Historical information

Historical Details: Example of the Avon Engine built locally by CAC to support the local manufacture of the GAF Canberra Bombers. Description: The Avon was first run in 1946 and entered service in 1950.

When Australia decided to build the Sabre the Avon engine was chosen as its power plant and CAC built the Avon under licence.

The Avon powered many aircraft including the GAF Canberra and H. Level of Importance:

Inscriptions & markings

s/n CA21504A