WASHINGTON --- The National Intelligence Council (N.I
The GAO was asked to identify the impact C-5 modernization cost increases have had on the mix of US strategic transport aircraft; assess the current C-5 modernization cost estimate; and identify C-17 production plans and issues related to production line shutdown.>> What GAO Found>> The Air Force has cut the number of C-5s it plans to fully modernize by more than half because of substantial cost increases in the C-5 Reliability Enhancement and Reengining Program (RERP) and plans to acquire more C-17s, with additional congressional funding
WASHINGTON --- Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W
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CORNWALLIS, Canada --- Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates wrapped up his first session today with President-elect Barack Obamas transition team leaders, sharing insights about the initial challenges the new defense team will likely face, Pentagon Press Secretary Geoff Morrell said
WASHINGTON --- New analysis from Deloitte on Major Defense Acquisition Programs indicates an imminent need for the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industry to reexamine their acquisition process or risk facing cost overruns that may exceed 46 percent in 10 years, up from 26 percent today.>> To help the A&D industry keep their programs on schedule and within budget, Deloitte today announced some key best practices
EVERETT, Wash. --- Boeing today announced an adjusted schedule for production and delivery of the 747-8 Freighter and Intercontinental airplanes
>The I-Ball sensor ball. (UK MoD photo)Troops will be able to get an eye on the enemy with the development of new I-Ball technology
NATICK, Mass. -- On Sept
WASHINGTON --- Americans need to have a serious debate about what it takes to defend the United States, said Navy Adm. Mike Mullen during a Pentagon news conference today