Monthly Archives: August 2014

2014 HMCS Quadra graduation parade

Posted on August 16, 2014 by Katherine

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2014 Regional Gliding School (Pacific) graduation parade

Posted on August 16, 2014 by Katherine

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G-GWSZ

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Katherine

G-GWSZ, a Westjet Boeing 737-8CT (737-800) In service since 1998, the 737-800 is a stretched version of the Boeing 737-400 generation. All versions have more powerful and efficient engines, improved wings and tail sections and modernized cockpits. WestJet’s B737-800 fleet … Continue reading →

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Borealis I – ex Ashley Erin

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Katherine

Borealis I in Comox Year Built: 1982 Delta Marine Ship Building Inc, Seattle WA Gross Tonnage: 76.69 Net Tonnage: 23.01 Construction Material: Fibreglass Length: 15.79 m Breadth: 5.83 m Depth: 3.03 m Propulsion: 1 x 365 brake horsepower diesel, … Continue reading →

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Sailing – Comox harbour

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Katherine

A beautiful day to sail on the beautiful Comox harbour

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Not your normal view – CP-107 Argus

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Katherine

As early as 1952 the RCAF issued requirements for a new long-range patrol Aircraft to replace the wartime Lancaster. By 1958, less than three years from contract start, the first Argus was airborne and on 1 May 1958, CFB Greenwood … Continue reading →

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C-FGCN

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Katherine

C-FGCN, a Canadian North Boeing 737-36N (737-300) at Comox Valley Airport The internal front stairs are an interesting feature of this airplane. Length: 32.49 meters Wingspan: 31.09 meters Tail Height: 11.38 meters Fuselage width: 3.76 m Engine type (x2) CFM56-3B-1 … Continue reading →