NASA has offered up details of its $18.69 billion budget for
fiscal year 2010 to advance Earth science, complete the
International Space Station, explore the solar system and conduct
aeronautics research. The budget request represents an increase of
$903.6 million, or 5 percent, above funding provided in the fiscal
year 2009 Omnibus Appropriations Act.
Proposal: The Administration proposes to
terminate the Multiple Kill Vehicle (MKV), which is a long-term
research and development program designed to counter ballistic
missile threats by using several "kill" vehicles launched from a
single interceptor, or missile.
Proposal: The Administration proposes to
terminate the Air Force's Transformational Satellite (TSAT) program
because of significant cost increases and slips in schedule.
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