Boeing Moon Rover Program Faces Rising Costs
Boeing confirms the Apollo Lunar Rove Vehicle project will cost about 81 million dollars, roughly 60 percent above the original contract, with potential delays past April 1 due to developmental problems. The LRV for Apollo 15 is planned for July 25, despite cited risks and tighter schedules.
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Rocco Petroné
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Huntsville Times
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General Motors Corp
Kleppe To Head Small Business Administration
Thomas S. Kleppe, 51, named by President Nixon to head the Small Business Administration. He plans to push more coordinated use of federal funds with private lenders, aiming to boost loans and technical help for minority firms and small businesses, while keeping Congress aware of agency needs.
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