NASA's Space Launch System Faces Affordability Issues, Criticism Over Cost Transparency, According to Government Watchdogs
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NASA officials say the Space Launch System rocket is "unaffordable" at current costs, per a Government Accountability Office report.
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The GAO report criticizes lack of transparency into ongoing SLS program costs.
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NASA recognizes need to improve affordability and has a plan to cut costs through efficiency and innovation.
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Watchdogs like GAO and NASA's inspector general have repeatedly criticized SLS for issues like contracting cost overruns.
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GAO says NASA has not implemented recommendation to develop full production cost baseline to monitor SLS affordability.