Canadair CT-114 Tutor
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The Canadair CT-114 Tutor is the RCAF and the later unified Canadian Forces jet trainer aircraft. It is the Canadian-built CL-41. Ordered in September 1961, the aircraft went on to serve as the Canadian Forces primary jet trainer until 2000, when it was replaced by the CT-156 Harvard II and CT-155 Hawk.
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The CT-114 Tutor has gained international fame for its role as an aerobatic aircraft. First serving with the Golden Centennaires in 1967, the aircraft was later selected for use by the Snowbirds, Canada's national aerobatic team. 22 Tutors continue to fly with the Canadian Forces with the Snowbirds and the Aerospace Engineering Test Establishment.
Modifications for the Snowbirds include: a smoke generating system, a unique paint scheme for added crowd appeal, and a highly tuned engine to enhance engine response in low level flying.
[edit] Specifications
General characteristics
- Crew: 2
- Length: (9.75 m)
- Wingspan: (11.13 m)
- Height: (2.84 m)
- Powerplant: 1× General Electric J85-CAN-40 turbojet, (2,700 lbf)
Performance
- Never exceed speed: 474 mph (763 km/h)
- Range: 403 miles (648 km)
- Service ceiling: 38,000 ft (11,850 m)
Armament
No armament, but the Tutor can carry external fuel tanks.
