9 Wing Gander
Among its many roles, 9 Wing Gander is responsible for providing search and rescue services throughout Newfoundland and Labrador as well as north-eastern Quebec. Crews of 103 Search and Rescue Squadron are ready to answer the call in one of the busiest search and rescue regions in Canada.
9 Wing Gander is located in central Newfoundland, Canada’s most easterly province. You will find us just north of the Trans Canada Highway adjacent to Gander International Airport. It’s only a five-minute walk from the International Airport Terminal to the main gate of 9 Wing/CFB Gander and 3 kms to the town proper.
9 Wing includes 9 Air Reserve Flight. It augments and supports the operations, administrative and technical functions of the base. The Wing is also host to CFS Lietrim Detachment Gander which operates and maintains signals intelligence.
In addition, the Wing operates and maintains a Canadian Coastal Radar on behalf of Fighter Group Canadian NORAD Region Headquarters.
As one of the principal military establishments in Newfoundland, the Wing supports Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre Detachment Corner Brook, 41 various Cadet Corps and maintains armories at Grand Falls-Windsor, Corner Brook and Stephenville.
History
9 Wing/CFB Gander is rich in aviation history. From its beginnings as a strategic location during the war, Gander served as a staging area for the Royal Air Force Ferry Command. Gander’s importance during the war continued to be equally important during peacetime.
Read about the history of 9 Wing Gander.
Squadrons
Equipment
Fidelitas
(Steadfastness)
Significance: The badge depicts the namesake of the town in Newfoundland where the radio station is located. A navy blue field denotes its past naval affiliations.
Command team
Lieutenant-Colonel Jenn Weissenborn, CD
Chief Warrant Officer Dianne Maidment
Wing news
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February 1, 2020
CAF-DND Sexual Misconduct Class Action Settlement
If you experienced sexual harassment, sexual assault or discrimination based on your sex, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation while serving in the Canadian Armed Forces or while employed for the Department of National Defence or for the Staff of the Non-Public Funds, Canadian Forces, you may be eligible for a compensation from this class action settlement.
January 31, 2020
CAF members demonstrate specialized Arctic skill sets with international partners
Canadian Armed Forces members and international personnel deploy to Nunavut on Operation Nanook-Nunalivut 2020.
February 25, 2020
Track and field for Masters Athletes 3: Physical assessment
A physical assessment is essential before planning your training program.
February 21, 2020
Eric Watts, a natural leader
When Eric Victor Watts enlisted in the RCAF on May 10, 1939, technically, he should not have been allowed to join. Nevertheless, he proved to be a natural leader.
February 19, 2020
Contact information
9 Wing Gander
PO Box 6000
Gander NL A1V 1X1
Public Affairs Officer
Phone: 709-256-1703 extension 1126
Fax: 709-256-1735
