🛩️ CP-140 Aurora Military Flyby Over North Vancouver: Don’t Miss the Epic Roar Above the City!

 

Heads up, North Vancouver! If you hear a thunderous roar in the sky on Wednesday morning (July 2)—don’t panic. That’s not a storm brewing—it’s the Royal Canadian Air Force’s CP-140 Aurora doing a special low flyby over the Burrard Dry Dock Pier. And trust us, you’ll want to look up for this one.

👀 What’s Going Down (or Up) in the Sky?

At 9:50 a.m. sharp, a CP-140 Aurora—Canada’s legendary long-range patrol aircraft—will swoop over the North Shore. It’s all part of a commemorative flyby to honour HMCS Vancouver, a Canadian naval ship recognized for its heroic role during Operation Mobile in Libya back in 2011.

📜 The flyby is a salute to the ship’s Battle Honour “LIBYA”, a rare military recognition for enforcing the no-fly zone and protecting civilians during the conflict.



✈️ What Is the CP-140 Aurora?

This beast of the skies is a four-engine, 35-metre-long surveillance aircraft used by the RCAF for everything from submarine hunting to search-and-rescue ops. If you’ve ever spotted a massive silhouette patrolling the coastline, chances are it was the Aurora.

🌐 Want to geek out more? Read about the CP-140 Aurora on Wikipedia.

📍 Best Places to Watch the Flyby

Want front-row seats to this sky spectacle? Be at one of these North Van sweet spots:

  • Burrard Dry Dock Pier (best view!)

  • Waterfront Park

  • Lower Lonsdale

  • Across the water: Stanley Park also offers a panoramic view!

🕘 Time: Around 9:50 a.m.
📅 Date: Wednesday, July 2
🔭 Altitude: Minimum 500 feet above tallest point

Yes—it’s low, loud, and absolutely awe-inspiring.

🎖️ Why This Matters

This isn’t just a cool photo op (though you should totally bring your camera 📸). It’s a powerful tribute to Canada’s naval and air force teams. Moments like these bring history to life—and connect us with the brave people protecting our skies and seas.

📲 Pro tip: Share your best flyby photo with the hashtag #RCAFFlybyYVR to be featured in our community gallery!

🚀 Meet the Pilots

Flying the Aurora will be the elite team from 407 Long Range Patrol Squadron, based at CFB Comox on Vancouver Island. These aviators know how to navigate mountains, oceans, and urban skies with precision.

🔁 Quick Recap:

📝 Detail📍 Info
EventCP-140 Aurora RCAF Flyby
DateWednesday, July 2
TimeAround 9:50 a.m.
LocationBurrard Dry Dock Pier, North Van
AircraftCP-140 Aurora (Long-Range Patrol)
HonouringHMCS Vancouver – Libya Service 2011
Operated By407 Squadron, CFB Comox

🎬 Be There or Miss Out

This is one of those once-in-a-blue-moon events where history, military pride, and local scenery collide—literally overhead. So grab your coffee, wear your shades, and head to the waterfront early.

👉 Check out more local events on our Vancouver Events Calendar

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