Pathway to the Stars: 100 Years of the Royal Canadian Air Force

by Michael Hood

Pathway to the Stars takes readers on a remarkable journey spanning one hundred years of the Royal Canadian Air Force. This beautifully illustrated book shares the rich history of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) on its 100th anniversary. Produced in partnership with the RCAF Foundation, Pathway to the Stars tells the story of the people, the technologies, and the events that shaped the RCAF from 1924 to 2024. Presenting 100 stories to align with 100 years of the RCAF, the book explores the many ways in which the RCAF contributed to advances in aviation over the past century, from the invention of the G-suit to the development of the first helicopter landing system on a naval ship to the design of the first flight-safety organization for investigating crashes. As we look forward to the next generation of the RCAF, Pathway to the Stars brings to light an inspirational story about Canada and its place in the world over the past century. Proceeds from this book support the ongoing programs of the RCAF Foundation, a Canadian charity that works to celebrate Canada's rich aviation history and future.

264 pages, Hardcover

Published October 24, 2023

Reviews

[Mike · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting history of the RCAF., includes brief biographies of some accomplished RCAF personal ranging form Billy Bishop to Chris Hadfield. Good appendices with various info including ALL aircraft ever used in the RCAF. Many great photos and brief overview of some of the trades with comments by personnel in those trades. I did spread reading this over a long period as I was reading other books, more of a pick it up when a few minutes area available and read some approach.

[John · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good overview of the RCAF. At times a bit of reparation.