[JRandomFreeper]

I'd love to, and our guys deserve it. I worry more about the grunts on the ground, being supported, than the zoomies doing the supporting. I know AF Pilots, they'll be ok, their ego protects them. ;)

But we do have to put up with the politicos (политрук) because they are part of our world.

And in the US, civilian politicians control the military.

Personally, I think they would be better used decorating lamp posts in city streets, but we're not there yet.

/johnny

[lowflyn]

I find it amazing that the military can say “this is exactly what we need and now” and the politicians can force feet dragging because the item is not made in his district. Save lives first, help your constituants second in this case.
This aircraft is some thing the air force would love to have to support the troops, and if this is to sell to other countries ie Afganistan, then who cares were it is built.