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GAO reports 15,000 operational days lost due to US submarine maintenance backlogs

A GAO audit reveals that maintenance delays have rendered US submarines non-operational for 15,000 days, incurring $3.4 billion in sustainment costs. This persistent backlog highlights critical capacity constraints in naval shipyards, limiting the fleet's readiness for potential maritime contingencies.

Defense Newsabout 23 hours agoUSengCredibility 50%View source

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#navy#readiness#logistics#defense-spending#shipbuilding

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