The Government of Canada has awarded contracts totaling approximately C$1.5 billion for the long-term sustainment of the Royal Canadian Air Force CC-330 Husky tanker and transport fleet.
Announced on March 30, 2026, by the Defence Investment Agency, the package includes three contracts to maintain operational readiness. L3Harris MAS received a C$735 million, 10-year deal for maintenance, airworthiness management, and technical support, plus a C$366 million, seven-year contract for repair, overhaul, and supply chain services. Airbus Defence and Space was awarded a C$374 million, 10-year contract for engineering and airworthiness services.
These agreements cover specialized engineering, heavy maintenance, spare parts management, and regulatory compliance to keep the fleet safe and mission-ready. The CC-330 Husky, based on the Airbus A330 MRTT, will replace the CC-150 Polaris and handle air-to-air refueling, strategic transport, passenger movement, and aeromedical evacuation.
Part of the Strategic Tanker Transport Capability program, the fleet comprises nine aircraft, with full operational capability targeted for 2027. The contracts support up to 720 jobs in Quebec, Ontario, and Alberta, contributing C$90 million annually to GDP.