Military drone costs rise amid flying troubles in trials
The Hunter short range unmanned aerial vehicle, a 24 foot propeller craft, faced crashes and software bugs after nine prototypes in the Arizona desert. GAO urged halting funding until tested, while TRW pushed back, noting fixes and successful tests in Israel as production delays threaten costs.
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Military chiefs asked to predict readiness for 2001
Washington reports Senate Armed Services panel asks for 2001 readiness forecasts before budget action. A former joint chiefs group warned of hollow forces due to cannibalization and neglect unless spending rises, urging 12 Army divisions, 13 carriers, 25 Air Force fighter wings, and 194000 Marines. Senate action on the defense bill is slated for May.
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