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Navy's $885M Drone Program Stalls Amid Technical Hurdles

6/12/2025

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The Government Accountability Office reveals troubling news for the Navy's Extra Large Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (XLUUV) program, which may falter after eight years and $885 million due to persistent delays and technical hurdles. Meanwhile, Boeing's modifications to Air Force One are also stalled, grappling with design flaws and workforce shortages that push back delivery timelines.

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The Government Accountability Office reveals troubling news for the Navy's Extra Large Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (XLUUV) program, which may falter after eight years and $885 million due to persistent delays and technical hurdles. Meanwhile, Boeing's modifications to Air Force One are also stalled, grappling with design flaws and workforce shortages that push back delivery timelines.