Avro Canada CF-105 Arrow
The Avro Canada CF-105 Arrow was a delta-winged interceptor aircraft designed and built by Avro Canada in the 1950s. The Arrow was intended to serve as the Royal Canadian Air Force's primary interceptor during the Cold War, capable of flying at Mach 2 speeds and reaching altitudes of 50,000 feet.
Design and Development[edit | edit source]
The CF-105 Arrow was developed in response to the perceived threat of Soviet bombers during the Cold War. The design featured a sleek, delta-wing configuration, which was cutting-edge for its time. The aircraft was powered by two Pratt & Whitney J75 engines, although it was originally intended to use the more advanced Orenda Iroquois engines.
The Arrow's design incorporated several advanced technologies, including fly-by-wire controls and a sophisticated weapons system. The aircraft was designed to carry air-to-air missiles and was equipped with advanced radar systems for target acquisition.
Operational History[edit | edit source]
The first flight of the CF-105 Arrow took place on 25 March 1958. The aircraft demonstrated impressive performance, achieving speeds of over Mach 1.9 during test flights. However, despite its promising capabilities, the Arrow program faced numerous challenges, including escalating costs and political opposition.
On 20 February 1959, a date now known as "Black Friday" in Canadian aviation history, the Canadian government abruptly cancelled the Arrow program. This decision led to the destruction of all completed aircraft and prototypes, as well as the termination of thousands of jobs at Avro Canada.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
The cancellation of the CF-105 Arrow remains a controversial topic in Canadian history. Many aviation enthusiasts and historians view the Arrow as a lost opportunity for Canada to establish itself as a leader in aerospace technology. The aircraft's design and capabilities continue to be studied and admired by aviation experts around the world.
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The Avro Arrow during a test flight
Unveiling of the CF-105 Arrow
Avro Arrow on display at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum
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