| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | CF-CBM |
| Alternate Serial: | N5492 |
| Military Code: | C |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Sopwith Triplane |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Sopwith Triplane |
| Aircraft Version: | Sopwith Triplane (replica) |
| C/n (msn): | N5492 |
| Display Paint: | UK - Air Force |
| Aircraft Name: | Black Maria |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| City / Airport: | Ottawa - RockcliffeMap |
| Region / Country: | Ontario, Canada |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: CYRO IATA: YRO Local: - Other: - |
| Collection: | Canada Aviation and Space Museum |
| Photo Date: | 17 July 2025 |
| Photo by: | WalAndPl |
| Photo ID: | 840206 |
| Photo Comment |
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Replica built by American amateur airplane-maker Carl R. Swanson between 1963 and 1966. Purchased by the Museum in 1966. The first flight took place on May 5, 1967 at Rockcliffe airport. The aircraft remained airworthy and flew on special occasions until 1971. This photo is copyright © WalAndPl, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 25 August 2025, and has since been viewed 42 times. |