The head of Northrop Grumman believes his company's contract for the new Air Force KC-45 tanker should be upheld. I'm not surprised to see this PR push in light of all the political posturing, but it's a little disappointing that the LA Times has given Northrop Grumman this type of platform. Granted, at least some pundits at the paper have always favored the Airbus/Northrop Grumman offer over Boeing's planes. Don't be surprised if Boeing fires back in another major publication, either directly or through a Congressional lacky. The GAO isn't required to report a decision until June 19; that leaves plenty of time for more congressional-military-industrial propaganda.
On a less serious note, Danger Room is soliciting names for the prospective tanker.
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