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News Release

Canadian Forces Snowbirds Celebrate 2,000th Show

CAS NR - September 16, 2005

RENO, NEVADA, USA - The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will celebrate their 2,000^th show Saturday, September 17 in Reno, Nevada, with about 50,000 spectators present to celebrate this significant accomplishment in the team's history.

"We are extremely proud of our Snowbirds, especially as they celebrate this tremendous milestone in the team's history," said Lieutenant-General Steve Lucas, Chief of the Air Staff. "The Snowbirds are part of the Air Force's cultural fabric and are an inspiration for Canadians considering a career in the Canadian Forces."

"This is a tremendous accomplishment for the team and is a testament to the dedication, professionalism, and teamwork of all Snowbirds," said Major Ian McLean, commanding officer and team lead, Canadian Forces Snowbirds. "We consider ourselves privileged to perform in communities across North

America, representing the men and women of the Canadian Forces."

The Snowbirds are celebrating their 35^th anniversary season in 2005, marking a legacy of professionalism, dedication and teamwork. The Snowbirds have performed in front of more than 118 million spectators in Canada and the United States.

The Snowbirds will perform in 56 shows in 32 different locations across North America, including small communities and large centres during this show season.

During their famed show, the Snowbirds perform more than 50 different formations and manoeuvres, including thrilling solo passes with closing speeds of 1,000 km/h and beautiful 9-aircraft formations.

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds' mission is to demonstrate the professionalism, dedication and teamwork of the Canadian Forces across North America and to act as a platform for recruiting.

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Note to editors/news directors : For high-resolution imagery or background information, please visit the Snowbirds' website at www.snowbirds.forces.gc.ca . Please contact Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith, public affairs officer, at (306) 631-7248 for more information or to coordinate interviews with team members.

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