Canadian Armed Forces CP-140 Aurora Vintage Maritime Patrol Aircraft Photograph

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Category: Collectables:Transportation Collectables:Aeronautica:Military:Photos/ Prints
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.

Canadian Armed Forces CP-140 Aurora Vintage Maritime Patrol Aircraft Photograph

Discover a rare glimpse of Canada’s premier surveillance aircraft with this authentic CP-140 Aurora image — an essential collectible for aviation and Cold War historians.

Measurements: approx. 6 x 4 inches

Paper: Fujifilm Fujicolor Crystal Archive Paper

Dates: n/a

Condition: Previously numbered and mounted with a small double-sided tape. In decent condition. 

Internal notes: QC passed

The broad skies of North America stretch wide as the Canadian Armed Forces CP-140 Aurora patrols with silent vigilance. This original photograph, measuring approximately 6 x 4 inches, captures the sleek form of the Aurora in its classic white and grey livery, descending against a backdrop of broken cloud and endless blue. You can almost sense the hum of its engines, feel the watchful tension of Cold War maritime missions, and breathe in the crisp northern air that these guardians of the sea mastered so expertly.

The Lockheed CP-140 Aurora, closely based on the American P-3 Orion, has been Canada’s premier maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare, and reconnaissance aircraft since the late 20th century. This striking photograph, printed on Fujifilm Fujicolor Crystal Archive Paper, brings to life a key chapter in Canadian military aviation history. Previously numbered and mounted using small double-sided tape, this piece remains in decent collectible condition, having passed our internal quality control standards for authenticity and preservation.

Owning an archival image like this is a powerful act of remembrance and stewardship — a commitment to honouring the history of nations defending their seas and shores. The CP-140 Aurora’s enduring legacy within the Canadian Armed Forces makes this a particularly meaningful addition for collectors, historians, and all those who cherish the silent service of aviation’s finest.