7 mars 2024 | International, Terrestre

RCAF: Fifth-Gen fighter jet transformation - Skies Mag

Far more than a fighter replacement program for the CF-18 Hornet, the F-35A represents a generational capability change for the RCAF. A former ‘Hornet Baby’ and F-35 test pilot shares some key lessons.

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    21 novembre 2018 | International, C4ISR

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    30 juillet 2020 | International, Aérospatial

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