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John McCain: “If the F-35 program costs continue to significantly increase and the F-35 development does not go as well as…”

On the recordJanuary 14, 2009
If the F-35 program costs continue to significantly increase and the F-35 development does not go as well as promised--draining resources from other priority programs that are needed by the Navy--what actions would you recommend the Department take to remedy strike-fighter shortfalls and preserve its limited procurement base?
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain questions the viability of the F-35 program amid rising costs and delays.

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