The losing bidder in the race to replace Canada's fixed-wing search and rescue fleet is asking a Federal Court judge to toss out the multibillion-dollar contract, CBC News has learned. The company is challenging the Liberal government's decision last fall to buy 16 new C-295W transports manufactured by rival Airbus Defence and Space. The Italian aircraft-maker says the bid by Airbus should be disqualified and the court should cancel the contract. Leonardo's court filing also raises alleged safety concerns related to the absence of a redundant power system in the aircraft. He described the C-295 as a "game-changer" for the air force.

Source: CBC News February 23, 2017 00:56 UTC