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Fairchild F-11 Husky

FAIRCHILD F-11 HUSKY

YEAR AND NUMBER MADE

It was designed by Fairchild in 1946 as an early competitor for the Beaver. Only twelve aircraft were completed.

ACQUIRED FROM:

Husky CF-EIR was the last Fairchild F-11 Husky ever built and was acquired by the Centre in 1994. It was obtained by the CBHC from the Western Canada Aviation Museum.

POWER

Although the Fairchild Husky had many desirable features, it never became popular because of its original 450 hp Pratt and Whitney Wasp Jr. Engine was not powerful enough.

PRIMARY USE:

Intended to replace prewar bushplanes

HISTORY:

Beginning its career with Nickel Belt Airways of Sudbury, it was later used by the Saskatchewan Government, Sherritt Gold Mines, Northland Airways, island Lake Flying Service and Watson Lake Flying. Its career ended when it crashed near Copper Bluff BC in 1976. The Husky incorporated many features suggested by bush operators, such as rear loading door, which enable it to handle longer loads. However, because of its large cabin area and low powered engine, it was very easy to overload. It could carry up to eight passengers and cargo.

STORY:

Violet Warren, one of Canada’s first female bush pilots had many adventures in the Husky aircraft when she flew for Nickel Belt Airways in the late 1940’s. The company hired violet in 1947.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Honorary ownership of the item for one year: July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021
  • One Year Individual Membership to the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
  • A certificate of honorary ownership
  • Recognition of honorary ownership on display with the aircraft or truck in the museum for the year
  • Opportunity to have your photo taken with or in (where possible) your plane or truck
  • Any donor with a winning bid over $1000 will have their name added to the donor board in the centre's lobby
Organization
Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
Value
$0.00
Starting Bid
$100.00

Item

# Bid Status By Date
1 $100.00 happycamper100

This auction closed on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 9:00:00 PM.

Pickup Instructions

Shortly after winning your bid on any number of the planes included in the auction, you will be contacted by the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre. Detailed instructions regarding how to claim your winnings, along with each of the included perks will be included in this email.

For any auction related questions, please email [email protected]

Closed on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 9:00:00 PM

About Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre

Adventure takes off at the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre. This one-of-a-kind and interactive museum is located in the historic waterfront hangar of the Ontario Provincial Air Service, which was instrumental in the development of bush flying and forest fire management in Northern Ontario. Explore 24 aircraft exhibits (some you can enter!) including the original De Havilland Beaver aircraft and the CL-215 waterbomber. Learn about flight in the Children’s Flight Centre with hands-on activities the whole family will enjoy. See a viewing of Wildfires!, our award-wining film about forest fire fighting in the North! Find unique gifts and STEM-themed toys in our gift shop. Get inspired with a guided tour about the development of bushplanes and forest fire management – available daily 10am and 2pm. Get “buggy” with Entomica Insectarium when you select the Adventure Pass admission option. Our Event Centre is perfect for weddings, birthdays, and corporate and social functions. The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre makes an excellent day trip for school field trips and recreational bus tours.