Canada Aviation and Space Museum, 11 Aviation Parkway, Ottawa, ON

Weekly Messages

Aviation Elemental Day – May 11

The aim of this activity is to create an inter-squadron aviation day in Gatineau with over 450 cadets. There will be 150 Level 3+ cadets discovering Collège Select Aviation, and 300 cadets of all levels visiting Vintage Wings of Canada. The squadrons will be divided into two parts: 150 cadets in the morning and 150 cadets in the afternoon. Please note that this is an English activity only.

Order of dress will be C3. You can view this dress order on our Uniform page.

Select Aviation Activity Itinerary:

    • 0645-0715 Sqn bus transportation to site
    • 0800-1100 Visit of booths (static aircraft, aeronautical trade and industry, Select Aviation school visit, familiarization tour, conference).
    • 1100-1130 Lunch provided
    • 1130-1700 Tour of booths (static aircraft, aeronautical trades and industry, visit to Select Aviation school, familiarization tour, conference) and aerial photo of a life-size 100 for the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).
    • 1715-1800 Transport from site to Sqn

Vintage Wings of Canada activity itinerary:

    • 0645-0715 Group 1 bus transportation from Sqn to site
    • 0800-1235 Visit to the Vintage Wings of Canada Museum, lecture and aerial photo of a life-size 100 for the 100th anniversary of the RCAF.
    • 1020-1045 Group 2 bus transport from Sqn to site
    • 1200-1700 Visit to the Vintage Wings of Canada Museum, lecture and aerial photo of a life-size 100 for the 100th anniversary of the RCAF.
    • 1235-1315 Transport Group 1 from site to Sqn
    • 1715-1800 Transport Group 2 from site to Sqn

Cadets must register by April 18: https://forms.office.com/r/v4ngG56hz0

FTX May 24 to May 26

Field Training Exercises (FTX) are a part of the Air Cadet training. These exercises are held on select weekends and the type and location will vary. The nature and complexity of the exercises also vary depending on the cadet training level to which they are targeted. 

Beyond building camaraderie, morale and friendships, cadets built their own shelters, fires and learn new skills that will help them in the future. 

Cadets must register to attend: Form coming soon

When: May 24 to May 26
Departure: May 24, Museum Parking Lot, 615 pm
Activity location: Camp Cadou, Otter Lake
Return: May 26, Museum Parking Lot, 4:00 pm
What to bring: Check out the kit list below to find out what you should bring to the FTX
Important note: No cell phones or electronics are allowed
Parents: Go to our Event Calendar for important information 

Order of Dress and Kit List

Cadets will wear their green FTU uniforms with their combat boots. The following is a list of equipment required to bring on the outing. Please note that activities will be outside in possible wet weather.

All kit may be inspected in accordance with CATO 12-50, Annex A.

    • Medical Insurance Card (Not a photocopy – Mandatory)
    • Toque or Hat (Mandatory)
    • Rain gear (top and bottom) (Mandatory)
    • Coat
    • Work gloves
    • Socks (at least 2 pairs)
    • T-shirt
    • Underwear (at least 1 change)
    • Personal Flashlight
    • Refillable Water bottle
    • Personal medication (as required)
    • Personal hygiene kit
    • Sunglass
    • Sunscreen
    • Insect repellent (strongly recommended)
    • Lip balm

Cadets not wearing the appropriate clothing will not leave for the FTX and will be sent home. Personal belongings will be identified. The squadron will not be held responsible for lost or stolen items. All valuable objects such as expensive watches or jewellery, CD, or MP3 players, iPods ©, iPads ©, as well as personal radios, must be left at home. Cell phones will not be permitted at the FTX.

Everything must be placed in a waterproof container of some sort (plastic garbage bag) to avoid items getting wet in inclement weather. Do not just pack equipment only in a garbage bag, it will rip open.

Aviation Career Fair – May 27

As part of the Aviation Days, in addition to the Select Aviation and Vintage Wings events, we have also partnered with the Aviation Museum to further our cadets’ experience. Come meet, greet and learn about the aviation industry from key aviation community stakeholders. 

Date: May 27
Time: 1800-2100 hrs
Location: Canada Space and Aviation Museum, 11 Aviation Pkwy, Ottawa, ON K1K 2X5
Transport: Not Provided
Dress: C3

Cadets must register by April 18: https://forms.office.com/r/VtkFKPDiGL

Annual Ceremonial Review June 8

51 Squadron’s ACR is the most important event of the Air Cadet training year. It is the opportunity for the cadets to show off to the assembled guests all that they have learned over the past training year. It is also the opportunity for the Squadron to honour deserving Cadets by presenting them with various awards.

When: Saturday June 8th
Where: Museum
Preparation Start Time: Senior cadets, flag party and staff arrive at 9:00 am and all other cadets arrive at 9:30 am
Parade Time: Starts at 1:00 pm and ends at 3:00 pm

Lunch is included and will be served around 12:00 pm. Come in your civilian clothes and don’t forget to brings all of your uniforms parts and a water bottle. Dress is C1 with medals.

More details regarding the ACR’s schedule can be found here.

Merchandise

Orders will be shipped and distributed by SSC early May!

Uniforms

Everything you need to know about uniforms can be found on our Uniforms page.