Truro Flying Club

Thought this was the most effective way to share such sad news.
RIP, Sherry from your TFC co-pilots.

It is with great sadness that we write to inform you of the passing of LCdr (Ret’d) Sherry Richardson, a cherished member of the HMCS Sackville family.

Sherry's connection to Sackville spanned an extraordinary 36 years. She served as First Lieutenant from 1991 to 1994 and, from 1994 to 1999, made history as the first female Commanding Officer of Canada's Naval Memorial. Her naval career began in 1954 when she joined HMCS Donnacona in Montreal, and in the decades that followed she served as an air electronics technician, was commissioned into the Canadian Intelligence Corps, participated in Arctic operations with the Bedford Institute of Oceanography, and was recognized as a Parks Canada Hometown Hero in 2023.

To those of us who knew her aboard Sackville, she was someone who showed up; in fog, in gale-force winds, and on Battle of the Atlantic Sundays, because, as she put it: "She's my ship." That sense of pride and personal connection defined everything Sherry brought to this organization.

We will share further details, including obituary information, as they become available. In the meantime, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to share a memory of Sherry.

Fair winds and following seas.

Sincerely,

All of us at the Canadian Naval Memorial Trust

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Call to book your scenic filght experience today 902 662 2228

The NOTAM has been lifted CCQ3 is a bright and beautiful aerodrome!!

Bring the premier and toss in a couple of Air Tractors from FPL and Colchester County gets busy!
Truro Flying Club

May 2nd was a very big day for Mr Mason.....
Successful Commercial Flight test and well on his way to the next big step in his aviation career.

She's on her way!
Congratulations Brianna...
Successful Private Pilot Flight test this past weekend. Look at the

He did it!
Quinlan Sullivan passed his commercial flight test today!

Pictured with recommending instructor Matt Power!

Congratulations are in order!!!!!

Quinlan has the big smile…..Matt has a tight grib on Mary Brown.

Note the following safety/traffic advisory

Municipality of Colchester
1 Church Street
www.colchester.ca
Truro, NS, B2N 3Z5

Subject: Notice to Airport Users – Increased Activity at Debert Airport

To whom it may concern,

The Municipality of Colchester is advising all users of the Debert Airport of increased activity on site.

From May 1 to October 31, 2026, the airport will support seasonal wildfire management operations led by Forest Protection Limited, based out of the hangar at 266 Ventura Drive. This will result in increased aircraft movements, fueling activity, radio communications, and extended operating hours.

All users are asked to:
• Exercise increased caution when operating on the airfield
• Be aware that fire protection aircraft have priority use of the runways during active wildfire response
• Monitor radio communications closely for traffic updates
• Note that a NOTAM will be in effect requiring Prior Permission Required (PPR) for all aircraft, except fire protection operations: “PPR EXC FIRE PROTECTION ACFT”
• Follow all posted signage and restricted access areas
• Off-road vehicle use on runways is strictly prohibited, unless part of approved maintenance and pre-cleared through the Truro Flying Club front desk

Regular training exercises will occur weekly (typically Tuesdays beginning at noon for 2–3 hours). During these times, expect increased activity and possible temporary runway access limitations. Additional adjustments to airfield operations may occur as needed and will be communicated where possible.
Tony Adey has been engaged to provide on-site municipal oversight during periods of increased activity. When on site, he is authorized to act on behalf of the Municipality in operational matters. Contact: [email protected] | (902) 599-3795
We appreciate your cooperation as we support these essential operations and maintain safe, efficient use of the airport.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Jenn Mantin
Economic Development
[email protected]