Dee Brasseur
Deanna Marie "Dee" Brasseur, CM (born September 9, 1953) is a Canadian retired military officer (Major). She is credited as being Canada's very first female fighter pilot, one of the first three women to earn her wings as a Canadian Forces military pilot for active duty, and one of the first two female CF-18 Hornet fighter pilots in the world.
Dee Brasseur | |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | Deanna Marie Brasseur September 9, 1953 Pembroke, Ontario |
| Known for | One of the first female RCAF Fighter Pilots |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Canada |
| Branch/service | Air Command |
| Years of service | 1972–1994 |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | 416 Squadron |
| Commands | 417 Squadron - Flight Commander |
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