Status of the Peacekeeper (MX) Weapon System
NSIAD-84-112
Published: May 09, 1984. Publicly Released: May 09, 1984.
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Highlights
GAO reviewed the Peacekeeper (MX) weapon system program to assess the Air Force's performance in meeting program acquisition goals and to identify risks in missile production as part of a continuing GAO program to monitor major Department of Defense (D0D) weapon acquisition programs.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should revise the Peacekeeper SAR to show: (1) total estimated program cost from the time of program inception; (2) the cost estimates at the time of full-scale development approval as the baseline for measuring cost status and progress for the program; and (3) missile and basing costs separately. |
Closed – Not Implemented
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should update the Soviet threat assessment and evaluate Peacekeeper's technical performance relative to the revised threat. |
Closed – Not Implemented
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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Combat readinessCost analysisDefense procurementIntercontinental ballistic missilesProgram evaluationReporting requirementsWeapons systemsMilitary forcesMissilesStrategic forces