Irek Kusmierczyk at the Government Operations and Estimates Committee

On September 29th, 2022. See this statement in context.

September 29th, 2022 / 4:15 p.m.

Liberal

Irek Kusmierczyk Liberal Windsor—Tecumseh, ON

Thank you, Mr. Chair. It's terrific work and collaboration by the committee today.

Mr. Norante, I read with interest about the Cormorant Trophy that is handed out every year to a worthy helicopter rescue team. Last year, of course, it was the first time that a joint U.S.-Canada team received such recognition for a heroic rescue mission. It was described as operating in some of the most severe weather conditions known.

I just wanted to ask you this. The Cormorant has provided over 100,000 flight hours for the Royal Canadian Air Force. During that time what have we learned about the Cormorant and its capabilities?

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