The sad part is this contract may be decided based more on political rather than genuine security considerations.
Boeing backers eye adding trade to tanker contest(Reuters) WASHINGTON - Lawmakers who back Boeing Co. said they were considering legislative action to ensure the Pentagon did not exempt Airbus parent EADS from U.S. export restrictions and other laws in a $35-billion refueling aircraft competition that resumes this week.
Representative Todd Tiahrt, a Republican from Kansas -- where Boeing has a big plant -- said on Tuesday he expected to see a draft request for proposals for the new competition on Thursday.
The Air Force's third attempt to begin replacing its aging KC-135 tankers is being closely watched by lawmakers supporting Boeing, and those backing a rival bid by Northrop Grumman Corp. and Europe's EADS.
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