Saab says talks with Canada over Gripen remain ‘intensive’ amid F-35 uncertainty
Swedish manufacturer continues campaign as Ottawa reviews part of its 88-jet F-35 deal and weighs alternative offers including local assembly and AEW aircraft
RCAF
Canada’s first P-8A Poseidon enters assembly at Boeing facility
Aircraft will replace Royal Canadian Air Force’s CP-140 Aurora fleet under C$10.4 billion CMMA program
Canada makes payments for 14 additional F-35 jets amid procurement review
Government funds long-lead items while future fighter purchases remain under examination
Canada Commits to Initial Batch of 16 F-35A Fighters After Political Dispute
First deliveries expected in 2027 as Ottawa reviews total acquisition plan
Canada reaches agreement to receive up to 16 Boeing P-8A Poseidon
The maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare aircraft had been identified in March by the government as the only one capable of replacing the P-140 Aurora (P-3 Orion) turboprops.