Avro Arrow Research Paper

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The Blueprints for The avro arrow Disappear and Models Destroyed
Nov. 20, 2017
Fanny Schmitt
Aylmer - Roughly forty years ago Canadian engineers finally had a breakthrough in technology. After these accomplishments, the plans and models were destroyed and stolen for selfish gain. From the stolen blueprints, they were able to create a better aircraft that was able to fly 1,060 mph and reach roughly 15,500 feet in altitude. Astonishingly, out of the Avro Arrows 120 built, only one survives, though unable to make another flight. These jets had their beginnings when engineers continued to build stronger, better aircrafts for the oncoming war. Unbeknownst to a group of engineers, the government was well on their way to creating their aircrafts,

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