The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) will conduct a flyover of a CP-140 Aurora aircraft over Esquimalt, British Columbia, on Friday, May 29, 2026. The flight is part of a scheduled training exercise, officials confirmed.
Details of the Flyover
The CP-140 Aurora, a long-range patrol aircraft used for surveillance and anti-submarine warfare, will soar over the Esquimalt area during the late morning. Residents may hear and see the aircraft as it passes at a low altitude. The RCAF emphasized that the flyover is routine and not in response to any specific event.
Community Impact
Local authorities have been notified of the exercise. The aircraft's flight path will avoid residential zones as much as possible, but some noise is expected. The RCAF advises that such training is essential for maintaining operational readiness.
This announcement comes as part of ongoing RCAF training activities across Canada. The CP-140 Aurora fleet is based at 19 Wing Comox and regularly conducts missions over coastal waters.
