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Analyzing spending data emerges as a key metric for assessing the DoD's priorities. This data provides direct insight into where resources are allocated and reflects the focus of military advancements. A notable observation is the stark decline in military engines as a portion of the Air Force and Navy's Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) spending.
The cyclical shifts in investment trends indicate a potential resurgence prompted by upcoming advancements in sixth-generation fighter technology.