Washington fizzle over guns vs. butter in defense budget clash
A coalition of unions city officials and civil rights leaders press President Carter over anticipated defense budget increases. They warn continued military growth may squeeze domestic programs and urge substantial cuts while noting mixed signals from OMB about weapons spending.
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Ron Brown
Urban League
Air Force Grounds Most F-111 and FB-111 Planes
The Air Force grounded 399 of 452 F-111 and FB-111 aircraft owing to engine crack defects found in 113 of the first 341 engines inspected. Another 53 have resumed flight after clearance while remaining planes await full inspection results.
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