The Canadian Forces (CF) Snowbirds, 431 Air Demonstration Squadron are a Canadian icon comprised of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and National Defence Public Service employees.
Pilots, technicians (aviation, avionics, aircraft structure, supply), mobile support operators, resource management support clerks, an engineering officer, a logistics officer and a public affairs officer representing all three elements (Army, Navy and Air Force), work as a team to bring thrilling performances to the Canadian public. Serving as ambassadors of the CAF, the CF Snowbirds demonstrate the high level of skill, professionalism, teamwork, discipline, and dedication inherent in the men and women of the CAF and they inspire the pursuit of excellence wherever they go in North America.
TUTOR CT-114
General characteristics
- Length: 9.75 m (32 ft)
- Wingspan: 11.07 m (36.3 ft)
- Height: 2.85 m (9.37 ft)
- Empty weight: 4,840 lb (2,195 kg)
- Powerplant: 1 x General Electric J85-CAN-40 turbo jet.
- Thrust: 1,202 kg (2,650 lb)
- Crew: 2
Performance
- Maximum speed: 782 km/h (422 kts)
- Climb rate: 4,220 ft/min (21,4 m/s)
- Service ceiling: 44 500 ft (11 850 m)
- Range: 648 km (350 nmi)