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CF-105 Arrow (Rollout)
Avro Canada · Canada
October 4, 1957, was the official rollout of the first Avro Arrow. It was a massive, twin-engine delta-wing interceptor designed to destroy Soviet bombers over the North Pole. Though it flew in 1958, its 1957 debut was the peak of Canadian aviation pride before its controversial cancellation.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1957 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2,104 km/h (Mach 1.98) |
| Range | 2,500 km |
| Ceiling | 16,150 m |
| Engines | 2x Pratt & Whitney J75-P-3 turbojets |
Armament & Payload
Internal bay for 2x AIR-2 Genie or 8x AIM-4 Falcon missiles.