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Nova Scotia International Air Show

September 15, 2006

By Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith

Halifax, Nova Scotia - September 9 and 10

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were delighted to participate in the Nova Scotia International Air Show. With performances from The SkyHawks, the CF-18 Demonstration Team, Bill Carter, and other military and civilian acts, the Nova Scotia International Air Show provided a thrilling line-up for an enthusiastic crowd.

While in Halifax, the Snowbirds conducted the last media flight for the 2006 season. The Snowbirds would like to thank Ms. Sebrena MacKenzie of the Daily News, Mr. Peter Parsons of the Chronicle Herald and Mr. Darryl Kyte of CBC TV, for their interest and enthusiasm. It was a pleasure sharing our love of aviation, pride in the Canadian Forces and patriotic spirit with you.

While in Halifax, the Snowbirds were delighted to meet with the 866 Dalhousie Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron. Captain Dave Boudreau, Snowbird 4, was especially thrilled to meet with the cadets from his former cadet squadron. Many Snowbird pilots and technicians began their interest in aviation through the cadet program.

Captain Jody McKinnon, Snowbird 11, and Captain Tery Lebel, Snowbird 10, perform their air show duties as safety pilot and team narrator, respectively. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith	The Canadian Forces Snowbirds meet with air cadets from 833 Dalhousie Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron September 9 after the air show. Captain Dave Boudreau received his glider and private pilot's licence when he was a cadet with 833 RCACS. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith	Captain Dave Boudreau, Snowbird 4, and Mr. Darryl Kyte, a journalist with CBC TV, prepares for the media flight September 8 over the beautiful, scenic Halifax area. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith
Corporal Cam Simms, technician, unpacks the CT-114 Tutor upon arrival in Halifax September 6. The Snowbirds carry all uniforms and personal clothing in the jets as they travel across North America. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith	Captain Mike French, Snowbird 7, unpacks a shoe from the CT-114 Tutor jet upon arrival in Halifax September 6. The Snowbirds travel across North America six months a year. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith	Warrant Officer Barry Ripley, Crew Chief, places the tailpipe exhaust cover on the CT-114 Tutor jet upon arrival in Halifax September 6. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith

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