<p>The future like it or not is with remotely piloted vehicles like the predator and global hawk. Doesn’t matter where you choose to fly AF or Navy. We see the frustrations here at Nellis first hand becuase the young pilots end up here. They complete UPT, go learn an airframe (A-10, F-16 - F-15), spend a rotation with an Active squadron and learn they will be flying Predators for a short while.</p>
<p>The technology and defense required of anyone who would be considered out advisary just doesn’t require large numbers of piloted fighter jets. I believe it is a short sighted veiw, and we do not really see the threat from China and the former Soviet nations.</p>