Speaking at the Dubai International Air Chiefs Conference, Royal Canadian Air Force Lt. Gen. Michael Hood said the competition for a fifth-generation fighter will start in 2019.
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A winner is expected to be chosen in 2021.
Hood also refused to comment whether the Boeing Super Hornet is still in contention as an interim fighter.