OTTAWA – Today, in honour of the 90th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force, the Honourable Rob Nicholson, Minister of National Defence issued the following statement:
“Canadian aviators have been recognized for their illustrious service as far back as the First World War, when they were heralded within the Royal Flying Corps for their outstanding bravery. On April 1, 1924, the Canadian Air Force formally became the Royal Canadian Air Force, and a permanent component of Canada’s defence forces. In the 90 years that have followed, Canadians at home and abroad, as well as our partners and allies around the world, have come to recognize and respect the professionalism and capabilities of our brave airmen and airwomen. As we look to the future of the Canadian Armed Forces, we will continue to count on the extraordinary contribution of the Royal Canadian Air Force to Canada’s sovereignty and security.
“I therefore proudly ask you to join me in wishing our Royal Canadian Air Force, its men and women at Wings across Canada and around the world, a most happy and very well deserved 90th anniversary.”
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