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Fighter Jet Replacement Program: Canada's Prolonged Quest for New Combat Aircraft

The replacement of Canada's CF-18 Hornet fighter aircraft has been one of the most protracted and politically contentious procurement programs in Canadian defense history. Originally expected to deliver new aircraft years ago, the program experienced false starts, political reversals, and extended timelines before finally selecting the F-35 in 2022.