[snoringbear]

“Look at the Marine Corps procurement system. It’s so much better, and should be copied by the other branches.”

Yeah, for sure. And, the USMC’s number one criteria of it’s purchasing organization is prior to signing a contract to purchase any new piece of mechanized equipment it must demonstrate an ability to leak hydraulic fluid - in great and constant quantities! heh, heh, just kidding, just kidding...

[airborne]

I was a ground pounder. We didn’t get rides. (except on airplanes, and then only half of the flight) ;^)