Key Takeaways

  • Pilatus has signed a contract to deliver 19 PC-21 training aircraft.
  • The PC-21 will provide Canada with the most technically advanced training system.
  • The 25-year FAcT program is designed to modernize and expand RCAF training capabilities.

Strategic Implications

This contract may indicate Pilatus’ growing presence in North American military aviation. The focus on providing a cost-effective, environmentally friendly training platform suggests a shift towards more sustainable defense solutions.