Costs and Benefits of a Common Strategic Rotary Launcher Should Be Reassessed Before Further Funds Are Available
MASAD-83-3
Published: Nov 15, 1982. Publicly Released: Nov 15, 1982.
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Highlights
GAO reviewed the issues concerning the program cost, operational advantages, program concurrency, and management coordination of Air Force plans to acquire a multipurpose common strategic rotary launcher (CSRL) for the B-52H, B-1B, and advanced technology bombers.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should reassess the costs and benefits of the proposed CSRL and alternative unique launchers before obligating further funds for CSRL development or procurement. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should determine whether the concurrency of the CSRL program is acceptable. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should direct the Secretary of the Air Force to consolidate or otherwise strengthen management of launcher acquisition programs. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should select either the CSRL or the unique ALCM launcher for the B-1B to avoid unnecessary development expense. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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Weapons systemsBomber aircraftCost analysisDefense procurementLife cycle costsProgram evaluationMilitary forcesNuclear weaponsSystems acquisitionConcurrency