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Author: Sean Boynton
Publication Date: August 7, 2026 - 14:19

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Ottawa sells 10 retired military planes to convert for aerial firefighting

August 7, 2026
The announcement comes amid growing calls for Canada to update and expand its fleet of firefighting aircraft as it contends with another devastating wildfire season.


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