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aeronautics are a direct result of the lack of
 (1) A department of aeronautics to handle the whole air question, co-equal with the Army and Navy.
 (2) A definite aeronautical policy.
 (3) An organization, both military and civil, to fit the aeronautical policy.
 (4) A method of providing suitable personnel for all air undertakings. 
 (5) A single system of procurement and supply for all air undertakings.
 (6) A system of instruction and inspection for all air elements. 

Until these fundamental principles for the creation of air power are put into effect, the air power of the United States will continue to flounder in the slough of aeronautical despond. 

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