Mon, Mar 29, 2010
Almost 70 years after their inception, the 431 Snowbirds
continue today bolstered by the tradition of excellence,
discipline, and dedication that started in 1942. In response to the
onslaught of World War II, the Royal Canadian Air Force formed the
431 Bomber Squadron in Burn, England.
After the end of the war and a brief time on public tours, the
431 Squadron disbanded in 1954; however, to commemorate
Canada’s centennial year in 1967, the RCAF formed the Golden
Centennaires, planting the seed for another era of aerobatic team
display!
After the Golden Centennaires disbanded in 1967, the Commanding
Officer, Colonel O.B. Philp, set to work on forming a more
permanent team to ensure that the traditions of aerial perfection
continued. Four years later, the Snowbirds performed their first
aerobatic team demonstration. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of
the team pilots and the support of the Canadian public, the RCAF
officially re-activated the 431 Air Demonstration Squadron on April
1st, 1978.
Today, the 431 Squadron (commonly known as the Snowbirds
Demonstration Team) serves as an iconic representation of the
Canadian Forces; more than 80 serving members participate in the
squadron each year.
Dedicated to their expertise in teamwork and aerial precision,
the Snowbirds perform thrilling aerobatic displays in air shows
across North America. During 2010, the Snowbirds team will
celebrate its 40th season, as well as the Centennial of the
Canadian Navy.
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