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Army, Navy: JLTV Could Face Delay of a Year or More Due to Shutdown, Sequester

Mai Hanoon

Thursday, October 24th, 2013

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Army and Navy acquisition officials said procurement of the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle could be delayed a year or more because of sequestration, primarily in how it affects the program’s test schedule. During a hearing by the House Armed Services tactical air and land forces subcommittee, Army acquisition executive Heidi Shyu said that the government shutdown earlier this month canceled JLTV testing at several proving grounds around the country. Lockheed Martin is one of three companies competing for the Joint…

Congress

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Army

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Congress

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Budget

Trump’s $1.15 Trillion Request For DoD Is The ‘New Normal,” HASC Chairman Says

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