The decision by the Canadian government to procure 88 Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II aircraft, finalized on January 9, 2023, marked a pivotal moment in the modernization of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). This commitment, valued at approximately CAD 19 billion, was intended to replace the aging fleet of CF-18 Hornets, which have been … Leggi tutto Canada’s F-35 Commitment: Strategic Imperatives and the Risks of Reconsidering the Joint Strike Fighter for the JAS 39 Gripen