"Brian Gaff" wrote:

I'm just confused now. Are we saying that it actually costs that amount
to
make a set, or are we saying they will not reuse them?

No, we're not "saying" that, I'm asking that! :-)

I didn't think that the statement on the web site I linked to was clear on
that detail.

Ultimately, what I am wondering is since it seems that an inline
five-segment SRB is going to be used for at least the heavy lift needs
post-shuttle, will there be some savings due to lots of "flight-certified"
SRB segments available, without need to manufacture new ones? Or, will these
SRBs cost the same as now? What will the "re-certification" (or whatever)
requirements be for refurbished boosters, given they would be used for cargo
only (in this application)?

Jon