US warns Ottawa it may deploy more fighter jets in Canadian airspace to ‘protect the continent’ if F-35 deal is abandoned and Swedish Gripens are picked

US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra warned that Canada's airspace could see increased F-35 presence, even if Ottawa abandons its planned purchase. He stated the US would acquire more F-35s to protect the continent, leading to more frequent flights into Canadian airspace. This comes as Canada reviews its $19 billion deal for 88 F-35 jets.