It's been 75 years since the Canadian International Air Show took off over Toronto

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Posted on February 9, 2024 • 3 minutes of reading

First appearance of snowbirds CIAS 1972. Photo by Richard Dumigan. GNW

Air Show officially announces 2024 headliners

TORONTO, Feb. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian International Air Show (CIAS) officially announces its 75th.^th Headliners of the anniversary performance. The initial 2024 lineup includes the Canadian Forces (CF) Snowbirds and CF-18 Demonstration Team, as well as the long-awaited return of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, Red Arrows and United States Air Force F-22 Raptors.

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“As a team, the Red Arrows are excited to return to Canada in 2024 to help celebrate 100 years of the Royal Canadian Air Force,” said Wing Commander Adam Collins, Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team Officer – Red Arrows. “The visit highlights the long and enduring partnership between the United Kingdom and Canada, particularly in our Armed Forces.”

Except for 75^th An anniversary celebration, the 2024 event will also mark 100^th Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Anniversary.

“For three-quarters of a century, the RCAF has been an integral part of our air show,” said Laurie Doughty, executive director of CIAS. “They continue to help us bring aviation history to life by showcasing the wonders of flight and honoring all Air Force veterans.”

With a legacy dating back to 1946, CIAS is recognized as North America's longest-running air show, and it welcomes more than 1 million people to Toronto's waterfront every year over Labor Day weekend. CIAS stands as a dynamic tribute to the ingenuity of aviation technology and the allure of the great outdoors. Amelia Earhart herself attributed her passion for flying to the moment when the CIAS predecessor in Toronto planted the seed of inspiration.

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CIAS has left an indisputable mark on aviation history with 75 years of milestones:

The first air show was held at Malton Airport in 1948, and it was so popular that a Globe and Mail article at the time said “over 80,000 people stormed the airport”.
CIAS officially received its name in 1955 and in 1956 it became part of CNE and lasted for two days.
Since it was built in 1964 William Lyon Mackenzie The fireboat marked the center stage for the performers at the air show.
In 1998, Canadian astronaut Dr. Dave Williams wore a CIAS patch aboard the space shuttle Columbia.
CIAS celebrated its 60th anniversary^th In 2009, he also celebrated his 100th anniversary^th 80th anniversary of powered flight in Canada^th Port George IV Anniversary, now Billy Bishop Toronto Island Airport.
In 2014, the Soviet Union launched the Antonov An-2, the largest single-engine biplane ever built. The Guinness Book of Records The An-2's 45-year production run was the longest of any aircraft.
Due to COVID, the show went virtual in 2020 and returned in 2021 with a full lineup of performers.
In 2023, 81-year-old Gord Price and his Yak-50 took to the skies for the last time in the final air show before retirement.

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The 2024 event will continue to set an industry milestone with exciting performances from the prestigious RAF Red Arrows and CF Snowbirds. Plans are already underway for these two themed acts to participate in joint flights and ground events that will provide an unforgettable experience for the audience.

75 tickets^th The Canadian International Air Show will go on sale in May 2024.
For updates and further announcements, visit www.cias.org and follow CIAS on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

ABOUT THE CANADA INTERNATIONAL AIR SHOW:

The Canadian International Air Show (CIAS) is Canada's largest and longest-running air show, located in downtown Toronto. It features modern military aircraft, vintage fighters, exciting aerobatics and more. air display full of jams showing. CIAS is celebrating its 75th anniversary^th Anniversary with 100 in 2024^th Royal Canadian Air Force Anniversary. For more information, visit cias.org.

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