Canada's military aviation history reflects a proud tradition of excellence and valour displayed by its personnel throughout years of adversity, challenge and conflict. Aircraft of the Canadian military include an exotic blend of types from many different manufacturers. Many of these aircraft types have been uniquely modified for Canadian service.
This book is a brief summary of the majority of aircraft used by the various arms of Canada's air forces, from the early years of the Canadian Air Corps to the present Canadian Forces. Designed in an easy reference format, it includes a comprehensive list of all the aircraft types on strength from 1914 to the present. It provides the aircraft name, year taken on strength, year struck off strength and the quantity acquired, as well as a photograph, a brief operational description and specifications for each aircraft.
This splendid book is a comprehensive reference guide to all the aircraft types used by the Canadian Air Corps, Canadian Air Force, Royal Canadian Air Force, Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Army and the current Canadian Forces, including descriptions and specifications. It is an indispensable book for aviation enthusiasts.
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