Canada chose GlobalEye spy plane without knowing military's needs: sources
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Canada's decision to buy the Saab GlobalEye surveillance plane from Sweden was made without knowing what the military actually needed, sources tell CBC News. Critics say the plane, as is, only meets a handful of Canada's requirements and will have to be modified. The National is the flagship of CBC News showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news
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