Think we should remember this was not a full commercial project, the engine would never have come on a proper commercial deal, when for political reasons various countries and their companies had to have a share . But when has it ever been different for a collaborative military project. Be a shame to see it go as there is a need out there for the capability. The continued use of a 1950's design is surely not financially viable in the long term. I know its a good a/c but not by modern standards in terms of fatigue and maintenance costs, unless you're an airforce with low utilisation when it doesnt matter !!