July 20, 2010 at 7:46 am
G`day gents
I am on a quest for pictures, drawings (and hopefully a 3-view drawing!) of the Dassault Avon-powered Mirage IIIO. This modification was tailored to what Dassault thought that Australia (RAAF) would want incorporated into their Mirage III design. It would have afforded the RAAF Mirage III (and I dare say many other export potentials) a far greater climb rate, longer range, endurance and over all improved flying characteristics!
Unfortunately, due to the troubles and delays of converting the North American F-86 Sabre, to the Rolls Royce Avon engine, the Australian Government shied away from its potential.
Your assistance will be greatly appreciated
Regards
Pioneer