I hope that this is an area that you will pursue with your procurement people, because as you know, Readiness in the Air Force is an issue depending upon the airframe. 50, 60% readiness, sometimes higher, sometimes lower. Do you agree with me that we really need to stress our ability to repair our own equipment and to do so on a timely basis? Absolutely, Senator. (02:35–02:44)
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Asserts that Air Force readiness varies significantly by airframe, sometimes as low as 50-60%.
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