CF18B

[Ex-Dragoon]

Ok, not being an air force expert here, I would like to pose a question to those that are.  I am not sure how many CF18Bs are being upgraded (if any) but would it be possible to convert the trainers into Wild Weasel type of aircraft?

 

[Zoomie]

AFAIK none of the Bravo's are used operationally - they are in too much of a demand at the OTU.  Most likely they will not be upgraded - I will check with my sources at work.

 

[SupersonicMax]

The Bravos are used exclusively for training.  They were never meant for combat.  The same kit is in the backseat and in the front seat.  You'd need a WSO in the back seat to do the job and we don't have any to do the job.  Converting the trainers into an operational 2 crew airplane would be, IMHO a waste of money and a waste of airplane since we desperately need them for training.  And yes, they are being upgraded.  I don't think 410 has any legacy jets anymore.

Max