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About Canadian North

Our Fleet

Canadian North operates a versatile fleet of aircraft for regularly scheduled passenger and air cargo services. All aircraft are gravel and ice strip equipped for landing in remote locations, and many are combination (combi) aircraft capable of multiple passenger/cargo configurations.

Boeing 737-300

With wings bearing three times the square footage of most homes and a climbing speed faster than elevators in most skyscrapers, the 737 is a reliable and powerful tool for moving people and goods around the country and beyond.

737-300 winglets
Passenger Capacity
136
Cargo Configuration
N/A
Combi-Configurations
N/A
Gravel Airstrips
No
Ice Strips
N/A
Special Features
N/A
Maximum Payload
14,240 kg (31,394 lbs)
Main Cargo Door Size
N/A
Pallet Sizes
N/A
Bulk Load
N/A
Cubic Volume
N/A
Average Range
4,445-4,815 km (2,400-2,600 nautical mi)
Speed
Airspeed – 780 km/hr (485 mi/hr)

Boeing 737-300 Combi

This efficient aircraft is versatile and can convert into various configurations to suit passenger and cargo needs. The convenient fuselage door opens wide to carry larger items that would not normally fit onboard.

737-300-combi
Passenger Capacity
136
Cargo Configuration
Up to 3 pallets
Combi-Configurations
120 seats / 0 pallets of cargo
80 seats / 3 pallets of cargo
Gravel Airstrips
No
Ice Strips
N/A
Special Features
N/A
Maximum Payload
14,240 kg (31,394 lbs)
Main Cargo Door Size
N/A
Pallet Sizes
125 in x 88 in
Bulk Load
N/A
Cubic Volume
N/A
Average Range
4,445-4,815 km (2,400-2,600 nautical mi)
Speed
Airspeed – 780 km/hr (485 mi/hr)

Boeing 737-400

Canadian North operates Boeing 737-400 all passenger aircraft and Boeing 737-400C fixed combi aircraft. The 737-400 is 6 metres longer than the 737-200, providing increased capacity, greater fuel efficiency and a greener air transportation solution.

737-400
diagram-737-400
Passenger Capacity
156
Cargo Configuration
N/A
Combi-Configurations
N/A
Gravel Airstrips
No
Ice Strips
No
Special Features
N/A
Maximum Payload
34,000 lbs
Main Cargo Door Size
N/A
Pallet Sizes
N/A
Bulk Load
N/A
Cubic Volume
N/A
Average Range
1,334 miles
Speed
500 MPH

Boeing 737-400 Combi

Canadian North operates Boeing 737-400 all passenger aircraft and Boeing 737-400C fixed combi aircraft. The 737-400 is 6 metres longer than the 737-200, providing increased capacity, greater fuel efficiency and a greener air transportation solution.

737-400- combi
diagram-737-400-combi
Passenger Capacity
78
Cargo Configuration
4 pallets
Combi-Configurations
From 4 pallets/72 passengers
Gravel Airstrips
No
Ice Strips
No
Special Features
N/A
Maximum Payload
35,500 lbs
Main Cargo Door Size
140″ x 81″ Sealed door
Pallet Sizes
125″ x 88″ or 108″ x 88″ AAA or AAE
Bulk Load
Yes
Cubic Volume
4,200 CBF
Average Range
1,334 miles
Speed
500 MPH

Boeing 737-700

The newest “Next-Generation” addition to our fleet, the 737-700 has a greater range than our 300s and 400s. With larger overhead bins and in-seat power outlets, this modern and comfortable aircraft enriches our passenger travel experience.

737-300 winglets
Passenger Capacity
134
Cargo Configuration
N/A
Combi-Configurations
N/A
Gravel Airstrips
No
Ice Strips
N/A
Special Features
N/A
Maximum Payload
36,376 lbs
Main Cargo Door Size
N/A
Pallet Sizes
N/A
Bulk Load
N/A
Cubic Volume
N/A
Average Range
3,800 miles
Speed
530 mph

ATR 42-300

The ATR 42-300 is a fast, comfortable, fuel-efficient state-of-the-art turbo prop aircraft. This flexible combi model has the ability to carry all passenger, all freight or any combination in between.

ATR
diagram-atr-300
Passenger Capacity
42
Cargo Configuration
Bulk loading
Combi-Configurations
From 10 to 42 passengers and cargo
Gravel Airstrips
Yes
Ice Strips
Yes
Special Features
Cargo door 46″ from ground level/Engine duals as APU
Maximum Payload
10,000 lbs
Main Cargo Door Size
50″ x 60″
Pallet Sizes
Bulk load only
Bulk Load
Yes
Cubic Volume
1,400 CBF
Average Range
550 miles
Speed
285 MPH

ATR 42-500

The ATR 42-500 has many improvements for performance and passenger comfort including high powered engines, reengineered propellers, a newly designed cabin, increased weight and cruise speed. It has an increased maximum takeoff weight, allowing for more cargo, passengers and greater range.

ATR
diagram-atr-500
Passenger Capacity
42
Cargo Configuration
N/A
Combi-Configurations
N/A
Gravel Airstrips
Yes
Ice Strips
Yes
Special Features
Cargo door 46″ from ground level/Engine duals as APU
Maximum Payload
10,000 lbs
Main Cargo Door Size
50″ x 60″
Pallet Sizes
N/A
Bulk Load
N/A
Cubic Volume
233 CBF
Average Range
670 miles
Speed
320 MPH

ATR 72-500

Agile, dependable, and perfect for moving cargo to remote locations, the ATR 72–500F is a good analogy for Canadian North! With its climate-controlled cabin and large cargo capacity, the ATR 72–500F is equipped to meet the unique demands of northern cargo customers.

Passenger Capacity
N/A
Combi-Configurations
N/A
Gravel Airstrips
Yes
Ice Strips
Yes
Special Features
Cargo door 46″ from ground level
Maximum Payload
17,000 lbs
Main Cargo Door Size
50″ x 60″
Pallet Sizes
To be confirmed
Bulk Load
To be confirmed
Cubic Volume
2,666 CBF
Average Range
770 miles
Speed
315 MPH