They should be purchasing more of these choppers to replace the abysmal Cyclones. Final assembly by IMP instead of giving more money to American companies and workers.
Back to the future. Chrétien should NEVER have stuck his nose into the chopper project. We had an opportunity to acquire one platform that would absolutely meet the requirements of both SAR and ASW. One of the best in operating in foul weather. For some reason a 3rd engine made it a Cadillac. As if the guys and gals who risk their lives to save YOURS don’t deserve the absolute best. Same for those who fly off the back of frigates in high sea states. I’d still go for a common fleet. Chuck the Cyclone. We should have funded the development of a future made in Canada SAR/ASW helo years ago.
Absolutely agree. Rip the band-aid off and place an order for the the now very mature platform that Chrétien cancelled all those yrs ago. It’s the most capable ASW/SAR platform available. 2nd option and perhaps quicker is just order Seahawks and be done with it. I prefer the first option.
They should be purchasing more of these choppers to replace the abysmal Cyclones. Final assembly by IMP instead of giving more money to American companies and workers.
Back to the future. Chrétien should NEVER have stuck his nose into the chopper project. We had an opportunity to acquire one platform that would absolutely meet the requirements of both SAR and ASW. One of the best in operating in foul weather. For some reason a 3rd engine made it a Cadillac. As if the guys and gals who risk their lives to save YOURS don’t deserve the absolute best. Same for those who fly off the back of frigates in high sea states. I’d still go for a common fleet. Chuck the Cyclone. We should have funded the development of a future made in Canada SAR/ASW helo years ago.
Absolutely agree. Rip the band-aid off and place an order for the the now very mature platform that Chrétien cancelled all those yrs ago. It’s the most capable ASW/SAR platform available. 2nd option and perhaps quicker is just order Seahawks and be done with it. I prefer the first option.