[Long Cut]

When it comes to high-dollar procurement, you are surely correct on that. These things aquire a momentum all their own.

We've got systems on the P-3 which are virtually USELESS in real-world ops, and we've said so, to everyone with an ear. We still press on trying to "make 'em work", just to justify the money spent.

[Pukin Dog]

Ah, but you get to hold out for your smooth little 737 comin down the line. Right now, the F-35 is a jobs program and nothing more. The day will come, the announcement will be made, and we can get on with that little Hornet killer I told you about a few months ago. (don't mention on the forum)