Development and Purpose
The CC-150 Polaris is a multi-purpose transport aircraft, developed by the Airbus Industries consortium for the Royal Canadian Air Force. This aircraft is built on the base of the commercial airliner Airbus A310.
Versatile Configurations
The CC-150 is intended to replace the Boeing 707 and CC-130 Hercules transport aircraft. It is produced in two main configurations: a passenger version, which can transport up to 194 armed soldiers or 202 passengers, and a cargo version, capable of carrying up to 14,770 kg of freight.
Operational Deployment
A total of five aircraft were ordered and delivered. They began entering service with the 8th Squadron of the RCAF starting in 1992.
Technical Specifications
| Modification | CC-150 |
| Wingspan, m | 43.90 |
| Length, m | 46.66 |
| Height, m | 15.80 |
| Wing area, m2 | 219.00 |
| Empty weight | 113000 |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 150900 |
| Engine type | 2 General Electric CF6-80C2A2 turbofan engines |
| Thrust, kN | 2 x 23586 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 861 |
| Practical range, km | 11668 |
| Service ceiling, m | 13667 |
| Crew | 2 |
| Payload | up to 194 armed soldiers or 202 passengers or up to 14770 kg of cargo |
Image gallery of the CC-150 Polaris
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