Canadian Forces Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces (CF) Snowbirds, 431 Air Demonstration Squadron are a Canadian icon comprised of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and National Defence Public Service employees.
Pilots, technicians (aviation, avionics, aircraft structure, supply), mobile support operators, resource management support clerks, an engineering officer, a logistics officer and a public affairs officer representing all three elements (Army, Navy and Air Force), work as a team to bring thrilling performances to the Canadian public. Serving as ambassadors of the CAF, the CF Snowbirds demonstrate the high level of skill, professionalism, teamwork, discipline and dedication inherent in the men and women of the CAF and they inspire the pursuit of excellence wherever they go in North America.
A brief squadron history, motto and battle honours can be found on the Department of National Defence's Directorate of History and Heritage webpage. 431 Squadron has flown the following aircraft:
- Vickers Wellington
- Handley-Page Halifax
- Avro Lancaster
- Canadair (North American) F-86 Sabre
Services and information
Schedule
View the schedule for the current season.
Members
Find biographies of the current team members.
Formations
View the formations performed by the snowbirds.
Past members
View Snowbird teams dating back to 1971.
Honorary SnowbirdsÂ
Learn about the Society of Honorary Snowbirds and view a list of honoraries.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about the Snowbirds.
Tributes
Tributes to team members that have lost their lives in the performance of their duty.
Promotional and publication media
Find demonstration team resources for event organisers and media.
For more information on booking a Canadian Armed Forces aircraft to participate in your community's air show or special event, please visit Event booking, or contact SpecialEvents.EvenementsSpeciaux@forces.gc.ca
431 (AD) Squadron
15 Wing
PO Box 5000
Moose Jaw SK S6H 7Z8
Email: Snowbird.Team@sasktel.net
Telephone: 306-694-2222 extension 2437
Fax: 306-694-2809
Please allow up to ten business days for a reply.
On social media
The Snowbirds are proud ambassadors of the CH.I.L.DFoundation (english only)
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