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In response to historically high cost growth in the acquisition of space systems, the Under Secretary of the Air Force, in accordance with National Security Spa

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1. Introduction / 2. Space system fundamentals / 3. Reviewing a cost estimate / 4. Space vehicle cost crosschecks / 5. Common issues in estimating space program