
Air Bridge 2025
Emergency Response Exercise
A first-of-its-kind live simulation proving the role of General Aviation in crisis response.
September 27, 2025 | Stratford, Ontario (CYSA)
Event Overview
On September 27, VEAC pilots and emergency partners will join forces for Air Bridge 2025 — Ontario’s first GA Emergency Response Exercise. A one-day live simulation where your flying skills will make a real difference. This multi-agency event will recreate a disaster scenario, deploying GA pilots to deliver supplies, transport responders, and connect communities, just as they would during an actual emergency.
When: September 27, 2025 weather permitting (all day)
Where: Main operating base CYSA (City of Stratford Airport) with simulated emergency response flights to several other key municipal airports in Ontario (e.g. CYGK, CYTZ, CYXU)
Next Steps for Pilots
Already registered? Here’s what to do next:
Complete your online orientation briefing (link coming soon).
Review the GA Emergency Response Course (provided after registration).
Confirm your availability and assignment when notified.
Prepare your documents (licence, insurance, aircraft readiness).
Bring a headset, mobile phone, and be ready for coordination via WhatsApp.
Event Logistics
When
September 27, 2025
(all day, weather permitting)
Where
Stratford (CYSA) - Main base
Kingston (CYGK)
Toronto City (CYTZ)
London (CYXU)
Other partner airports
Schedule
Morning: pilot briefing and role assignment
Daytime: live exercise and coordination
Afternoon: debrief and wrap-up
News & Updates
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All registered pilots have been confirmed and initial assignments distributed.
August 31
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Online briefing sessions scheduled for early September. Details to follow.
August 30
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Weather conditions will be monitored closely leading up to exercise day.
August 29
Social Media
Follow us as the exercise unfolds
Use the official hashtag #AirBridge2025
Socials
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Aviation Weather
CYSA
METAR CYKF 251800Z AUTO 27014G23KT 9SM BKN039 BKN100 20/10 A2988 RMK SLP121 DENSITY ALT 2000FT
CYGK
METAR CYGK 251800Z 24015G21KT 15SM SCT050TCU BKN080 23/12 A2978 RMK TCU4AC1 SLP087 DENSITY ALT 1500FT
CYTZ
METAR CYTZ 251840Z AUTO 29014G24KT 290V350 8SM -RA FEW032 BKN043 BKN055 OVC095 18/14 A2986 RMK PCPN 0.8MM PAST HR SLP112 DENSITY ALT 700FT
Our partners
FAQs
Have more questions? Use our contact form, or email info@alliance-north.com.
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Registration now, which includes completing a short intake form online, then approx 2 (1 hour) online webinar sessions are planned prior to the exercise date and then a fun day of flying for the exercise on September 27 (note you will be contacted several days prior as part of the alert testing and response protocols) .
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Air Bridge 2025 is a weather-dependent event. Flights will only proceed if conditions meet safety requirements for participating pilots and aircraft. If weather prevents flying on September 27, we will [insert contingency here — e.g., reschedule to a backup date, shift to ground-based coordination only, or conduct a partial exercise].
Pilots will receive [insert method — e.g., email, text, or app alert] updates in the days leading up to the exercise and on the morning of the event. Safety is the priority — no pilot will be asked to fly outside of their comfort level or regulatory requirements.
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Only pilots demonstrating all regulatory requirements including currency can fly. However, any and all non-current or retired pilots can assist on the ground or in operations.
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Alliance North will be partnering with COPA and their insurance provider for event top-up insurance similar to COPA Discovery Flight events. All other normally required aircraft insurance requirements and pilot licence/ratings and medical/currency requirements will be validated. Safety is paramount for flying; a separate pilot safety briefing will take place prior to flights.
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Renters (e.g. block-time users) are welcome! If non-owner you must ensure the owner is aware and agreed to use the aircraft.
The Volunteer Emergency Air Corps (VEAC) is a program of Alliance North – Public Benefit Flying Canada, a non-profit organization dedicated to mobilizing general aviation for community good.