Comox Air Force Museum

Did you know that Raymond Collishaw was born right here on the West Coast?

Born in Nanamio on November 22, 1893. He had a long, distinguished flying career as a fighter pilot, squadron leader, and CO, serving in both the Royal Naval Air Service and the Royal Air Force. Serving in both WWI and WW2.

Focus sur l'ARC

Dans l'ombre de Billy Bishop se dresse un autre pilote canadien redoutable : Raymond Collishaw. Avec 60 victoires à son actif, il est le deuxième as canadien de la Première Guerre mondiale, juste derrière Bishop et devant William Barker. Au total, 171 as de l'aviation canadiens se sont illustrés durant le conflit, chacun ayant abattu au moins cinq appareils ou dirigeables ennemis.

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Spotlight on the RCAF

In Billy Bishop’s shadow stands another formidable Canadian pilot: Raymond Collishaw. With 60 victories to his credit, he is the second-highest-scoring Canadian ace of World War I, just behind Bishop and ahead of William Barker. In all, 171 Canadian flying aces distinguished themselves during the conflict, each having shot down at least five enemy aircraft or airships.

Source: MDN / FAC

Amazing perspective from Hazer's Flightline

Have you seen the newest edition of the 19 Wing Totem Times?

Make sure to check out the article on 19 AMS (page 4); we have some exciting things happening at the museum.

Please be advised that the Comox Air Force Museum will be closed on the following dates:

● Tuesday, September 22

● Thursday, September 24

● Friday, September 25

The Museum will be open for normal operating hours on Wednesday, September 23, and will return to our regular operating schedule beginning Saturday, September 26.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

During the summer and fall of 1940, the Royal Canadian Air Force played a pivotal role in the defence of Britain during the Battle of Britain.

Their actions helped secure Britain at a critical moment — and shaped the course of the war that followed.

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