The national defense acquired its first CP-140 Auroras in 1980. The RCAF took possession of 21 aircraft since then to carry out maritime patrols, anti-submarine warfare missions and even search and rescue operations. In 2014, a modernization of the Aurora took place, mainly affecting the structure and equipment. It thus becomes a command, control, communication, intelligence and surveillance platform. During the same year, some of them participated in Operation IMPACT against the forces of Daesh (or Islamic State) by carrying out 597 reconnaissance missions.
General characteristics
- Length: 35.61 m (116.8 ft)
- Height: 10.30 m (33.79 ft)
- Wingspan: 30.37 m (99.6 ft)
- Maximum gross weight: 64,410 kg (142,000 lb)
- Powerplant: Four turbo propellers Alison T-56-A-14-LFE
- Location:
- Comox (B.C.)
- Greenwood (N.S.)
Performance
- Maximum speed: 750 km/h (405 kts)
- Range: 7,400 km (3,996 nmi)