Canada considers reducing F-35 order from 88 to 30 jets, adding 60 Swedish Gripen fighters
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Summary
Canada is reportedly considering a major shift in its fighter jet procurement strategy, moving from a planned purchase of 88 Lockheed Martin F-35A fighters to a mixed fleet of approximately 30 F-35As and 60 Saab Gripen E fighters. The Swedish Gripen E would be produced domestically in Canada, representing a significant change in combat aviation planning since the F-35's selection in January 2023. The proposal aims to balance U.S. and European defense partnerships while boosting domestic aerospace production.
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The shift would represent the most significant change to Canadian combat aviation planning since the F-35's selection in January 2023.
Canada evaluates a mixed fighter fleet proposal to reduce its 88 F-35A order to 30 jets and acquire 60 Saab Gripen E fighters for domestic production.
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