That has required a stepped-up state of readiness for the country's Gripen fighter jet squadrons. The Swedish air force is about the same size as the Royal Canadian Air Force. The Arctic is, naturally, an important area of operation for the Swedish air force and having far-flung bases has required the force to become creative about warehousing fuel, ammunition and other supplies. The competition among manufacturers for Canada's fighter jet business is expected to be intense. Lockheed Martin will again pitch its F-35 stealth fighter.

Source: CBC News April 15, 2019 07:52 UTC