First and last supersonic interceptor designed and built in Canada; developed between 1953 and 1959
Developed to counter jet-powered Soviet bombers that had potential to attack North America via the Canadian Arctic
Fitted with innovative technologies, including a fly-by-wire control system and a computerized control system that allowed the pilot to operate the aircraft electronically
Cancelled February 20, 1959 (known as "Black Friday"), a decision that remains controversial today
An icon of Canadian aviation history, it is featured in books, television programs, paintings and films
Drew international expertise to Canada with its U.K.-born chief engineer James C. Floyd and gifted Polish-born test pilot Janusz Zurakowski
