I think the F136 is dead because Democrats do not control HASC and the House of Representatives. The F136 was their baby.
Aside from fixed costs, the military and national security are the biggest chunk of the budget. Therefore it is especially valuable to cut waste and unnecessary systems there. If the F136 is not a valuable addition or replacement for our military, then it should be cut.
Personal note: I own some GE stock. My son is in Special Forces and doing his 20.