Canada Mulls Replacing Aging Aurora Aircraft Fleet With Boeing's P-8A Poseidon: Report

The Canadian government is reportedly exploring replacing its aging CP-140 Aurora aircraft fleet with 16 P-8A Poseidons from Boeing Co BA.
Canada has submitted a letter of request through the U.S. foreign military sales program about the Boeing aircraft, reported Reuters.
However, the letter as such is not a commitment to purchase the aircraft and is only at a' options analysis' stage.
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"Following engagements with industry and Canada's closest allies, the government has determined that the P-8A Poseidon is the only currently available aircraft that meets all of the Canadian Multi-Mission Aircraft operational requirements," the report quoted the Canadian government.
The report noted that the decision would be based on pricing, benefits, and availability.
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