# Canada is still reviewing its plan to buy 88 Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-27 · CP24 Toronto*

## Key points

- Canada's review of the F-35 procurement is still ongoing, with no set decision date.
- Ottawa is considering splitting the fleet and purchasing Saab Gripen jets in addition to F-35s.
- The review's completion has been delayed due to rising trade tensions with the United States.
- Canada has legally committed funds only for the first 16 F-35 aircraft so far.

**Companies:** Lockheed Martin, Saab
**Countries:** Canada, United States, Sweden

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