They are not thinking. This is the Utility and Attack PM's protecting their programs which are under threat of being downsized at the expense of the warfighter. No one can deny the 206 is the best entry level trainer and no one can deny the 58D has shown to be the best ground troop support helicopter in the Army. With the new laser guided 2.75's there is really no need for the 64 unless someone can find a few hundred tanks to launch an attack. If they do they will probably have an easy time as the 64 will be in system checks while the front line is overrun.
Those who care about the warfighter should try to save the 67, the 58D and tell the Air Force to save the A-10.
The Sultan