This CF-100 was manufactured by Avro Aircraft Limited in Malton, Ontario in 1958. It was received by the RCAF in August 1958. Around 1972 the CF-100 was converted to an electronic warfare aircraft to train fighter pilots and radar operators. The aircraft was flown to Rockcliffe in October 1979 and then transferred to the Museum.
Avro Canada
CF-100 MK.5D
The CF-100 and its Orenda jet engines were designed and built in Canada. As an all-weather interceptor with a long range and powerful radar, it was ideal for northern air defence, and was probably the best all-weather fighter of its time. The last CF-100 retired in September 1981. A total of 692 were built.