John Thune actually said...

the Department of the Navy has identified a naval aviation strike fighter shortfall, which it projects to be more than 240 aircraft by 2018.

Thune highlights a projected shortfall of naval aviation strike fighters due to program delays.

06/08/2009

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It has been very helpful, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate this. Thank you for calling the hearing.

I think we have to debunk and dispel that out there.

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