Statement by the Minister of National Defence on the death of Captain Shawn McCaughey

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NR-07.TBC - May 19, 2007
OTTAWA - The Honourable Gordon O'Connor, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement today on the death of Captain Shawn McCaughey:
“On behalf of the Defence family and our dedicated men and women in uniform, I extend my heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, team members, and comrades of Captain Shawn McCaughey.

This dedicated pilot and professional officer served as an ambassador of Canada by showcasing his skills and representing the best that the Canadian Forces has to offer.
Captain McCaughey accumulated over 1,400 hours of military flying time before joining the 2007 Snowbirds team. Indeed he exemplified the professionalism, excellence and dedication embodied not only by our renowned Snowbirds team but also by all serving members.
Canadians stand united in pride behind our Canadian Forces, and are forever grateful for their contributions and sacrifices.”
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Captain Shawn McCaughey, 30, from Candiac, Quebec, was in his second year with the Snowbirds and flew the No. 2 jet in the Inner Right Wing position.

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