Aircraft at YVR, military

[oicur12]

Hey all,

Are the hornets sitting in temp hangers at YVR there for "security" during the olympics or are they just on a regular deployment.

If they are, what security issue is envisaged that a supersonic fighter would be able to solve?

[efisdisplay]

They are there for 2010 security. As for there role it is probably interception and also surveillance as part of a larger force. Ready for any possibilities. Normally the closest F18 are in Cold Lake, AB.

[oicur12]

OK. thanks. Still seems odd to me.

Interception is probably what the hornet was designed for.

But security?

[rigpiggy]

Couldn't have some C182 fumble into YVR without proper security clearance.