Status of the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Modernization Program

Highlights

GAO reviewed various aspects of the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) modernization program, focusing on: (1) cost, performance, and system development issues pertaining to the Peacekeeper missile system; and (2) progress made by the Air Force in developing the small ICBM and its survivable basing modes.

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National Defense

Weapons systemsDefense appropriationsIntercontinental ballistic missilesLife cycle costsNational defense operationsNuclear weapons testingProgram managementResearch and developmentMissilesMilitary forces