SecDef Austin's Remarks Show Commitment to Weapon System Sustainability

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin recently spoke on the need for weapon system sustainability in order to ensure that they are available when needed. His remarks showed a commitment to making sure that all weapons systems are properly supplied and maintained. Austin stated, “The constant need for maintenance, spare parts and fuel gets kind of lost on a lot of people. If you can’t sustain a system in a fight, you might as well not even bother to deploy it.” He went on to explain that this is why some weapons systems have not been supplied; they require more resources than other systems do. This commitment from the Department of Defense shows their dedication to ensuring that all military personnel have access to the best equipment possible in order to protect our nation and its citizens. It also demonstrates their willingness to invest in the necessary resources so that these weapons systems can be properly sustained and deployed when needed. In addition, Austin noted that the Department of Defense is working with industry partners and allies around the world in order to develop new technologies and strategies for weapon system sustainability. This will help ensure that all personnel have access to the latest technology while also helping reduce costs associated with maintaining older systems. Overall, Secretary Austin's remarks show his commitment to ensuring that all military personnel have access to quality equipment when needed, regardless of whether or not it requires additional resources for maintenance or deployment. This is an important step towards keeping our nation safe and secure both now and into the future.