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Canberra PR9
The first jet bomber to serve with the Royal Air Force, the English Electric Canberra was designed with no defensive armament, relying instead on high speed, an operational ceiling of 48,000 feet, and great manoeuvrability to avoid opposing fighter aircraft. The fact that the Canberra is still in service today is testimony to the quality of the original design. Currently the RAF operates two versions of the aircraft, the T4 is a dual control trainer, and dedicated reconnaissance missions are undertaken by the venerable Canberra PR9
Powerplant: Two Rolls-Royce Avon 206 turbojets of 11,250lb st
Span: 67ft l0in (20.66m)
Length: 66ft 5in (20.36m)
Max Speed: 547mph (876km/h)
Accommodation: Crew of 2
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Nimrod Mr2 and R1
The Nimrod MR2 is a maritime patrol aircraft used primarily in the roles of maritime surface surveillance, anti-submarine warfare, and search and rescue. Carrying a crew of 13, the aircraft is fitted with radar, magnetic and acoustic detection equipment.Nimrod MRA4 in a refurbishment programme managed by British Aerospace. The refurbished aircraft, to be delivered between 2004 and 2006, will have new wings, BMW/Rolls Royce fuel efficient engines, modern control systems, 'glass' cockpit instrumentation, and a comprehensive suite of the latest sensor, computer and communications equipment. The Nimrod maritime patrol aircraft can also assist in search and rescue (SAR) operations by searching for survivors, giving guidance to rescue craft at the scene, and dropping survival equipment if needed.
Powerplant: Four Rolls-Royce RB168-20 Spey 250 turbofans of 12,140lb st.
Span: 114ft 10in (35.00m)
Length: 126ft 9in (38.63m)
Max Speed: 575mph (926km/h)
Accommodation: Crew of 13
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