Canberra B2 WK163 is operated by Classic Aviation Projects and appears in the markings of the 'Napier Scorpion Canberra' which set the world height record to 70,000 feet, seen here just after landing at Duxford Autumn Air Day in 2000. Aircraft Type: Three Crew Light Jet Bomber Country of Origin: United Kingdom Engines: 2 x Rolls Royce Avon 101 Jet Engines developing 6,500lb of thrust. Armament: Bomb Load of 6,000 lb (all internally stored) Dimensions: Wing Span: 63ft 11.5 in. Length: 65ft 6 in. Height: 15ft 7 in. Wing Area: 960 sq. feet Weights: Empty: 22,200lb. Max Takeoff: 46,000lb. Performance: Max Speed: 570 mph at 40,000ft. Service Ceiling: 48,000ft Max Range: 2,660 miles. Operators: RAF, RAAF, USAF Promoting UK Aviation Heritage * Please note: These figures are for guide purposes only. Please refer to published text books for further information. [Search Site] [Free News Update] [Air Links Directory] [UK Air Museums Directory] [Homepage] [About Us] [Contact Us] [Site Map] ©2000-2007 Flyingzone Publications - All Rights Reserved - All Trademarks Recognised Crown Copyright is reproduced with the permission of the Controller of Her Majesty's Stationary Office