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ITPS Canada Orders Six Leonardo M-346 Jet Trainers

May 26, 2026

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Key Takeaways

ITPS Canada ordered six M-346 Block 20 jet trainers.
The contract includes options for six additional aircraft.
Deliveries are expected to begin in 2029.
Aircraft will be used for advanced tactical training.

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Strategic Implications

This order may indicate growing demand for advanced jet trainer aircraft, which could benefit Leonardo's market position. The selection of the M-346 Block 20 suggests a preference for high-performance training solutions, which may set a precedent for future NATO and allied fighter pilot training programs.

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What Happened

Advanced Tactical Training Capacity Expands For NATO Pilots

ITPS Canada has ordered six Leonardo M-346 T Block 20 advanced jet trainers for its International Tactical Training Centre in North Bay, Ontario, expanding training capacity for NATO and allied fighter pilots. The contract, announced by Leonardo, includes options for six additional aircraft, with deliveries expected to begin in 2029. The M-346 Block 20 will be used for advanced tactical training and lead-in fighter training, including preparation for pilots moving toward fourth-, fifth- and future-generation combat aircraft. This development was first reported by AeroTime.

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