Rent-seeking mismatch with Canadian government position on the CF-18 replacement

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Article here.

But the government (as of 7 June) says this:

Until the Seven-Point Plan is complete, the Government will not make a decision on the replacement for the CF-18 fighter jets and all options remain on the table.

More on what the Government is saying here:

Government of Canada Continues to Consult Industry on Replacing Canada’s CF-18 Fleet

The National Fighter Procurement Secretariat has released the third questionnaire to industry in order to obtain information on potential industrial benefits to Canada. This engagement is part of the evaluation of options to replace Canada’s CF-18 fleet, a key component of the Government’s Seven-Point Plan.

Companies participating in the market analysis are invited to complete the Industrial benefits questionnaire by August 2, 2013. The information gathered through this industry engagement request supports a rigorous examination of available fighter aircraft options against the missions outlined in the Canada First Defence Strategy. This third questionnaire is complemented by previous questionnaires on Capability, production and supportability and Price.