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Speaking of "experts"...

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A link to this was posted in the "Experts" edition of Mythbusters.  It warrants being placed front and center. I wish there were more representation for the other fighters (Rafale, Typhoon, and Gripen) but its a good debate.  Two former CF-18 pilots (neither of which is employed by a manufacturer) with differing opinions on what Canada's next fighter should be. Thanks Super Rhinoceront for the link!

Mythbuster: "Experts"

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Captain Buster was never one to say know to a free lunch, especially lately.  As his financial planner was fond of telling him, Captain Buster was much better at flying a CF-18 than managing his debt.  While he was not exactly starving, his bank statements were not exactly heartwarming. Besides, Captain Buster was looking forward to catching up with his old buddy, who had left the RCAF to join the private sector.  Vought-Republic, one of the biggest defense contractors around, was picking up the lunch bill today.  What Buster did not realize was that his friend would be bringing a co-worker... "Thanks for meeting with us today, Buster.  It's great seeing you again." "Yeah, it really is good to have a chance to catch up.  How has civvy life treating you?" "Really good!  I've just made junior vice-president.  You should see my office, it's got a great view of the city." "Wow." "Let me introduce you to the man res...