In something like 8 years (plus or minus) there will be a load of F-35s which will need pilots (and maintenance crew) to take them to sea.
I don't care if they are RAF, FAA, or "purple" (or pink) - but the senior pilots and maintenace crew for those planes should be getting some experience under their belts the best way they can NOW.
IF we are going to have "purple" solutions then it is up to all involved parties to start behaving like serious, professional people.
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