Again, it would not be appropriate for me to comment on a specific number provided by F-35 void of all the detailed assumptions that go into that, because life cycle cost analysis is a complex activity. What I can talk about, however, sir, is the tremendous reliability, maintainability, and supportability of the F-18E/F Super Hornet. If you look at any characteristic there, be it maintenance man-hour per flight-hour, etc., I would stand the Super Hornet up against any weapons system out there.
On November 4th, 2010. See this statement in context.