Tag Archives: airplanes

CF-DDR

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Katherine

CF-DDR, 1946 Fleet model 80 Canuck at the Campbell River airport The Fleet Model 80 Canuck is a Canadian aircraft featuring two seats in side-by-side configuration. The Canuck was designed for the flight training, personal use and light commercial roles. … Continue reading →

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Not your normal view – CP-107 Argus

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Katherine

As early as 1952 the RCAF issued requirements for a new long-range patrol Aircraft to replace the wartime Lancaster. By 1958, less than three years from contract start, the first Argus was airborne and on 1 May 1958, CFB Greenwood … Continue reading →

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C-FGCN

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Katherine

C-FGCN, a Canadian North Boeing 737-36N (737-300) at Comox Valley Airport The internal front stairs are an interesting feature of this airplane. Length: 32.49 meters    Wingspan: 31.09 meters Tail Height: 11.38 meters  Fuselage width: 3.76 m Engine type (x2) CFM56-3B-1 … Continue reading →

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Not your normal view – Comox Valley Airport

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Katherine

The Comox Valley Airport viewed from above the CP-121 Tracker at the Comox Air Force Museum

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C-GBPC

Posted on July 3, 2014 by Katherine

  C-GBPC, a Pacific Coastal Airlines Beech 1900C at the Comox airport Crew: 1-2 Passengers: 19 Propulsion: 2 x 954 kW Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-65B Cruise Speed:  330 km/h Max Speed : 459 km/h Service Ceiling:  7.620 m Rate … Continue reading →

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CC-177 Globemaster III

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Katherine

RCAF Boeing CC-177 Globemaster III at CFB Comox

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CC-115 Buffalo

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Katherine

RCAF de Havilland Canada DHC-5 CC-115 Buffalo search and rescue (SAR) aircraft approaching CFB Comox

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C-FKCN

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Katherine

Canadian North Boeing 737-36N – registration C-FKCN

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