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Half of Pentagon’s acquisition programs marred by poor management

By Laurel Adams

March 29, 2011

Over the past two years, Pentagon spending has increased by $135 billion, growing to a total of $1.68 trillion. Almost half of the increase

Will the $55 billion bomber program fly?

By David Axe

March 26, 2012

The pricetag is at least $55 billion, the design is unsettled and the mission is controversial.

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"… chwartz said in a recent speech, using the acronym for “Remotely Piloted Aircraft.” As a drone advocate, Cartwright wanted to change that policy. “I don …"

F-35 deputy sees challenges ahead

By R. Jeffrey Smith and Aaron Mehta

September 21, 2012

New F-35 program deputy gives a candid assessment of flaws in the most expensive weapon in Pentagon history.

Documents show Air Force neglected concerns about F-22 pilot safety

Documents show Air Force neglected concerns about pilot safety

A close call for the world’s most advanced warplane?

By Douglas Birch

January 24, 2013

Fuel line leaks and a special vulnerability to lightning are the latest troubles for the Pentagon's advanced fighter jet

Pentagon criticizes F-35 contractors but hands over the dough

By Douglas Birch and R. Jeffrey Smith

March 1, 2013

UPDATE: Early flight tests show multiple problems but the program gets new funds just before sequester.

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