Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
Welcome, General Lucas. We're pleased to have you with us today.
Welcome also to you, gentlemen.
National Defence has already announced the procurement of search and rescue equipment. The issue was raised by Ms. Black. One could say that this issue has a certain amount of history: four ministers have examined this program. Twice, Treasury Board has approved spending. You spoke earlier about the Defence department's priorities in terms of procurement.
What has to be done to move this forward?