Keep your eyes peeled because you might spot helicopters streaking across the sky on July 11 and 12.
According to Royal Canadian Air Force, three CH-147F Chinook type helicopters will fly over Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Cowansville and Farnham on Monday and Tuesday.
They also made a detour to Montreal on Monday.
1/2 PSA ⚠️
Three CH-147F Chinook helicopters from the 450th Tactical Helicopter Squadron will perform training flights over the areas of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Cowansville and Farnham on July 11 and 12, 2022. pic.twitter.com/Yxpukpp7rE
— Royal Canadian Air Force (@ARC_RCAF) July 11, 2022
But why?
This military exercise aims to prepare the crews for any natural disaster that may occur in the country.
2/2 Helicopter crews hone their skills to be ready for any potential operation. This specific scenario simulates the response to a natural disaster in Canada. CAF operations of this nature are referred to as Operation LENTUS.
— Royal Canadian Air Force (@ARC_RCAF) July 11, 2022