An increase in Canada's defence spending has resulted in a boost to Royal Canadian Air Force flight times, according to the force's commander.
The rise in flight activity coincides with a major modernization effort by the Royal Canadian Air Force. The branch is currently acquiring a variety of new aircraft, including fighter jets, surveillance craft, search-and-rescue planes, and refuelling tankers.
These new acquisitions also require significant operational updates, including the development of new infrastructure and security measures to support the expanded fleet.
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