<p>flieger, I’m sure you’ve been following what has been happening recently with the F-35 program, and can understand that I been just a LITTLE busy these past few months, which has limited my time to get back on here. As I keep reminding the bosses there, my job is to monitor the program for them and tell the program office what the AF wants. (I’ve been warning the Stars on the E-ring that this was coming for months!). My message right now? Don’t shoot me, I’m just the messenger!</p>
<p>But I will say this about the F-35. Once Lockheed gets its head out of its collective rear and starts getting on track with delivery (they ARE improving, but OH SO Slowly), these kids here will get a jet they will absolutely LOVE, and will absolutely kick patootie! Think stealthy Viper, with an integrated avionics package that is generations ahead of even the Block 60 in capabilities. It is that good. And I’m proud to say I’m helping to ensure it is that way.</p>
<p>Now, if we can only get them to get off the production line faster…</p>