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RAMWC Aircraft Donation to the CATPM

Press Release [Brandon, MB – December 13, 2024]  The Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum (CATPM) is excited to announce the arrival of a number of British Commonwealth Air Training Plan (BCATP) aircraft, various aircraft engines and parts, all courtesy of the generosity of the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada (RAMWC). The RAMWC of Winnipeg has a long-standing partnershipContinue reading “RAMWC Aircraft Donation to the CATPM”

The Mark Humphries Orchestra Concert

What an amazing concert by the Mark Humphries Orchestra on Sunday!  We are so proud to showcase a true musical gem in our community, and grateful that over 400 came to watch because they know it as well!   Mark, thank you for your incredible generosity, enthusiasm and hard work to get this idea goingContinue reading “The Mark Humphries Orchestra Concert”

Big Events in November!

November will see a number of events at/for the museum, so mark your calendar! November 5th at 1:30 pm will feature renowned author, Ted Barris, presenting a talk related to his latest book, The Battle of Britain: Canadian Airmen in their Finest Hour. Barris is the author of many best selling books, including Behind theContinue reading “Big Events in November!”

CATPM at the Battle of Britain Ceremony

As many know, the Battle of Britain was a major battle fought in the second world war. It took place from July to October 1940 and was fought entirely in the air as Hitler’s forces attempted to clear the RAF from the skies as a prelude to invasion. Many Canadians fought in this battle, manyContinue reading “CATPM at the Battle of Britain Ceremony”