NFTC basically split jet flying and the full FLIT into Phase III and Phase IV. And you got wings after Phase III. Not everybody went onto Phase IV right away.
The FFLIT program will replace the Hawk for the above. What I am suggesting is that in lieu of the stupid Gripen sole source we add a light fighter that is exactly based on the FFLIT. Or even just more FFLITs. This is common in many other smaller air forces. It doesn't add the full burden of another type. And becomes a place to park a new FLIT grad to build experience before going to a main fighter squadron. And I've heard this was actually presented as a COA. Since we need to buy a FLIT anyway, this is a kill two birds with one stone situation.
