F35 has been an incredibly expensive platform to develop and deploy. Possibly the most expensive military system program in history. However, it is beginning

F35 has been an incredibly expensive platform to develop and deploy. Possibly the most expensive military system program in history. However, it is beginning to reach its extraordinary potential of sensor fusion, electronic attack, force multiplication, and hybrid teaming. We heard very similar things about F15 and F16 40-50 years ago, the same period of time they have completely dominated the air domain. Odds are, F35 will be an extremely capable aviation platform. Having said that, and from the perspective of an aviation geek, I would rather see F35 funds NOT be spent to deter adversaries, but to be invested in other areas such as infrastructure, education, health insurance experimentation, and affordable housing solutions.