The way other things have been going in this 21st century ...
I wouldn't put it past the indwelling weapons suppliers to have a new plan that includes talking points.
Instead of a real test between an old F-16 and a new F-35 being labeled as a complete success it was labeled a failure.
What good would it do to brag about being the best in the face of the enemy?
I can always hope and dream that my country is the best in everything they do, especially when push comes to shove.