24 cadets; 12 cadets at 0845, and another 12 at 1245,, for a scheduled day of gliding at CFS Abbotsford, which is on the east side of the airport, not at the terminal building. The street address for CFS Abbotsford is 1593 Threshold Drive, Abbotsford. From Highway 1, the route to CFS Abbotsford is via south on Mt. Lehman Road, east on Marshall Road, south on Queen Street through the airport gate, then east and curving south to the Abbotsford Air Show compound.
Cadets should wear appropriate civilian attire, and should be aware that the airfield environment can change from warm and comfortable to windy and miserably cold (and vice versa) within just a couple of hours. Cadets are expected to dress in civilian clothing that is appropriate to any weather that might be encountered throughout the day. The most common errors are wearing clothing that is too light, and not bringing a jacket appropriate to conditions. Proper sun protection, including hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen, is essential for a safe and comfortable experience. Closed-toe footwear is mandatory…no flip-flops or sandals. Cadets will be on their feet all day, on paved and grass surfaces; footwear that has a good tread and some support will maximize comfort
The CFS Abbotsford cell phone number (monitored from one hour before flying starts) is 431-371-6976. Parents are not permitted on the airfield, however they can watch the gliding from the end of the airfield.