'Off the self' Super Hornets
I must point out that buying 'off the self' Super Hornets will be one of the best things Australia has ever done in the ADF.
C-17? A proven platform. A no fuss purchase in quick time with no 'red-tape'
The same applies to the Super Hornet. YES, the government made a quick decision - GOOD. About time they took responsibilty and did what we elect them to do - GOVERN and make HARD decisions.
We can argue about F111 and Hornets all day, but the F111 will not last forever and needs to be brideged.
The Typhoon - brilliant aerodynamically, but has useless ergonoics and avionics.
Anything French - I'd rather eat and drink French goods than strap my body to one!
Boeing is the correct decision - wait and see. Labour can 'sing and dance' all they want, but I bet they stick with the decision after making some inquiries of their own.