04/09/2018
https://www.congress.gov...
"The Air Force is currently 511 fighter pilots short of the total manning requirement, and our projections indicate this deficit will continue to grow to approximately 834 by 2022."
"But if you do not have enough good pilots, all this stuff is worthless."
"I think to have a plan next year is great, but it seems to me if we are expecting a deficit of 834 by 2022, the sooner the better."
"I strongly believe that greater access to Lifeline benefits will provide support for veterans in need."