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Fairchild F-11 Husky

Registration:  CF-EIR
Engine:  450hp PW R-985
Wingspan:  54' 9
Range:  458 miles
Cruising Speed:  130 mph
CF-EIR was the last Husky ever built and was acquired by the Centre in 1994. Beginning its career with Nickel Belt Airways of Sudbury, it later was used by the Saskatchewan government, Sherritt Gordon Mines, Northland Airways, Island Lake Flying Services and Watson Lake Flying. It's career ended when it crashed near Copper Bluff, B.C. in 1976. It was obtained by the CBHC from the Western Canada Aviation Museum and is currently being restored.

The Husky was designed by Fairchild in 1946 as an early competitor of the Beaver. Only 12 F-11 Huskies were built. Although underpowered, its rear cargo door allowed it to carry large or awkward loads.

Fast facts:
 was the rival of the Beaver.
 reputation for being very under powered.
 some aircraft were modified with a bigger engine.