^^^The Navy F-35C model uses the probe and drogue refueling method, same as our CF-18's.
Unfortunately the Air Force F-35A model (which is what we would likely end up) with uses the boom refueling method, which our tankers are not equipped to do.
The manufacturer has apparently made assurances that they can produce A models that are capable of using the probe and drogue. We know what the means though - extra engineering and production costs and an orphan fleet that only Canada operates.
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