The Royal Canadian Air Force and the U.S. Air Force carry out a joint flypast over Ottawa to mark the Fourth of July. The observance coincides with U.S. celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, according to reporting from Toronto-based media. City News Toronto notes that people gather at the official residence of U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra ahead of the flypast. The Globe and Mail reports that Ambassador Hoekstra uses the occasion to highlight Canada’s planned incoming F-35 fighter fleet, positioning the event as an opportunity to draw attention to aviation cooperation and future capabilities. Other coverage likewise describes the flypast as a Canadian and American air force event planned for Ottawa on the holiday. Across the sources, the central points are that both countries’ air forces take part in an aerial display over the Canadian capital, that the date aligns with U.S. Independence Day festivities, and that the U.S. ambassador is publicly associated with remarks tied to Canada’s F-35 procurement. The articles do not provide additional details on aircraft types, timing, or specific flight paths.