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On March 8, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National
Defence, made a significant announcement during his visit to
Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Trenton, a pivotal hub for Royal
Canadian Air Force (RCAF) air mobility operations in Canada.
Minister Blair disclosed plans for an $850 million investment
aimed at modernizing CFB Trenton to accommodate Canada's
upcoming fleet of CC-330 Husky Strategic Tanker Transport
Aircraft.
"As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Cana-
dian Air Force, I am more confident than ever in its future. With
new fleets of fighter jets, maritime patrol aircraft, tanker and
transport aircraft, and more arriving throughout the next few
years, we are building the Royal Canadian Air Force of tomor-
row. These significant investments in our military will enable
the RCAF to better defend Canada and strengthen Canada's
ability to contribute to our NORAD and NATO Alliances," stated
the Honourable Bill Blair.
The substantial investment will facilitate extensive airfield
and infrastructure enhancements at Trenton, encompassing
the construction and design of a cutting-edge two-bay hangar,
upgrades to the apron and runway, taxiway improvements, and
other essential infrastructure developments. These enhance-
ments are pivotal in positioning CFB Trenton as the Eastern
Main Operating Base for the incoming CC-330 Husky fleet.
Minister Blair Unveils $850 Million Investment in Canadian
Forces Base Trenton and Introduces New Aircraft to Royal
Canadian Air Force Fleet
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