The Canadian Air Force's CF-18 Demonstration Team personifies the excellence required to keep the Canadian Air Force among the best aviation organizations on the planet.

The expertise and dedication required by the team, from the pilot to the maintenance crews, reflects the professionalism of all of Canada's airmen and airwomen.

This year, the CF-18 Demonstration Team has paid exceptional tribute to the Canadian Navy and its 2010 Centennial with a special paint scheme to commemorate this important milestone in which all Canadians can take pride.

Sadly, only the first half of the regular air show season could be completed this year, as the Demo Hornet was lost in a crash on July 23 during a practice session for the Alberta International Airshow in Lethbridge, Alta. Thankfully - by virtue of his thorough training and quick reaction - the demo pilot, Captain Brian Bews, was able to successfully eject from the aircraft. Insufficient time to nominate and fully prepare a substitute pilot has made the continuation of the 2010 show season untenable.

The CF-18 Demo Team eagerly anticipates its return in the 2011 show season.