Canada Selects Saab’s GlobalEye for Airborne Early Warning Role
Canada has chosen Saab’s GlobalEye system over Boeing’s E-7 Wedgetail for its airborne early warning and control requirement. The decision follows assessments of both platforms, with Boeing’s E-7 Wedgetail having experienced project delays and budget increases. Saab’s GlobalEye is based on Bombardier’s Global 6500 jet. According to the Guardian, Canada is changing its defence procurement pattern.
Canada has selected Saab’s GlobalEye system to fulfill its airborne early warning and control requirement, according to the Guardian. The decision contrasts with Boeing’s E-7 Wedgetail, which has experienced project delays and budget increases. Saab’s GlobalEye is based on Bombardier’s Global 6500 jet. The Guardian reported that Canada is changing its defence procurement pattern.
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