Construction Is Still Years Away

Although the SSN(X) program is slated to debut in 2031, construction won’t begin until 2034 when the U.S. Navy is expected to start buying two boats per year. But why the long wait?
Although the SSN(X) program is slated to debut in 2031, construction won’t begin until 2034 when the U.S. Navy is expected to start buying two boats per year. But why the long wait?