Astronauts Warn Training Crunch Had NASA Shortfall
Apollo era astronauts told Congress that a severe shortage of crew training time was looming during the Challenger era. Henry Hartsfield described overloaded simulator hours for 15 scheduled flights and warned launch delays could occur without adequate training. John Young noted NASA could train only 10 to 12 crews yearly and cited parts shortages and overtime at Cape Canaveral.
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NASA
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Shultz backs Aquino strategy for Philippines insurgency
U S Secretary of State George Shultz endorsed Corazon Aquino's plan to quell the New People's Army. He supported negotiations toward a cease-fire and praised efforts to improve conditions and military capacity. A $200 million aid package was issued to support rural projects and cash relief.
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South Africa Delays Black School Openings Amid Unrest
South Africa will delay reopening black schools by two weeks to allow planning for student unrest. Daily official briefings are suspended as reporters face strict press restrictions. Police offered rewards up to 1,000 rands for tips on two downtown bombings injuring 19, with no arrests reported. The ANC would not confirm involvement. The government notes 61 dead under the emergency, including a Soweto mob killing and a man burned in Kwandlebele.
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South Africa
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