Space Transportation: NASA Has No Firm Need for Increasingly Costly Orbital Maneuvering Vehicle
NSIAD-90-192
Published: Jul 31, 1990. Publicly Released: Jul 31, 1990.
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Highlights
Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO reviewed the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Orbital Maneuvering Vehicle (OMV) program, focusing on: (1) the need to continue the OMV program in light of reductions in OMV capabilities; and (2) the reasons for changes in OMV program costs and schedules.
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Matter for Congressional Consideration
| Matter | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Congress should deny the $85.4 million requested for OMV development in FY 1991, less any amount needed for termination expenses. According to a preliminary NASA estimate, about $33.2 million of FY 1991 funding will be needed for termination. |
Closed – Implemented
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Congress denied the entire $85.4 million requested. |
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Aerospace industryAerospace researchBudget cutsContract termination costsCost controlCost effectiveness analysisCost overrunsSatellitesSpace explorationSpare parts