Avro Anson
Civilian
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The Avro Anson multirole trainer, introduced in 1935, achieved remarkable production and exceptional operational longevity throughout World War II and beyond. Three crew operated this 12.9-meter British aircraft spanning 17.2 meters, powered by twin engines reaching 302.6 km/h for training and utility missions. Its reliability became legendary within the Royal Air Force.
Specifications
- Role
- Multirole aircraft, primarily a trainer
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Crew
- 3
- Engines
- 2
- First flight
- 1935
- Length
- 12.9 m
- Wingspan
- 17.2 m
- Max speed
- 303 km/h