RCAF retires the Buffalo
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It certainly has been an icon on the Canadian West coast with quite a distinctive sound, from the the 3,000 hp engines. This Comox based Buffalo landed at Port McNeil. It backed up on the wet 2400 foot runway to take off.
Backing up (a bit long)
Taking off (a lot quicker)
Backing up (a bit long)
Taking off (a lot quicker)
Last edited by rotarywrench; 21st Jan 2022 at 05:58. Reason: Adding content
