The document noted that Canada will spend $12.9 billion (CA $18.4 billion) on new tactical helicopters. The briefing was ...

According to RCAF Brig. Gen. Brendan Cook, industry engagement will begin by summer 2025, with an initial operational capability (IOC) targeted for 2033. The modernization effort also includes a ...

The Canadian Armed Forces currently operates 82 CH-146 Griffon helicopters. That helicopter is a variant of the Bell 412EP. Canada also operates 14 CH-147F Chinook medium to heavy lift helicopters.

A Canadian Forces CH-146 Griffon utility helicopter is seen in flight from Kandahar Air Field (KAF) to Arghandab district in Kandahar province on Oct. 18, 2010. (Massoud Hossaini/AFP via Getty Images) ...