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Plane Talk April 24, 2008
All flights subject to weather, crew & aircraft availability. All Member Flights operate from Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum unless otherwise stated.
These medals are part of the donation made by Rick House featured in last weeks Plane Talk . Mr. House’s father, Flight Lieutenant Kenneth. G. House, D.F.C. won this impressive set of medals during his years with the RCAF. The medals include the Distinguished Flying Cross, 1939-45 Star, Air Crew Europe Star (with France and Germany Bar), Defense Medal, Voluntary Service Medal (with Bar) and Victory Medal. Also donated with the collection were House’s Operational Wings with Bar and Pathfinder Badge.
It is my distinct pleasure to announce to you the repatriation of our Chipmunk C-FPOW to the museum. This aircraft was originally donated to the museum by one of our founding members - Mr. John Weir, and subsequently sold. Fortunately we are now able to bring her home again, as early as next week. Dave Rohrer - CEO
It’s that time of year when we stoke up the BBQ and invite all our volunteers and staff to attend the Volunteer Appreciation BBQ! The BBQ will take place on Wednesday, June 4th in the CWH hangar. If you plan to attend please sign-up on the sheet posted on the Volunteer Information Board and indicate if you are bringing a guest or guests. The evening begins once the museum doors are closed to the public at 5:00p.m. Hope to see you there!
DUNBAR, Maj. Cyril James “Cy” (Ret’d) - After a heroic and dignified battle with cancer, Cy passed away peacefully in QEII Health Sciences Centre on April 18, 2008, with his family by his side. He was deeply loved by Joan, his wife of 49 years; his son, Michael; daughters, Laurie and Jane; son-in-law, Guy; daughter-in-law, Monica, and by his grandchildren, Patrick and Ellen Dunbar-Lavoie, and Jon and Leif Dunbar. He is survived by his brothers, Lee and Richard, and his sisters, Hope, Marilyn, and Joan. We are thankful for the exceptional care Cy received from the wonderful staff and the QEII. In particular, we would like to thank Dr. Sean Christie, Dr. Judy MacNeill, and our dear friend, Dr. Leif Sigurdson. Cy was an inspiration both in life and in his death. He was a selfless, wise and learned man, who had something to teach each and every one of us. He was an excellent aviator and proudly served our country for 25 years as a Canadian Armed Forces search and rescue pilot. Cy enriched the lives of all who had the good grace to know him. He will be forever missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society of a charity of your choice…. From the Halifax Chronicle Herald, Sunday, April 20th, 2008. Cy was a Lancaster pilot at CWH..
EVENTS: Wedding in the Hangar - Saturday, April 26th - 5:00p.m. - 1:00a.m. 150ppl. 1 volunteer needed in the Gift Shop. 3 volunteers needed in the hangar Service & Reception in the Dome & Hangar - Friday, May 9th - 5:30p.m. - 1:00a.m. 60ppl. 1 volunteer needed in the Gift Shop. 2 volunteers needed in the hangar. Service & Reception in the Dome & Hangar - Saturday, May 10th - 4:00p.m. - 1:00a.m. 175 ppl. 1 volunteer needed in the Gift Shop. 4 volunteers needed in the hangar. Service & Reception in the Dome & Hangar - Saturday, May 17th - 5:00p.m. - 1:00a.m. 120-130ppl. 1 volunteer needed in the Gift Shop. 3 volunteers needed in the hangar. Certified General Accountants - Meeting & Dinner in the Dome Tuesday, May 20th Time to be Announced 120-130ppl. 1 volunteer needed in the gift shop. 3 volunteers needed in the hangar. Hamilton East Kiwanis Boys & Girls Club Convention & Dinner in the Hangar. Thursday, May 22nd 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. 300-350ppl. 1 volunteer needed in the Gift Shop. 7 volunteers needed in the hangar. B.A.D. Ride XI - Fundraiser - Sunday, May 25th 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m. 1,000 - 1,500ppl. 800 Bikes plus OPP Golden Helmets. 20 volunteers needed to help with buffet tables. McMaster University - Dinner in the Hangar - Wednesday, May 28th 5:00p.m. - 11:00p.m. 50ppl. 1 volunteer needed in the Gift Shop. 2 volunteers needed in the hangar. Wedding in the Hangar - Saturday, May 31st 5:00p.m. - 1:00a.m. 130ppl. 1 volunteer needed in the Gift Shop. 3 volunteers needed in the hangar. Your help is greatly appreciated! TOURS: Monday, April 28th - White Oaks High School - 9:00a.m. 1 more Tour Guide needed. Wednesday, April 30th - High School Tour - 11:00a.m. - 1 hour tour. 2 Tour Guides needed. Saturday, May 3rd - Erin Air Cadets - 10:00a.m. 25 plus. 1 more Tour Guide needed Please check the Volunteer Information Board outside Archives for a list of tours requiring help. Please see Tony McFarlane at the Admissions Desk to volunteer for a tour.
Avro Lancaster T-Shirt. Slate Grey in colour, 10 oz. heavyweight preshrunk cotton. Direct screen printed image. Double needle hem and sleeves. Taped neck and shoulders. Sizes: M, L, XL, XXL. $19.99 each
Planetalk is a museum newsletter that is published weekly (or occasionally bi-weekly) and is distributed internally to staff and museum volunteers.
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