Mr. Speaker, that is completely untrue.
We have committed $9 billion for the acquisition of 65 aircraft. These are the same aircraft that the party opposite committed to back in 1997.
This $9 billion is committed not only for the cost of the 65 aircraft, but also the associated weapons system, supporting infrastructure, initial spares, training simulators, contingency funds and project operating costs.
This is funded through the Canada first defence strategy. This is an excellent aircraft for the best air force in the world.