I wouldn't bet on the Griphen, as much as I preferred it. At this point it would be an absolute beehive of a political mess, likely one viewed as not worth the hassle.
The F35 is a good aircraft and has Canadain components.
There are other things that wouldn't be nearly as politicized that Carney can focus on. Focus on what can be controlled and work with the rest as best as possible.
You read my mind, and part of why Carney came out fully about this GlobalEye one without any pussyfooting, was that he knows he wants to get the negotiation right with Saab than simply just having GlobalEyes as add-ons to Gripens.
Please tell me they're close to having an Air to Air refueling solution for these, preferably before the first is delivered.
so 6 VIP Global 6500
and
6 Globaleye 6500
Looks cooler than the Edgetail too.
Something's definitely brewing with that F35 deal
I wouldn't bet on the Griphen, as much as I preferred it. At this point it would be an absolute beehive of a political mess, likely one viewed as not worth the hassle.
The F35 is a good aircraft and has Canadain components.
There are other things that wouldn't be nearly as politicized that Carney can focus on. Focus on what can be controlled and work with the rest as best as possible.
You read my mind, and part of why Carney came out fully about this GlobalEye one without any pussyfooting, was that he knows he wants to get the negotiation right with Saab than simply just having GlobalEyes as add-ons to Gripens.