The Canadian Airforce says to watch the skies this weekend.
A CC-177 Globemaster III aircraft from 429 Transport Squadron, based out of 8 Wing Trenton, is conducting cross-country flying training in the area until tomorrow (Monday).
“Cross country flying is a type of long distance training to perform low approaches, landing and take-offs at airport and is essential for maintaining the skills of aircrew so they are ready to safely execute Canadian Armed Forces missions around the world; often under challenging conditions,” said Capt Marie-Eve Bilodeau with the CAF.
“It is important that these proficiencies are maintained in Canada so our aircrew are prepared to execute these maneuvers in potentially life-threatening situations.
429 Squadron members will follow all COVID-19 mitigation measures in accordance with applicable orders as well as all local Public Health Measures.
This includes wearing non- medical masks whenever possible, minimizing contacts to only essential interactions and respecting physical distancing.
While conducting training at airports all aircrew members will remain in the aircraft.
She also says some RCAF aircraft are larger than many passenger airplanes and may appear to be flying lower than they actually are.
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