A web-log featuring Aviation Art of Rob Arsenault to remember the classic Canadair CP-107 Argus Maritime Patrol/Anti-Submarine Warfare aircraft used by the RCAF and later, the CAF from 1957 to 1981. MightyArgus@gmail.com
Friday, August 21, 2009
CP-107 Argus 10717 - 449 Squadron
Here's a rare bird indeed. It is a representation of 717 in 449 (Unicorn) Markings. This Squadron was responsible to train new CP-107 crews on the Argus from 1968 until about 1975(?). This unit's Heraldic Crest featured a Unicorn's head against a Forest Green circular background. The propeller spinners were painted dark green to match the Green in the Heraldic Crest. I believe that Mark2 Argus 10740 also had this marking scheme...but I'm not 100% sure. I have seen a photo of 717 painted this way.
Special thanks to Bill at CanMilAir decals for the Canadian Armed Forces Block lettering. BTW - If you have one of the 1/144 Welsh Models' Argus, CanMilAir decals has excellent decal sets to make your aircraft look it's very best!
~Rob
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