The Arrow's Ghost: A Legacy of Lost Potential
Following the Arrow's cancellation, all completed jets, blueprints, & manufacturing equipment were to be destroyed. This controversial decision prevented the aircraft from being sold or preserved. The fallout led to a 'brain drain' as many of Canada's top aerospace engineers moved to the US, contributing to NASA's Mercury and Apollo programs. #Canada #AvroArrow #Engineering #History π¨π¦
The Arrow's Ghost: A Legacy of Lost Potential
Following the Arrow's cancellation, all completed jets, blueprints, & manufacturing equipment were to be destroyed. This controversial decision prevented the aircraft from being sold or preserved. The fallout led to a 'brain drain' as many of Canada's top aerospace engineers moved to the US, contributing to NASA's Mercury and Apollo programs. #Canada #AvroArrow #Engineering #History π¨π¦
Black Friday: The Day the Arrow Died
On February 20, 1959, a day known in the industry as 'Black Friday,' the Diefenbaker government abruptly cancelled the Avro Arrow project. The decision was attributed to soaring costs & the advent of missile technology. The cancellation immediately put nearly 15,000 highly skilled Avro employees & thousands more in the supply chain out of work. #Canada #AvroArrow #Aviation #CanadianHistory #ColdWar π¨π¦
Black Friday: The Day the Arrow Died
On February 20, 1959, a day known in the industry as 'Black Friday,' the Diefenbaker government abruptly cancelled the Avro Arrow project. The decision was attributed to soaring costs & the advent of missile technology. The cancellation immediately put nearly 15,000 highly skilled Avro employees & thousands more in the supply chain out of work. #Canada #AvroArrow #Aviation #CanadianHistory #ColdWar π¨π¦
Avro Arrow: Canada's Lost Aviation Dream π¨π¦βοΈ
Feb 20, 1959: Canada abruptly cancelled the Avro Arrow, a cutting-edge supersonic jet. Thousands lost jobs & all plans were destroyed. The cancellation is controversial, seen by many as a blow to Canada's aerospace industry and a symbol of lost potential. What could have been? π€
#Canada #AvroArrow #CanadianHistory #Aerospace
Avro Arrow: Canada's Lost Aviation Dream π¨π¦βοΈ
Feb 20, 1959: Canada abruptly cancelled the Avro Arrow, a cutting-edge supersonic jet. Thousands lost jobs & all plans were destroyed. The cancellation is controversial, seen by many as a blow to Canada's aerospace industry and a symbol of lost potential. What could have been? π€
#Canada #AvroArrow #CanadianHistory #Aerospace
My Akask sculpture is now on long-term display at the Canadian Air and Space Conservancy https://www.avroarrow203.com/. It is in the far left corner of the hangar, in the βwhat if?β section. Thanks to Aura Arias and the Conservancy volunteers!
The Arrow's Ghost: A Legacy of Lost Potential
Following the Arrow's cancellation, all completed jets, blueprints, & manufacturing equipment were to be destroyed. This controversial decision prevented the aircraft from being sold or preserved. The fallout led to a 'brain drain' as many of Canada's top aerospace engineers moved to the US, contributing to NASA's Mercury and Apollo programs. #Canada #AvroArrow #Engineering #History π¨π¦
The Arrow's Ghost: A Legacy of Lost Potential
Following the Arrow's cancellation, all completed jets, blueprints, & manufacturing equipment were to be destroyed. This controversial decision prevented the aircraft from being sold or preserved. The fallout led to a 'brain drain' as many of Canada's top aerospace engineers moved to the US, contributing to NASA's Mercury and Apollo programs. #Canada #AvroArrow #Engineering #History π¨π¦
Sharing bits of Canada 'ehπ¨π¦
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