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Canberra B Mk 2
English Electric · UK
The Canberra was Britain's first jet-powered bomber. It was so successful that it was licensed by the US as the B-57. Its ability to fly higher than most interceptors of the time made it a premier reconnaissance platform.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1950 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 933 km/h |
| Range | 4,270 km |
| Ceiling | 15,000 m |
| Engines | 2x Rolls-Royce Avon R.A.3 turbojets |
Armament & Payload
Up to 6,000 lb of internal ordnance.