1 Air Division

The RCAF de Havilland Comet

We have managed to accumulate a number of photos of the two Comets which were used by the RCAF. As can be expected, we would really appreciate your assistance in expanding the amount of material pertaining to the two Comets which were in the RCAF. If you happen to have any photo or slide - plese consider making this material available for processing and addition to this section of our web site.


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  1. Move of 412 (T) Squadron from Rockcliffe to Uplands - 8 November 1955.
    Courtesy National Archives of Canada.

    412 (T) Squadron moves from RCAF Station Rockcliffe to RCAF Station Uplands - 8 November 1955

  2. RCAF Comet VC-5302 on the ramp at Uplands - 7 January 1955.
    Courtesy Canadian Forces Joint Imagery Centre PL-101511.

  3. Larger image of RCAF Comet VC-5302 on the ramp at Uplands - 7 January 1955.
    Courtesy Canadian Forces Joint Imagery Centre PL-101511.

  4. Larger image of RCAF Comet VC-5302 on the ramp at Uplands - 7 January 1955.
    Note - If you look real close, you will see that the aircraft still has its original square windows. These windows are covered and taped - to imply that the Comet is not operational at the time.
    Courtesy Canadian Forces Joint Imagery Centre PL-101511.

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All photos are used with permission.

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Updated: March 27, 2005