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New Commander for Canada's Air Force
By FlyingNews @ 1:14 PM :: 339 Views ::
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OTTAWA - Command of Canada's Air Force officially changed hands at a ceremony held today at the Canada Aviation Museum.
Lieutenant-General Angus Watt assumed command of the Air Force, taking over from Lieutenant-General Steve Lucas at a ceremony presided over by General Rick Hillier, the Chief of the Defence Staff.
"The Air Force has made remarkable strides forward under the command of LGen Lucas," said LGen Watt. "The Air Force is truly on the path of renewing, revitalizing and developing its capabilities to help face Canada's defence and security challenges of the 21st century. I look forward to having the opportunity to lead the highly professional men and women of Canada's Air Force in this important mission."
As the Commander of Air Command and Chief of the Air Staff, LGen Watt will advise the Chief of the Defence Staff on Air Force issues. He is also responsible for generating and maintaining combat-capable, multi-purpose air forces to meet Canada's defence objectives.
LGen Watt began his career as a Sea King helicopter pilot. His recent appointments have included Director of Operations for NORAD, Assistant Chief of the Air Staff and Deputy Commander (Air) for the NATO International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan.
LGen Lucas is retiring after 38 years of distinguished service.
Source: Air Force Public Affairs / Department of National Defence |
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