Snowbirds
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| Active |
25 June 1971 – present (as Snowbirds)
1 April 1978 – present (as 431 Air Demonstration Squadron) |
| Country |
 Canada |
| Branch |
 Canadian Forces |
| Role |
Aerobatic flight demonstration team |
| Size |
80 Canadian Forces personnel full time
24 personnel in the show team |
| Garrison/HQ |
CFB Moose Jaw
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan Canada |
| Nickname |
Snowbirds |
| Motto |
The Hatiten Ronteriios (Warriors of the air) |
| Colors |
White and Red |
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Officially known as the Canadian Forces 431 Air Demonstration Squadron, the Snowbirds are Canada's military aerobatics or air show flight demonstration team whose purpose is to "demonstrate the skill, professionalism, and teamwork of Canadian Forces personnel". The squadron is under the jurisdiction of the Canadian Forces Air Command and is based in CFB Moose Jaw, near Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. The Snowbirds are the first Canadian air demonstration team to be designated as a squadron.
The show team flies 11 CT-114 Tutors—nine for aerobatic performances, including two solo aircraft, and two as spares, flown by the team coordinators. Approximately 80 Canadian Forces personnel work with the squadron full-time; 24 personnel are in the show team that travels during the show season. The Snowbirds are the only major military aerobatics team that operates without a support aircraft.
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Snowbird Women's Short Sleeve T-Shirt
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95% Cotton 5% Spandex Jersey. Self neck, short sleeve fitted tee. Flatlock sewing. |
| $19.95
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Legends of the Sky Playing Cards - Snowbirds
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Legends of the Sky Playing Cards. 54 of the worlds greatest aircraft in this deck. Packed smartly in a collectors embossed tin box. |
| $6.95
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Snowbird Adult T-Shirt
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100% premium weight cotton. Double-needle bottom hem and sleeves. Pre-shrunk to minimize shrinkage. Available in medium, large, xlarge and xxlarge. Colour T-shirt: Athletic Heather. |
| $19.95
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Snowbird Bookmark
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| $2.00
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Snowbird Printed Hat
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Wide variety of highly detailed and colourful image. Prestige 6 section cap semi-low fit ultra brushed cotton. Adjustable back strap. |
| $14.95
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Snowbird Women's T-Shirt
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| $19.95
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Snowbirds Brass Cap
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Beautifully detailed brass emblem. Double pique cap with brass eyelets. Adjustable back strap with brass buckle. Available in Black, Tan and Khaki. |
| $19.95
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Snowbirds Embroidered Cap
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Beautifully detailed embroidered cap. Adjustable back strap with canadian maple leaf. Avialable in Red and Navy. |
| $19.95
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Snowbirds Mousepad
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Durable, washable lexan surface. Natural rubber base. Approximately 8" x 10.5". |
| $7.95
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Snowbirds Shooter Glass
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3 oz Shooter Cordial Glass with imprint of the Snowbirds Logo. |
| $5.95
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Snowbirds Throw
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Highest quality woven blanket. Top of the line quality this tapestry throw stands out in terms of density, color vibrancy, resolution. Measuring 54" x 69". 100% cotton with fringed edges. Machine washable. |
| $89.99
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