Buy your gifts online Great aviation gift ideas for all the family. Make a donation Make a difference through a donation. Leave a Legacy Leave a gift that inspires future generations. Schools and Colleges Fascinating workshops to inspire the next generation. Collections Online Explore our Collections online. Peak production was achieved during August when aircraft were produced. Lancasters first flew operationally in March and were well received by their aircrew.
The proven Rolls Royce Merlin engines were much in demand for many types of aircraft. For this reason a version of the aircraft was produced which made use of Bristol Hercules radial engines. The Lanc had speed, ceiling, and lifting power that no other aircraft of the day could match. Weighing 36, pounds empty, the Lancaster was capable of taking off with an additional 33, pounds of fuel and bombs; in other words it could almost carry its own weight again. Lancasters were built to accomplish their specific purpose and crew comfort and security was clearly a secondary consideration.
Generally flying under the cover of darkness, the Lancaster had virtually no defensive armour. The front, mid-upper, and rear gun turrets were hydraulically powered and carried a total of eight. Email: museum warplane. Phone: Fax: Canadian Warplane Heritage is a registered Canadian charity No. Hamilton Website Development by www. Toggle navigation MENU. Upcoming Events. Aircraft Collection. Canadian Military Aircraft Serial Numbers. School Visit Virtual Field Trip.
These engines were able to propel this heavy bomber for a top speed of mph for a maximum range of miles while being at a ceiling of feet. A mid-wing design with a twin tail, the Lancaster was powered by four 1,horsepower Merlins, had a wingspan of feet 31 metres , and was 69 feet 21 metres long. Of the 7, aircraft built, 3, were lost during the War 3, in action and in ground accidents. Begin typing your search term above and press enter to search.
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