CC-150 Polaris | |
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Royal Canadian Air Force Polaris 15004 taking off from Ottawa Airport (2006) | |
Role | Strategic transport/VIP transport/tanker |
Manufacturer | Airbus |
Introduction | 1992 |
Status | Active service |
Primary users | Canadian Forces Royal Canadian Air Force |
Number built | 5 (all converted from Airbus A310-300) |
Developed from | Airbus A310 MRTT |
The Airbus CC-150 Polaris is the designation for the civilian Airbus A310-300s which have been converted into multi-purpose, long-range jet aircraft for passenger, freight or medical transport and mid-air refueling for the Royal Canadian Air Force.[1][2]