New commander for 51 Aerospace Control and Warning (Operational Training) Squadron

There’s a new commander of 51 Aerospace Control and Warning (Operational Training) Squadron at 22 Wing CFB North Bay.

Major Brenda Tinsley, the first female to command a squadron at the base, has relinquished command to Major Andrew Lunn.

“Major Tinsley’s commitment to excellence, innovative approach, and passion for leading change have effectively prepared 22 Wing members to successfully execute the NORAD mission. Under her leadership, the establishment of a modern, world-class Mission Training Center will allow 22 Wing to be better prepared to meet increasingly complex and diverse threats. She should be proud of her command and know that she has truly made a difference,” says Colonel Mark Roberts, 22 Wing and Canadian Air Defence Sector Commander.

“It has been a great privilege to command 51 AC&W (OT) Squadron. The Jaegers are some of the most dedicated and hard-working operators, instructors, and aviators I have had the honour of working with – the future of the RCAF is in good hands! Maj. Lunn brings a wealth of battle management and training systems experience to the fight; he will be an excellent fit and I wish him all the best,” says Major Brenda Tinsley, Outgoing Commanding Officer, 51 AC&W (OT) Squadron.

“I am grateful for the opportunity to take command of 51 Aerospace Control & Warning (Operational Training) Squadron. This squadron holds a fundamental role in NORAD, using the highly trained officers and NCMs to train the future control and surveillance experts of the RCAF. I wish BJ good luck at Staff College,” says Major Andrew Lunn, Incoming Commanding Officer, 51 AC&W (OT) Squadron.

Lunn was the former Deputy Commanding Officer of 21 Aerospace Control & Warning Squadron and Logistics Committee Chair for this year’s Relay For Life.

(Photo credit: Corporal Robert Ouellette, 22 Wing Imagery Technician)