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The American-built F-35 fighter jet dominated its Swedish rival Gripen in terms of technical and military capabilities during a competition held by the Defence Department in 2021. The competition focused on each fighter jet’s capabilities in defending the North American continent and the likelihood of success in various missions against …

The F-35 fighter jet is one of the most hotly debated purchases in recent Canadian history. These U.S.-made planes come with a hefty price tag and are politically charged. Rising trade tensions with the U.S., along with questions about Canada’s sovereignty, initiated a review of the purchase in the spring. …

Canada’s plan to buy 88 U.S.-built F-35 fighter jets is facing significant challenges, including skyrocketing costs, a shortage of trained pilots and a lack of critical infrastructure, according to a new report from Auditor General Karen Hogan. The audit for the F-35 program is part of Hogan’s spring audits, released Tuesday, which …

The reception hall at Korean Aerospace Industries Ltd. is, in many respects, every plane and helicopter lover’s dream. Filled with model aircraft, there’s one in particular that stands out. At first glance, you’d be forgiven for confusing it for the now politically infamous — at least in Canadian terms — …

Only 40 per cent of Canada’s air force inventory is considered serviceable and ready to fight, according to a new military-wide readiness document obtained by CBC News. And the uncertainty about the availability and age of the various fleets of aircraft is expected to grow in light of the Liberal …