McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet - Wikipedia
The McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet (official military designation CF-188) is a Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) variant of the American McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet fighter aircraft.
CF-188 Hornet - Aircraft - Royal Canadian Air Force - Canada.ca
The CF-188 Hornet, commonly called the CF-18, is a multi-role fighter aircraft. It is used for air defence, air superiority, ground attack, tactical support, training, aerobatic demonstration, and …
Canada Has a Message for the F/A-18 Super Hornet
Dec 11, 2025 · What Led To Canada’s Decision To Cut Boeing’s F/A-18? Canada’s government decided to eliminate the Super Hornet’s bid primarily due to a trade dispute initiated by Boeing …
The Problem With Canada’s CF-18 Fighter - National Security …
Aug 7, 2025 · Canada’s aging CF-18 fighter jets urgently need replacement, but delays and politics have complicated acquiring new aircraft. The pressing need for Canada to replace its …
CF-188 Hornet: The Workhorse of Canada’s Skies.
Apr 20, 2025 · After more than two decades of deliberation, Canada has committed to replacing the CF-18 with the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II. Deliveries are expected to begin in the …
The F-18 in Canada: History, Upgrades, and the Future of Air Power
Mar 16, 2025 · The CF-18 Hornet, the Canadian variant of the F/A-18, has been a cornerstone of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) for over four decades. As Canada transitions to the next …
McDonnell Douglas CF-188B (CF-18B) - Canada Aviation and
Nov 18, 2024 · Developed primarily for use by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, it also serves in the air forces of seven other countries, from Canada to Australia, and from Finland to …
Canada’s CF-18 Hornet fighter upgrade programme reaches IOC
Jul 9, 2024 · The HEP programme is tied closely to the eventual arrival of Canada’s next generation fighter, which finally selected the Lockheed Martin F-35A stealth fighter in January …
Canada invests in CF-18 Hornet fighter sustainment | Shephard
Mar 8, 2024 · Canada’s decision to sustain its CF-18 fighter fleet reflected its commitment to modernising air defence capabilities amid challenges highlighted by a critical report …
Why Canada Modified The F-18 Hornet - YouTube
In this documentary, we explore the history and evolution of the CF-18 Hornet, its origins as a Canadianized F/A-18, and the custom upgrades that allow it to operate in some of the world’s...