U.S. Navy – Due to a lack of funds, the U.S. Navy is spending more time in port this fiscal year than it intended to – it simply does not have the funds available to send ships to sea.

• Stars and Stripes: Shortage of cash for fuel leaves Navy ships parked at pier

U.S. Navy – F-18 Hornets are wearing out faster than expected. They will need to undergo a Service Life Extension Program in order to remain in service, the funding for which will cut into funds available to purchase the aircraft which will be their successors.

• Virginian Pilot: Hornets wear out too fast, Navy says