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Canadair CL-415
The Canadair 415 Water-bomber carries a water load of 6,123
kilograms (13,500 lbs.) Length 65 feet, wingspan 95 feet and gross weight, after scooping
23,319 kilograms (47,000 lbs). The two Pratt & Whitney turboprops mounted on above
wing nacells generate 2380 shaft horsepower each. The first Canadair 415 was deliveried in
1994. This plane with one other, was on loan to British Columbia from Quebec along with
her crews. The Quebec crews found the mountains terrain and altitude changes very
challenging.
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The
415 taxis out after a crew change. Notice the Province of Quebec insignia on the side.
Notice also all the winglets, dorsal/ventral fins on the tailplane to enhance low speed
handling. |
The
415 taking off as runway crews are quickly dousing the grass after a pyrotechnic display. |
The
415 rises quickly after take-off and is framed by the tail of a C-141 Starlifter |
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