Travel Journal

Air Demonstration – Thetford Mines, Quebec
The Snowbirds flew their first show back in Canada in Thetford Mines, Quebec, on June 1. The team was greeted by many enthusiastic spectators with warm hospitality.

Wings of Freedom Open House – Pope Air Force Base, North Carolina
The Snowbirds participated in the Wings of Freedom Open House at Pope Air Force Base near Fayetteville, North Carolina, on May 28 and 29, Memorial Day Weekend.

New River Air Station Open House – Jacksonville, North Carolina
The New River Air Station in Jacksonville, North Carolina, kindly hosted the Snowbirds for an Open House Day on May 25. Other participants included the U.S. Army Golden Knights as well as the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team.

Wheels and Wings Air Show – Millville, New Jersey
The Snowbirds performed at the Millville, N.J., Wheels and Wings Air Show on May 21 and 22 for several thousand spectators.

Lunch with the Canadian Forces Snowbirds – Wilmington, North Carolina
Once again this year, the people of Wilmington generously hosted the Snowbirds for a mid-day show on May 18. School children and several civic organizations formed a very enthusiastic crowd.

Tyndall’s Gulf Coast Salute – Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida
The Snowbirds first stop for their 2005 Show Season was at Tyndall Air Force Base, near Panama City, Florida, on May 14 and 15 where they were met with warm hospitality.

Demonstration Team Reunion – Pensacola, Florida
The Snowbirds took part in a very special demonstration team reunion graciously hosted by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels in Pensacola, Florida, on May 10 and 11.

Acceptance Show - Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
The Air Force officially approved the Canadian Forces Snowbirds' 2005 show format in a performance for senior military staff during the annual Acceptance Show held at 15 Wing on May 4.