griffinblack
Some valid points.
But none of it confers a credible, durable, in-theatre strike capability that replaces the still-needed deterrent thus far provided by the F-111.
And at long last the pig-worshippers in the RAAF have conceded that their faithful and once mighty steed is no longer viable in a modern war scenario. And no, neither JSF nor the F18 HUG, either alone or in combination, and with the benefit of the 737 wizard, will meet that requirement. Affordable options are around (no, I don't mean Raptor)and have been offered, but Canberra with its great wisdom chose not to bite the bullet - and in so doing denied its Air Force the long-term and optimum tool for its job. Regrettable civvy and uniformed politics. Even, I think, Dibb would agree.