Delivery Systems & Nuclear Triad

New Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent Expected to Cost $40-$60 Billion, Official Says

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Brian Bradley
NS&D Monitor
3/6/2015
The Air Force’s new Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) is estimated to cost $40-$60 billion overall, according to an industry official involved in program discussions. Budget documents indicate the Air Force…

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