Snowbirds to Fly in Gatineau

Vintage Wings of Canada (VWoC) proudly welcomes the highly acclaimed Canadian Forces Snowbirds to their summer Open House and pays tribute to the CF and RCMP, Sunday 4 July.

Celebrating their 40th season this year, the Snowbirds Demonstration Team (431 Squadron) of Moose Jaw, Sask., will perform over the Executive Gatineau-Ottawa Airport, marking this show their first aerial demonstration in the National Capital Region in three years.

Aerial demonstrations will also include the stunning aerobatic performances by three Vintage Wings’ aircraft – the Corsair, “Gray Ghost One,” which is helping celebrate the Navy’s 100th Anniversary; the F-86 Sabre, "Hawk One;” and the North American Harvard. An impressive array of classic and modern civilian and military aircraft will be on static display for all spectators to enjoy.

Gates will open at 10:00 a.m with the flying portion of the show commencing at 11:00 a.m. The dynamic performance of the Snowbirds begins at 1:00 p.m.

A park and ride service is available for visitors along Industrial Road in the vicinity of the airport for a cost of $5 per vehicle; cash only. Bus transportation from the parking lots to the airport will be provided free of charge by STO commencing at 10:30 a.m. and will continue at regular intervals until 5:00 p.m.

Concession stands will be on site offering a variety of food and beverages for purchase. A Kids Zone will be available to entertain the younger aviation enthusiasts.

In the event of inclement weather, flying operations will either be delayed or suspended as necessary. The Open House will continue with all aircraft on static display.

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