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Originally Posted by pogo
Bob, everything you've said is well put. Regarding the F-18, I'm wondering why that airplane was chosen over the F-16 by Canada, as it's equally effective (and cheaper to both buy and maintain) and of course we didn't require a carrier capable fighter. Off topic, but you got me thinking... 
Tom |
Tom.. I believe the main reason for picking the F-18 was because it has two engines. Added security when flying over Canada's vast lands and northern frozen tundra.
Trev