Defence Stories On 21 January 2021, the Aerospace Engineering Test Establishment (AETE) achieved Initial Operational Capability (IOC) of the Engineering Flight Test Rationalization (EFTR) initiative. AETE is in the process of making engineering test and evaluation (ET&E) services more effective, efficient, and sustainable: AETE is relocating to Ottawa, transforming its organizational structure and collaborating with the National Research Council Flight Research Laboratory (NRC FLR) and Transport Canada Aircraft Services Directorate (TC ASD) at Ottawa Macdonald–CartierRead More

4 WING PAO A CH-147 Chinook helicopter from 450 Tactical Helicopter Squadron (based in Petawawa) recovered a CH-146 Griffon helicopter from the Cold Lake Air Weapons Range (CLAWR), on 15 January 2019. The overall effort was supported by many key players, such as; 1 Wing Headquarters’ 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron (based in Edmonton), 4 Wing Cold Lake integral units: 4 Operational Support Squadron, 417 Combat Support Squadron, 4 Wing Recovery and Salvage and a lodgerRead More

As 2018 draws to a close, we would like to extend our best wishes for the holiday season. This time of the year is celebrated in many different ways, depending on our cultures, traditions and beliefs and we hope that for all of you, in your own way; will make time for celebrations and relaxing with family and friends. We would like to thank the families of all the members of AETE for the supportRead More