Reusable rockets are here, so why is NASA paying more to launch stuff to space?

Reusable rockets are here, so why is NASA paying more to launch stuff to space?

Something appears to be broken in how NASA procures launch services.

NASA is paying more and more for its space missions despite reusable missiles and more frequent launches. A new study shows that start-up costs are rising every year by almost 3 percent - contrary to all expectations that privatisation and SpaceX's innovations will lower prices. (Continue reading)