02/16/2011
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"such an approach increases the risk of costly design changes in the event unexpected issues arise during testing."
"Senator McCain pointed out, the cost cap was established at $480 million, with an escalation provided for the cost cap."
"Do you agree with Secretary Stackley's remarks about the relative ease on the whole issue of combat systems on the different ships?"
"It takes a lot of training and a lot of skill to man one of these ships efficiently, with the latest technology and equipment."