1 April 2024 marks 100 years of service for the Royal Canadian Air Force as a distinct military element. The Centennial milestone places the RCAF in a unique position to honour its distinct heritage; recognize its tremendous people today; and generate excitement for its bright future. This is an opportunity to fuel internal and external support in the organization that instills pride in Your Air Force, while creating an enduring legacy that propels the institution forward into its next century of service. Canada’s Air Force will be showcased in a past, present and future context, with a focus on highlighting contributions to national safety and security, international peace and global stability.
The RCAF 2024 Team are curating a year-long program that includes International, National and Regional events, such as the RCAF Run, RCAF Gala, Legends of the Sky, and allied air demonstration team participation in Air Shows across Canada, as well as activities to Inspire future generations of Canadians through STEM initiatives, such as the RCAF Gaming Tournament.
The RCAF Centennial is an opportunity to showcase Air Force personnel and their accomplishments, demonstrate air and space power, enhance the reputation of the RCAF, and proudly honour its distinguished history and heritage.
Where we started.
Where we are.
Where we are going.
Explore an in-depth look at the heritage of the RCAF as well as what we are doing now to prepare and protect Canada in the future.
Celebrate with us!
Join in the festivities and attend an event near you that will be celebrating the RCAF Centennial. Events of all types, including your favourite Air Shows, will be held across Canada throughout 2024 to commemorate this milestone.
Official RCAF Centennial gear designed for aerospace enthusiasts of all ages. Help support the Centennial Fund by purchasing items from this exclusive, and limited edition, RCAF Centennial product line.
Learn more about the evolution of the RCAF through memorable milestones and moments, our aircraft, and people, that have helped build and shape the RCAF you know it to be today.
The Royal Canadian Air Force Centennial Fund has been established to support RCAF families and INSPIRE Canada’s next generation of aviators. INSPIRE aims to engage Canada’s youth in pursuing careers in aviation, space, and STEM.
Earn your wings! The RCAF Run is an opportunity to experience both the camaraderie and aircraft that make the RCAF unique. We invite participants of all abilities and fitness levels, both here and abroad, to Earn your Wings with us at the 2024 RCAF Run.
Earn your wings! The RCAF Run is an opportunity to experience both the camaraderie and aircraft that make the RCAF unique. We invite participants of all abilities and fitness levels, both here and abroad, to Earn your Wings with us at the 2024 RCAF Run.
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The Canadian Forces (CF) Snowbirds, 431 Air Demonstration Squadron are a Canadian icon comprised of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and National Defence Public Service employees. Learn more and see where you may see them flying this season!
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Get in the game with RCAF Game Force! Open to the Canadian public, participants will have the opportunity to connect and compete with RCAF Members both here at home and abroad.
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