located directly to the left of the Heading Indicator, and the Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) is located to the right of the HI. The Snowbird Tutor Jet also includes a Machmeter to demonstrate how fast the jet is flying in relation to the Speed of Sound.

g Limits
The Snowbird Tutor Jet is rated for plus 7.33g and minus 3g. These Acceleration Units, or g’s represent the range of G-Forces the aircraft can safely handle. 1g represents the standard gravitational force we experience in our atmosphere while at rest.

7g’s
A positive g-force of plus 7g would feel like our body weight was seven times what we normally experience. The Tutor Jet has an Accelerometer (or G-Meter) mounted at the front of the cockpit above the instrument panel dash.

The Accelerometer helps the pilot to monitor the g-Forces being exerted on the jet and pilot during flight. This is especially important during aerobatic performances. Unlike CF-18 Hornet Pilots, the Snowbird Pilots do not wear a g-suit to help them handle the g-forces experienced during their air show performances.

HOTAS
The Snowbird Jet Pilot uses the Throttle and Stick for controlling the aircraft throughout the flight. The abbreviation ‘HOTAS’ stands for “Hands On Throttle And Stick”, and by design the Throttle and Stick contain most of the buttons, switches and controls used throughout the flight. HOTAS design enables the Pilot to keep his “Hands On The Throttle And Stick” for most of his/her time in the cockpit. This helps the pilot to be continuously ready and engaged with the flight controls without interruption.

General Electric J85 Jet Engine
The Canadair CT-114 Tutor is powered by a single General Electric (GE) J85 CAN 40 Jet Engine. The GE J85 is a Two-Stage turbine with single-spool eight-stage, axial flow compressor.

The General Electric J85 Jet Engine produces approximately 3,000 lbs of thrust, and if equipped with afterburners, the engine can produce as much as 5,000 lbs of thrust.

Air Start
Located on the top of the throttle is the “Air Start” button allowing the pilot to “re-light” the engine by activating igniters. Raw fuel is then thrown onto the igniters to hopefully re-start the engine in the case of an emergency. Hopefully, the pilot will not need to use the Air Start Switch, but it’s an important back-up to have.

Nine Lines of Smoke
At the rear of the engine, the Snowbird Jet has two nozzles mounted directly in the path of the hot exhaust. These nozzles are used to spray pressurized diesel fuel into the hot exhaust instantly creating a highly visible path of white smoke. When flying in formation, the 9 Snowbird Jets create nine lines of smoke that can be seen for miles across the blue sky.

CF-18 Hornet vs. the Snowbirds
The CF-18 Hornet Jet may have more thrust, than all nine Snowbirds combined, but the Snowbirds have nine lines of smoke! The highly skilled pilots of the Canadian Forces are proud to fly either the CF-18 Hornet Jet, or the Snowbird Tutor Jet. But, only the Snowbirds have smoke!

Rudder Authority
The Snowbird Tutor Jet is an awesome training jet. The aircraft has incredible Rudder Authority with the large empennage and especially large rudder. During aerobatic performances, the pilots rely on the excellent rudder authority to maintain precision flight in tight formation with the rest of the Snowbirds.

Speed Brakes
The Snowbird Tutor Jet also has two very large Speed Brakes that extend from the sides of the rear fuselage. These speed brakes are deployed frequently during the Snowbirds Air Show performances to slow down the jets, and they are very effective. The Speed Brakes are engaged using the switch on the top of the throttle.

Watch the Speed Brakes Deploy in the Snowbirds Video as the team prepares to return to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) for a landing after they had performed a “Fly-By” formation flight along the length of Runway 23 at YYZ.

Thank-You Snowbirds!
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are a highly respected and Iconic symbol representing all of Canada. Thanks to the Canadian Forces 431 Air Demonstration Squadron for their hard work, dedication and contribution to Canada. And, a special thanks to Captain Brett Parker, Snowbird 5, Second Line Astern. Thank-you Captain Parker for showing us what it’s like to fly a Snowbird Tutor Jet!

Thumb Up for the Snowbirds and Captain Brett Parker!

Learn to Fly!
You may have always dreamed of flying, but now you can find out what is involved in becoming a pilot. Stop dreaming, and start flying.

Be a Pilot
Find out what it would be like to be a pilot. You might want to learn to fly just for fun and as a hobby. Or, you might consider flying as a career. Aviation can be fun, exciting, and rewarding.

January 9, 2013
Attend the FREE “Learn to Fly” Seminar hosted by the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre (WWFC) on Wednesday, January 9, 2013. Here’s your chance to find out what it takes to learn to fly. Discover what is involved in getting your Pilot’s License.

FREE Seminar!
This is a Free Seminar open to anyone interested in aviation. This informative seminar is presented by a Certified Flight Instructor, and by attending you will learn what is involved in getting your Pilot’s License. This seminar will help you understand how to get started with your Flight Training at the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre located at the Region of Waterloo International Airport.

Attend the WWFC “Learn to Fly” Seminar and you will see firsthand, what is needed to become a pilot. Learning to fly is easier than you might imagine, and it’s more affordable than many think.

Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre
Learn to Fly at WWFC. For over 80 years, since 1932, the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre has been helping student pilots to realize their dreams of becoming a pilot.

WWFC is conveniently located at the Region of Waterloo International Airport. The WWFC offices are just across the parking lot from the terminal. Admission is free and refreshments will be served.

Wednesday January 9, 2013
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Download the Seminar Flyer
Complete details about the WWFC Learn to Fly Seminar are available from the Press Release Flyer. Download the Seminar Flyer now for detailed information.

Attend this evening seminar at WWFC and discover how to make your dreams of flying a reality. Take a tour of the Flight Centre, and have all your questions answered.

Please Pre-Register
You should attend this seminar if you have ever thought about earning your wings. This is a No Obligation seminar, and you will have all your questions about Flight Training answered. Please pre-register by calling or emailing Maureen:

Tel. (519) 648-2213 x114
Email: mdennie@wwflightcentre.com

Helpful Seminar
The Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre ‘Learn to Fly Seminar’ is a great opportunity for you to learn more about flying. You will have an opportunity to meet staff and flight instructors at WWFC, and you will learn about flight training opportunities.

This is a helpful and informative seminar for aviation enthusiasts interested in learning to fly.

Wednesday January 9, 2013 at 6:30 pm

Region of Waterloo International Airport
Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre
#3 – 4881 Fountain Street North
Breslau, Ontario
N0B 1M0

www.WWFC.ca

Attend this FREE Learn to Fly Seminar!

Robert Forrest
Congratulations to Robert Forrest of the Greenwood Flight Centre in Nova Scotia. Robert represented Atlantic Canada as a 2012 Finalist in the Webster Memorial Trophy Competition. Robert is pictured here, seated in the Pilot Seat of a Twin Engine Piper Seneca operated by Greenwood Flight Centre.

Webster Trophy
The Webster Memorial Trophy Competition recognizes Top Amateur Pilots from across Canada every year, and Robert Forrest earned his place in the Top 9 Finalists. The nine finalists are all recognized for their excellent pilot skills and aviation knowledge. The Webster Trophy is awarded each year, and finalists from each of the nine regions are commended for their outstanding achievements.

Atlantic Region
Robert, originally from Sydney, Nova Scotia, lives in Halifax Nova Scotia. He is currently in his 2nd year of the Two Year Professional Pilot Diploma Program at Greenwood Flight Centre located in Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Robert was honoured and very proud to be selected to represent the Atlantic Region as a Top Finalist in the Webster Trophy Competition.

Top 10 Pilot Tips
Each year, the Top Finalists in the Webster Trophy Competition are invited to share their Top 10 Pilot Tips with LearnToFly.ca

This is a popular feature where Canada’s Top Amateur Pilots share their Top 10 Pilot Tips with student pilots and aviation enthusiasts across Canada. Here are Rob’s Top 10 Tips. Learn from one of Canada’s Top Amateur Pilots.

Robert Forrest’s Top 10 Pilot Tips

1. As a Pilot, make every choice based on Safety being your Top Priority.
2. Strive for excellence and be a professional at all times. Take pride in your Airmanship.
3. Study. Study. Study. The more knowledge you obtain - the more prepared you will be when the unexpected occurs.
4. Work on developing your Leadership Skills - as you advance in aviation this will become more and more important.
5. Don’t Improvise.  Stick with what your instructors have shown you - especially during a flight test.
6. Never Rush. Always follow your checklists, and don’t let anybody or anything intimidate you into speeding things up.
7. Know how you react when placed outside of your comfort zone. Decision making skills may diminish.  Aviate, Navigate, Communicate.
8. Debrief yourself after each flight. Think of things you could have done better and learn something new from every flight.
9. Don’t get discouraged. Becoming a good aviator takes lots of self-discipline, hard work, practice, patience, and time.
10. Don’t be afraid to talk to ATC (Air Traffic Control), FSS (Flight Service Station), or Transport Canada.  They are there to help us fly safely.

King Air Flight Simulator
Robert Forrest is pictured here in the right seat of a Level-D, Full Motion, King Air Flight Simulator at Transport Canada’s Training Facility located in Ottawa, Canada. Flight Simulators are an excellent training resource for both student pilots and experienced pilots. A Full Motion Flight Simulator provides a very realistic and life-like experience that is ideal for valuable flight training.

Flight Simulator Video
Watch this Flight Simulator Video for a tour of the Redbird FMX Full Motion Flight Simulator located at the Brampton Flight Centre. The Flight Simulator may be used for a portion of pilot training hours that count towards earning a Pilot License.

License and Ratings
Rob currently holds a Private Pilot License with a Night Rating. He is currently enrolled in his final year of the Professional Pilot Program at Greenwood Flight Centre, and as he continues his aviation studies, Rob plans to obtain his Commercial Pilot License and Multi-IFR Ratings in 2013.

Aviation Career
Robert looks forward to a rewarding career in Aviation, and his placement as a Regional Finalist in the Webster Trophy Competition is a great asset to his promising career. Aviation employers recognize the outstanding achievement and accomplishments of all the Webster Trophy Finalists, and this helps them to stand out as Top Canadian Aviators.

Robert plans to one day fly for a major airline, and he looks forward to flying large jets. Robert’s career goals will be achieved through hard work and excellence in the industry as he demonstrates skill, commitment and knowledge as an aviator. Robert plans to work his way up as he flies larger and larger aircraft and earns additional hours, experience and ratings.

Snowbirds Tutor Jet
Robert Forrest is pictured here in front of a Canadian Forces Snowbirds CT-114 Tutor Jet. Robert had just finished working on the Navigation Exercise as part of Webster Week in Ottawa for the Webster Memorial Trophy Competition. This Snowbird Canadair CT-114 Tutor Jet is located in the Canada Aviation and Space Museum’s Hangar, where the annual Webster Trophy Competition Awards Ceremony is held in Ottawa, Canada.

Loves Flying!
Robert loves Flying, and he has always had a strong desire to fly. Ever since Rob was young, he has always wanted to fly!

Even as a very young primary school student, Rob would sit at his desk in class, and extend both his arms out to his side pretending to be an airplane. This young, future aviator grew up to be one of Canada’s Top Amateur Pilots, and his love of aviation and his strong desire to fly has always been a big part of his life.

Pilot and Family Man
If Robert were to describe himself in two words, it would be “Family Man”. Robert is happily married, and he is also the proud father of two. Rob has a two year old boy, and in the fall of 2012, he also became the proud father of a baby girl.

Busy 2012
It was a busy year for Rob. He continued his Aviation studies, as he successfully ranked as a Regional Finalist in the Webster Trophy Competition, and he also welcomed his new arrival – his baby daughter.

Never Give Up!
Robert loves flying, and he has one last tip for future Aviators. Never Give Up!

Flying is Robert’s passion, and he suggests that you always follow your dreams. Work hard for them, and never give up!

Keep up the great work Rob. It will be hard to top your achievements for 2012, but Never Give Up as you begin a new Year having been recognized as a Regional Finalist as one of Canada’s Top Amateur Pilots for 2012.