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Camouflaging Sound from the Air
Mr. Sproule recalls being detailed to provide camouflage for the Army who was crossing a river - driving back Japanese from Burma.
Mid-Air Engine Failure
Mr. Sproule remembers experiencing a mid-air engine failure in a Typhoon during a test flight.
Flying on Fumes
Mr. Sproule recalls a mission during which his Typhoon suffered a mechanical failure, placing him in quite a predicament.
ATA Girls
Mr. Sproule remembers his surprise at seeing a female fighter pilot, and praises the abilities of the Air Transport Auxiliary.
Flight Training Accidents
Mr. Sproule recalls some dangerous incidents during his time as a flight instructor at Uplands Airport in Ottawa.
Flight Instructor in the Commonwealth Air Training Program
Mr. Sproule recalls his disappointment in being posted as flight instructor, rather than being posted overseas, and explains why it was necessary.
The Link Trainer
Mr. Sproule describes the Link Trainer - an early flight simulator used for the training of pilots.
Remembrance Day
Having recently experienced his first Remembrance Day as a retired servicemen and Veteran, Mr. Johnston recalls being impressed by the spirit of remembrance displayed by youth.
Message to Youth: It’s Our Canada
Mr. Johnston delivers a message to youth, passing on his belief that we as Canadians are responsible for defending the safety of our nation, and the freedoms for which it stands, in whatever way necessary.
Looking Back
Mr. Johnston looks back on his service, reflecting on how daily life as a retiree is so different from his time in the service, and how much he was away from home.
Provide Comfort and Northern Watch Missions
Mr. Johnston describes the difference between Provide Comfort and Northern Watch missions which he participated in during the Gulf War.
Preparations before Shipping Out
Mr. Johnston recalls the extremely high level of pre-conflict preparations he went through with the Americans before being deployed to the Gulf as part of a joint AWACS force.
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