An Evening with Historian Norman LeachBy Danielle Metcalfe-Chenail
posted 8 October 2011 On September 20, the Manitoba Chapter of the Canadian Aviation Historical Society sponsored a visit from Norman Leach, one of Canada’s foremost authors and historians, held at the Western Canada Aviation Museum.
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October is Women's History MonthBy Danielle Metcalfe-Chenail
posted 6 September 2011 Take a moment to read highlights from Canadian women's fascinating accomplishments in military and civilian aviation, as well as to find out how the CAHS's first female president was recently honoured!
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B-25 Mitchell Bomber Rollout in EdmontonBy John Chalmers
posted 3 September 2011 On September 3, No. 418 (City of Edmonton) Squadron Association and the Alberta Aviation Museum rolled out a restored B-25 Mitchell Bomber in honour of that Sqaudron's 70th anniversary. 418 is not the only one celebrating this milestone, however: 2011 is the 70th anniversary 17 others, as well as the Royal Canadian Air Force - Women's Division.
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Midnight Sun Float Plane Fly-inBy Danielle Metcalfe-Chenail
posted 9 August 2011 The Midnight Sun Float Plane Fly-In took place July 22-24 in spectacular Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. It was a weekend full of vintage aircraft, flying legends like Max Ward and "Buffalo" Joe McBryan, and aviation enthusiasts from around the world - and was largely organized by CAHS members!
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Don Hamilton's Final Fly-ByBy Danielle Metcalfe-Chenail
posted 8 August 2011 Recent Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame inductee and Air Spray Ltd. owner, Don Hamilton, has passed away in Edmonton at the age of 86. Please read on to learn more about his inspiring life and his many achievements.
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