Avro Canada CF-105 Arrow all-weather interceptor

The Avro Canada CF-105 "Arrow", a supersonic two-seat all-weather interceptor, designed and produced by Avro Aircraft Limited was introduced for the RCAF in Malton, Ontario, October 4, 1957, the same day as the first Russian " Sputnik "criticized outside the orbit. The RCAF had decided to develop its own supersonic interceptor when no known project could meet its specifications for a two-seat, twin-engine machine with advanced firepower, capable of a speed of Mach 2.5, the range of approximately 2,000 miles and an operational ceiling of 60,000 feet.

CF-18 Hornet Canadian Multi-Role Fighter Jet

Boeing CF-18 Hornet (military designation: CF-188) is an multi-role fighter jet designed and manufactured by McDonnell Douglas, now part of Boeing Integrated Defense System and (BIDS), USA. The plane was built for the Canadian Forces and is based on its predecessor, F/A 18 Hornet.

The aircraft can be used for air defense, air superiority, tactical support, training, exams, acrobatics and aerospace and evaluation.



The Canadian Forces initially acquired 128 CF-18 Hornet of which 25 were lost in accidents and 43 were sold to an undisclosed customer. The fleet is expected to be decommissioned between 2017 and 2020.