Mirabel, Quebec (Aeromorning) — The Government of Canada confirmed on March 30, 2026, a C$1.5 billion sustainment package for the Royal Canadian Air Force CC-330 Husky tanker and transport fleet, as announced by the Defence Investment Agency.
Three contracts ensure operational readiness: L3Harris MAS received C$735 million over 10 years for maintenance, airworthiness management, and technical support; C$366 million over 7 years for materiel repair, overhaul, and supply chain services. Airbus Defence and Space secured C$374 million over 10 years for OEM engineering and airworthiness services.
These cover specialized engineering, heavy maintenance, spare parts management, and regulatory compliance to keep the fleet safe, reliable, and mission-ready. The CC-330 Husky, derived from the Airbus A330 MRTT, replaces the CC-150 Polaris and supports air-to-air refueling, strategic transport, passenger movement, and aeromedical evacuation.
The package is part of the Strategic Tanker Transport Capability program, featuring 9 aircraft — 4 new and 5 converted A330s — with full operational capability from 2027. The 2023 acquisition cost C$3.6 billion.
Contracts support up to 720 jobs in Quebec, Ontario, and Alberta, adding C$90 million annually to GDP, aligning with Canadas Defence Industrial Strategy and NATO commitments.