| Description |
ii, 41 p. : digital, PDF file |
| System Details |
Mode of access via the GAO web site. |
| Note |
Title from title screen (viewed on Nov. 14, 2008). |
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"November 2008." |
| Summary |
The Department of Defense's (DOD) use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) continues to increase. In 2000, DOD components had fewer than 50 unmanned aircraft in their inventory. By May 2008, they had more than 6,000. However, DOD faces challenges, such as UAS acquisition and the integration of UAS into joint combat operations. GAO has made a series of recommendations to address challenges, including the need for a UAS strategic plan. To improve upon the management and use of UAS, DOD has implemented several actions, such as establishing new task forces. GAO was asked to (1) identify key DOD efforts to improve the management and operational use of UAS and (2) assess the extent to which these efforts constitute an overarching organizational framework to guide and oversee UAS efforts. GAO reviewed DOD documents such as directives and memorandums, and interviewed agency officials. GAO recommends DOD designate a single entity accountable for integrating efforts related to UAS; define roles, responsibilities, and relationships among UAS-related entities; and develop a UAS strategic plan to align and integrate efforts and funding with long-term goals. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references. |
| Note |
"GAO-09-175." |
| Subject |
Drone aircraft -- United States -- Management.
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United States. Department of Defense -- Rules and practice.
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National Airspace System (U.S.)
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United States -- Armed Forces -- Weapons systems.
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| Added Author |
United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services. Subcommittee on Air and Land Forces.
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| Added Title |
Unmanned aircraft systems : additional actions needed to improve management and integration of Department of Defense efforts to support warfighter needs |
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Additional actions needed to improve management and integration of DOD efforts to support warfighter needs |
| Gpo Item No. |
0546-D (online) |
| Sudoc No. |
GA 1.13:GAO-09-175 |
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