Weapons Makers ‘Conned’ the U.S. Army: Dan Driscoll Targets $47,000 Black Hawk Button and Unveils Historic Acquisition Shake‑Up
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll accused major defense contractors of “conning” the Pentagon and taxpayers, citing a $15 Black Hawk helicopter knob that costs the Army $47,000 to replace due to manufacturer restrictions. Driscoll said the Army spends $188,000 a month replacing the part, calling it a symbol of broken acquisition practices.