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Air Travel Security, 2004.
An analysis of the current air travel security system in the United States.
2,987 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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This paper discusses the new extensive security systems that have been implemented in the air travel sphere since September 11th, 2001. This paper examines the writing of one author who believes the new security measures are a positive thing and explores the various reasons why this author is right in his assertions.
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"The whole process of air travel in this country has changed drastically since the events of September 11, 2001. After the terrorist attacks that destroyed the World Trade Centers and damaged the Pentagon, tightening and heightening security on airline flights became an important priority to both the government and to the people. It can not be denied that these increased security measures have caused some major changes to the way the nation flies today. The whole process of going to an airport and getting on an airplane is very different from what it was. As with any new thing, there has been some controversy over the changes that have taken place. While many have welcomed these changes as a sign that the government and the airlines are committed to protecting the flying public, others are crying foul, complaining that these new security changes are an invasion of privacy at best, and a violation of civil liberties at worst."
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The Invention of Airplanes, 2002.
Looks at the history and evolution of air transportation.
941 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper looks at the early history of the airplane, what innovations have been made since its conception, mistakes made as airplanes evolved, and what possible changes will be made in the airline industry in the future. This information is evaluated with regard to the impact airplanes have had on transportation and the transportation industry.
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"At the end of the 1800?s, several people were trying invent the airplane. In 1891, German engineer Otto Lilienthal started to experiment with hang gliders. He based his experiments on the conceptions of Sir George Cayley, who had extensively studied birds and their flight almost a hundred years earlier (invention.psychology.msstate.edu/). Cayley discovered ?the lift function and the thrust function of bird wings were separate and distinct, and could be imitated by different systems on a fixed-wing craft (invention.psychology.msstate.edu/).? Lilienthal dealt with a fixed-wing glider at first, instead of a complete airplane. He made airline invention a respectable concept since he was a noted engineer. Prior to his involvement, inventors of airplanes were looked upon as crackpots and wild-eyed dreamers."
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British Airlines, 2002.
A look at the business environment within which British Airways (BA) operates and how this environment has changed over the last 5 years using PEST analysis.
2,058 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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This paper examines how, today, airlines have formed global alliances that also allow them benefit from each other's resources, such as additional routes and marketing strategies, as well as code-sharing agreements without incurring the high costs of expansion. It examines the advantages of this by analyzing the alliances, business strategy, and environment of British Airways in relation to other companies such as Ryan Air and Air France.
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The Operations of BA, Air France and Ryanair
BA Marketing Strategies (Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning)
Marketing Mix Comparison, BA, Air France and Ryanair
Critical Success Factors for BA and How These Have Changed Over the Last Five Years
BA?s Response to Ryanair
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"With a dominant position at London's Heathrow, Europe's busiest airport, BA enjoys a powerful franchise. But, BA's cost-cutting, downsizing strategy has caused it to lose its leadership position in both the European and global markets. Many believe it may become a take over target when an expected easing of the regulatory environment makes a radical consolidation of the European industry easier. Air France and Lufthansa are now outperforming BA in what could be a long-term battle to be one of Europe's two or three surviving major airlines. Under former CEO Ayling, it did little to draw customers and seemed not to bother promoting economy-class business--as if its position at Heathrow left passengers with few alternatives. BA has suffered particularly from competition on its U.S. routes, where it makes most of its money."
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Airlines Post 9/11, 2002.
A brief history of the aviation industry and the impact of 9/11.
3,486 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 98.95
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This paper looks at the development of the aviation industry from Leonardo da Vinci's sketches of fantastic flying machines to the Concorde flights. It looks at how the September 11, 2001, attack seriously impacted the airline and the tourism industries when the airplane was used as a tool to inflict damage and destruction on civilization intentionally and with great malice. It describes the emotional and financial effects on the aviation industry from production to security.
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"Reduced passenger volume on planes has seriously affected all dependent industries like the hospitality industry and the aircraft manufacture and servicing industry. Many small towns in America were seriously impacted when their main industry, aircraft manufacturing had to lay off workers. This was observed in Wichita, Kansas where bulk of aircraft industries was located. The town lost 14,000 jobs as a result of September 11 and the town lost billions in revenue and affected the city and town governments in the region. Cessna, an airplane manufacturer in Kansas was the last to announce layoffs and tried to hold on to its employees for as long as possible. Further cutting down of aircraft demand eventually forced the company to layoff workers."
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U.S. Air Force Management, 2002.
A look at the supply chain management practices in the U.S. Air Force.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper presents a detailed exploration of the supply chain management practices of the United States Air Force. The writer examines the method of meeting supply demand and the management of that demand. The writer uses several sources, including congressional testimony, to illustrate the topic and argue that it is a good system that should be continued as recommended in the congressional testimony.
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"All sectors of business use a supply chain man agement system to develop and handle the supply needs of the company. The United States Air Force for business purposes is one of the largest companies in the United States and as such as an immense organization it is vital that the management of the supply chain run as smoothly and effectively as possible. The current method of supply chain management works well and utilizes many business strategies that are common to the private sector. While there is room for improvement in any organization I believe the Air Force supply chain management is an effective and valuable system."
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Delta Airlines Management, 2002.
A look at the problems facing Delta Airlines management and suggested proposals for improvement.
2,807 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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The paper reviews, addresses, and contests the current environment, while providing guidance to Delta Airline managers on formulating a marketing strategy. It provides a SWOT analysis and, thereafter, presents the marketing strategy as laid out to improve the company's performance.
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"Transformation is continuous in the corporate travel industry. Lately, the speed of transformation, as well as its depth, has accelerated, and the corporate travel industry has seen spectacular changes. One of the major players in the corporate travel industry, the airlines, has been purposeful in acknowledging these transformations (Department of State, 2000). Paradoxically, a lot of these transformations took place when the airlines altered the traditional ways of doing business devoid of warning. The consequence of these constant transformations, the worth of the deep-rooted partnership amid corporations and airlines has reduced, as a result the profits have also come tumbling down. Airlines need to focus on their marketing strategy to augment their profits."
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The Wright Brothers, 2002.
A biography of Orville and Wilbur Wright.
1,180 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper looks at the story of the Wright Brothers? invention of the airplane. It shows how Orville and Wilbur, who operated a bicycle store and printing shop in Ohio, made history by developing the first successful plane in the early years of the 20th century. It examines how, although geniuses like Leonardo da Vinci might have drafted some of the first potential flying machines and many aspiring aviators contributed to an understanding of aerodynamics, it was the Wright Brothers who combined theory and engineering with persistent effort. It analyzes their impact on the career decision of the author.
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"Orville and Wilbur Wright demonstrated incredible tenacity, for their work was met with a series of setbacks. They not only struggled to get their machines off the ground, but they also grappled with patent laws. I hope to not only use the example of their success, but also of their ability to move beyond failure, to inspire and direct my personal efforts in this field. Wilbur Wright once predicted ?that men would sometime fly, but that it would not be within our lifetime,? (Geibert & Nolan, 39). In spite of early engineering setbacks, the brothers went on to prove that flying would be more than just a dream by the early 20th century."
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Flight 587, 2002.
A look at how the public dealt with the Flight 587 crash in New York, two months after 9-11.
1,515 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper presents a detailed examination of the American Airline Flight 587 crash in New York. The writer explores the way the public was handled following the crash, including the press releases aimed at the public's concern.
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"It had only been two months since the tragic events of 9-11 when the World Trade Centers went down. The nation was just beginning to heal and children were no longer looking nervously to the sky every time there was a low flying plane overhead. The nation was finally beginning to relax again when it happened. American Airlines flight #587 slammed into the city of New York."
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Flight Attendants, 2002.
Examines the job content of flight attendants - their role and duties.
1,859 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This research paper provides an account of working as a flight attendant. The paper includes a look at the nature of work, training requirements, qualifications, procedures, employment rate and earning rate as well as merits and demerits of the service occupation of flight attendants. The writer adds a number of current statistics, including salaries, size of workforce, breakdown of the workforce among others.
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"Almost all airlines provide their passengers with flight attendants in order to assist their customers travel comfortably. Since, the law demands airlines to hire flight attendants the individuals joining this occupation shoulder various responsibilities including making sure that passengers on board comply with the safety regulations and keeping a strict check pertaining to the availability of first aid kit and other safety equipment (Service Occupations: Flight Attendants). Moreover, flight attendants inform the flying public regarding the use of such emergency equipment, welcome their passengers on board, check their flying tickets as well as provide instructions to them regarding the placement of ?carry-on items? ."
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Advances in Jet Engine Design, 2002.
A brief examination of the technology in the designing of jet engines.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of advances in jet engine design. Specifically, it discusses new jet engine types or theoretical designs, including specifications, theory of operation, and how they will benefit modern aviation. Research on new technologies proliferates in the jet engine arena. The paper discusses how there are many companies and government agencies attempting to advance jet engine design and performance, including engines that can think for themselves, engines which can fly at seven times the speed of sound, and advanced software to help create these new designs.
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"Scientists and researchers are continually searching for new technologies for the future, and jet engine design is no exception to this search. New jet engine technologies are in various stages of research and design today, and modern aviation can look forward to many innovations that will move people and freight farther, faster, and with less jet noise in the future. NASA and the Air Force are two governmental agencies that are conducting research on how to improve jet engine technologies, but private enterprise is also looking at ways to improve the technology."
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Boeing, 2002.
A financial analysis of the Boeing company.
2,853 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
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This paper presents an evaluation of the Boeing company. The paper analyzes the company's fundamentals and the performance of comparables, as well as market performance. As well, the paper provides a projection of future revenues along with an estimation of the cost of capital with which Boeing produces its airplanes. The analysis takes into account all four areas of Boeing's production: Commercial Airplanes, Military Aircraft and Missile Systems, Space and Communications and Boeing Capital Corporation.
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"Despite the predictions of nay-sayers, Boeing provides a great amount of stability to investors. Based on the prospective cash flows, which can easily be predicted as orders for new construction are signed years in advance, Boeing has a stable future. However, the prospect of new wars should be considered in the context of a scenario analysis. In the case that America commits itself to a series of wars that limit the ability of the commercial economy to support international travel, Boeing?s production of commercial jets will suffer at the same time that it gains new contracts for military aircraft and weapons."
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British Airways, 2002.
This paper discusses the downturn in business activity for the airline industry since the Sept 11 attacks.
1,921 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper explores the effects on the airline industry since the September 11 terrorist attacks in America. While the attacks happened specifically in the U.S., the paper notes that the effects were felt throughout the global airline industry. Specifically, the paper looks at the downturn in business experienced by British Airways and the subsequent government action which was taken to help the industry.
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"The airline industry of Britain and elsewhere in the world has had a drastic set back due to the recent political climate. Although many airlines attribute the September 11 attacks as the core reason for their deteriorated performance nevertheless, according to a KPMG Corporate Finance report the European Airlines have been involve in a cyclical that entails financial performance dependent on fuel costs as well as exchange rate fluctuation."
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British Airways, 2002.
An industry analysis of Britain's national airline.
2,805 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 83.95
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This paper provides a complete overview of British Airways. It begins with a SWOT analysis of the company, showing its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. The paper then takes a look at the company's operations, marketing strategies and target market. Finally, the paper looks at British Airways' marketing mix and key success factors before comparing it to a 'no-frills' airline.
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"British Airways bears certain weaknesses that the company needs to overcome. Amongst these weaknesses is the lack of marketing strategy to win customer loyalty. Despite the great infrastructure hosted by the company, BA needs to carry out better marketing schemes to attract prospective travelers. The company suffers from a deprivation of strategic management for investment in the future which is most important for growth of the airline. The airline industry is growing due to globalization and needs of individuals to travel and explore. BA needs a strategic management strategy to keep its goals aligned with growing market trends to match needs of the future."
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Airline and Airport Security, 2002.
An overview of the security measures in the airline industry since September 11th.
925 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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After the devastating effects of September 11th, airline and airport security are paramount to most American travelers. The paper begins with a brief history of aviation security before examining what the American government is doing to enhance security today. The paper examines what the Federal Grant Program to Strengthen Aircraft Security entails and addresses additional changes such as the take-over of airport security by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
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"So why was airport security so poor and why has it been under constant scrutiny by the public and the FAA? Even before the terrorist attacks on September 11th, the airport security industry was troubled. Airport security companies were forced to work under a vicious cycle of economic forces that it could not control. Airlines, in order to save money, have commonly gone with the lowest bidder. In order to win these contracts, security companies paid a lower wage to its employees. Sometimes the old adage of you get what you pay for is true. Security staff workers at airports received little training and had limited backgrounds in the field of security. Most had no security background at all. (Boyne) This type of inert protection may have worked well in the 1970?s when threat of a non-violent, non-suicidal hijacker with a metal weapon was involved."
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Helicopter Noise, 2002.
A paper discussing laws and regulations pertaining to helicopter noise abatement.
1,890 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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Today, with every television news station, radio station, police department, traffic reporter, life-flight rescue and emergency units circling above, helicopter roter sounds have become an annoyance to the public. The paper shows that this has led to an increase in local restrictions and tighter certification standards, forcing manufacturers to seek new technology for sound abatement. The paper discusses the three noise categories and modern noise reduction technologies.
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"Helicopter noise reduction has become so important to rotorcraft manufacturers that competition has ignited advertising campaign wars with each claiming one or more of their models to be the quietest in the industry (Kernstock 1999). he competition is so great in many cases that many helicopters are ?within a tenth of a decibel of each other ? far below human hearing thresholds? (Kernstock 1999). This advent of low-noise technology has created two classifications of rotorcraft, the new quiet crafts that meet new regulations and the older noisy ones that continue to operate under grand-fathering clauses yet may be prevented from being introduced into new markets (Kernstock 1999). Moreover, as anti-noise regulations increase, the older grand-fathered craft could eventually become prohibited in many areas, causing serious consequences for many operators who cannot afford the newer models (Kernstock 1999)."
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The Success of JetBlue and Southwest Airlines After 9-11, 2002.
The paper looks at the success of low cost carriers such as JetBlue Airways and Southwest Airlines in the light of the current financial dilemmas affecting the major North American network of carriers.
5,437 words (approx. 21.7 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 133.95
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The paper analyzes how successful airlines like Southwest, JetBlue and the other low cost carriers have basically kept their costs down and satisfied the consumer demand for reasonably priced airline travel while maintaining consistent profits. The paper explores the significant factors that keep the major airlines in debt. The paper concludes that the major airlines need to make drastic changes, such as control costs and capacity, in order to overcome their financial predicaments.
Table of Contents
Problem Statement
Significance of the Study
Assumptions
Limitations
Review of Relevant Literature and Research
Research of Airline Industry Stocks
Jet Blue and Southwest Population
Results
Discussion in regard to 9-11
Conclusions
Recommendations
References
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"Moving into the twenty-first century, commercial aviation has been on a steady decline. Profits have dried up and overall passenger travel miles are down. To make matters worse, the lingering effects of September 11, 2001 have almost completely ruined the entire commercial aviation industry. United Airlines is in the brink of nearly shutting its doors forever. American Airlines, Continental, Delta, US Airways, American West and Northwest all are experiencing their worst financial difficulties in their corporate histories."
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Armed Commercial Airline Pilots, 2002.
An opinion paper arguing for commercial pilots to be armed to assist in preventing terrorist attacks.
1,926 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper argues for the institution of commercial pilots carrying arms. It shows that since the 9/11 attacks, people willing to fly on commercial airlines have drastically decreased. It argues that in order for the airline industry to be able to regain these figures and ensure passengers and crew that the skies are indeed friendly, commercial airline pilots need to be able to carry weapons, or have access to a weapon within the cockpit.
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"Airlines have undertaken various methods to ensure the cockpit is safe from any hijacker. These measures have included barring the cockpit and making it impenetrable to a terrorist on-board. While this is a positive first step, it does not relieve travelers of their worries, and in fact, alienates crew and passengers from the pilots. This kind of alienation does not increase the likelihood of someone choosing to fly over taking the train. It only sends out a subliminal message to passengers that flying is still dangerous because of the probability of a terrorist attack on a plane."
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?Gate Safe?, 2002.
Provides a marketing plan for this luggage delivery service.
2,571 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 77.95
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Misplaced luggage is a significant problem in the airline industry. While there are companies in the industry providing a misplaced luggage delivery service, this paper shows that there exists an opportunity for Gate Safe to enter the market because these companies do not have the professionalism airlines require. The paper looks at the current marketing situation of the company, performs a SWOT analysis and then suggests action programs to assist the company in its future marketing campaigns. The paper includes tables.
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"The total number of consumers arriving at LAX is predicted to be about 30 million. This is based on 2000 and 2001 figures, both with total arrivals of just over 30 million (LAWA). The figure for lost luggage on airlines is around four per 1000 passengers. Based on this, the total number of lost luggage items at LAX can be expected to be about 120,000 per year. For the first year, Gate Safe is not expected to manage luggage delivery for all airlines. The prediction is that it will gain accounts that cover 10 percent of passengers. This means Gate Safe will deliver 12,000 luggage items in the first year."
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The B-2 Stealth Bomber, 2002.
An evaluation of the The B-2 Stealth Bomber program.
964 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper looks at the B-2 Stealth Bomber program which is funded by Congress and supported by different administrations. The B-2 Bomber is noted for its use of stealth technology, which makes it virtually invisible to radar as a means of detecting its presence. It examines how critics have pointed out a number of flaws in this technology and in the entire program together with a report from the General Accounting Office in 1998 was especially critical and generated a response from the Air Force in an attempt to counter the critics. It shows how an evaluation of the project suggests that while the technology could be useful, it is not yet sufficiently developed to be utilized at the level the Air Force would like and the costs would support.
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"The B-2 bomber might be useful in certain situations, but the number that are already in operation could suffice for such operations. The Pentagon originally stated that it needed only 20 B-2s for all purposes, and it has more than that now. The manufacturer claims it can make the bombers less expensively, but this does not mean they are needed (Thompson 41). While high cost might be a consideration in determining whether such a system is needed or not, the primary rationales should be need and effectiveness. In the case of the B-2, not only is it expensive, it is also probably not needed and does not work as advertised in any case. Given that there is no evidence at all that the bombers can be fixed or that they will suddenly become needed, the program should be ended. Even if there were such evidence, the costs might not be justified by the small return that would be achieved."
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