Minister announces Snowbirds are grounded after 2026, with new planes scheduled for the 'early 2030s'

The air demonstration squadron is comprised of 86 regular force, reserve force and public service personnel

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OTTAWA — Defence Minister David McGuinty announced the Canadian Snowbirds, the fleet of planes that make up the Royal Canadian Air Force’s air demonstrations, will be grounded following the 2026 season.

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Minister announces Snowbirds are grounded after 2026, with new planes scheduled for the 'early 2030s'

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