BV, don't take life so seriously. Both the Hawk and Talon fulfilled their roles very effectively however aviation moves on and I'm sure the USAF evaluation team were experienced in this area and it was not just bought because of company preferences. The USAF needed a supersonic capable trainer. It's noteworthy that the USN doesn't! Different training philosophies prevail. My basic training was on the Winjeel flat-out down hill at 130kts vs. the RAAF today are introducing the Pilatus PC21 ...370 kts all day..