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Aviation & Aerospace

Exploring the engineering and history of flight through my journey in the Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

Cessna 152
Training Aircraft

A two-seat, fixed-tricycle-gear, general aviation airplane, used primarily for flight training and personal use.


Wingspan

33 ft 4 in (10.16 m)

Length

24 ft 1 in (7.34 m)

Engine

Lycoming O-235-L2C

Speed

107 knots (123 mph)

Schweizer SGS 2-33
Training Glider

A two-seat, high-wing, strut-braced training glider that has been the primary trainer for the Air Cadet program for decades.


Wingspan

51 ft (15.54 m)

Length

25 ft 9 in (7.85 m)

Speed

Vne 98 mph (158 km/h)

Bell CH-146 Griffon
Utility Transport Helicopter

A multi-purpose utility helicopter used by the Royal Canadian Air Force for search and rescue, transport, and tactical support.


Engine

Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3D

Speed

135 knots (250 km/h)

Cadet Training

Through the Proficiency Level program, I am gaining hands-on experience in aerospace, airport operations, and aircraft identification.

Aerodynamics
Navigation
Meteorology
Radio Comms