Episode 361: On October 4, 1957, as the world's eyes turned skyward to witness the launch of Sputnik 1, another technological marvel was about to be unveiled in a hangar in Malton, Ontario. The Avro Arrow, Canada's ambitious supersonic interceptor, was poised to revolutionize aviation. But within two years, it would vanish without a trace, leaving behind a legacy of controversy and conspiracy.

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Avro Arrow | The Canadian Encyclopedia

Avro Arrow | canadahistory.com

Avro Canada CF-105 Arrow | Wikipedia

Avro CF-100 Canuck | The Canadian Encyclopedia

Broken Arrow | Legion Magazine

A legend in aviation still hard at work | Canadian Military History

Janusz Zurakowski - Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame

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The Avro Arrow: Exploding The Myths And Misconceptions

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The Avro Arrow New Edition: The Story Of The Great Canadian Cold War Interceptor Jet In Pictures And Documents Book By Lawrence Miller

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Storms Of Controversy: The Secret Avro Arrow Files Revealed Book By Palmiro Campagna

Who Killed The Avro Arrow? Book By Chris Gainor

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