It would be grand if Canadian Defence ministers started thinking long-term.
Or are we somehow to believe that, come 2050, Canada could:
A- Operate THREE combat aircraft (F-35-Gripen-Tempest)
B- Sell off/mothball Gripens with 15 years service?
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Joining GCAP would not impact current-gen fighter decision: Canadian defense minister - Breaking Defense
David McGuinty said Canada's planned F-35 purchase is still under review and will remain so “until we take the time to get it right for Canadians.”
