It is with much disappointment that the Northwestern Ontario Aviation Heritage Centre (NOAHC)
notifies the public that our scheduled event 'Wings of Time: A Homecoming of the Harvards'
has been cancelled for this coming weekend , August 10th ,11,
due to unpredictable inclement weather in Southern Ontario where the aircraft are stationed.
Unfortunately, our scheduled rain date for the following weekend of August 17th ,18th,
is also cancelled due to the unavailability of several of the Harvards.
NOAHC plans to reschedule this event next summer 2025.
At this time, we wish to thank all our volunteers, and members for all their time and efforts
in helping to organize this wonderful event.
We also thank our local businesses and individuals for their generous support,
and the local media for helping to promote this fine event.
We would never have been able to plan this event without you! Thank you all so much!
We have confirmed attendance of 4 North American Harvards,
all of which were built here at the Canadian Car and Foundry,
Fort William in the 1950's. They served as Trainers for the RCAF post WW11.
Admission $2.00 per person, $5.00 per family.
The Wings of Time (Harvard) event will be open to the public from
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, August 10, and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 11.
The same hours apply to the rain dates the following weekend, August 17 & 18.
The aircraft will be on display at the Air Bravo ramp,
2063 Derek Burney Drive, Thunder Bay Airport
Click on the map image below
for a larger version of the map to Air Bravo's location.
Please Note! Anyone booked to go for a ride in the Harvards must be able to get in and out
of the aircraft with no assistance as per the Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association safety regulations.
Harvard rides must be booked in advance and there are a limited number of available spots.
Rides must be booked and paid for in advance of the event.
Overwhelming response has resulted in all rides being sold out!
The organizers have themed this event to the late 1940's, early 1950's,
and invite the public to dress as they would have during this time period.
There will be ‘40s and ‘50s swing music playing,
with a dance demo given by the local Swing Dance Club.
Reserve Squadron, Air Cadets, Pipes & Drums,
Ice Cream Vendor & Merchandise Table.
Supporting the atmosphere, Bob Manns will be driving his '52 Willys Jeep
for transportation between the parking lots and ramp,
and several vintage military vehicles will be on display.
Interested in sponsoring the Harvard event,
or a Harvard Flight?
As a non-profit organization, NOAHC is very excited to be hosting historic aircraft in our city.
However, it is a costly venture and if you can help out with a monetary donation to go towards fuel costs,
in particular, or wish to be a corporate sponsor, please click "Donate Now"
to make your donation through Canada Helps.
This is important for our records. Tax receipts will be available on request.
Of course there is also the option to pay cash, cheque, or credit card at the Centre itself
at 905 E. Victoria Ave Thunder Bay ON P7C 1B3. Or mail it in.
"In kind" donations (non-cash gifts which include goods, services, or time) are also welcome.
Please contact the NOAHC office by email at
noahc@tbaytel.net or phone 807 623 3522 for more information.
Or fill out the form below, or click this link:
Sponsor Form and we will contact you.
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