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US Air Force adds more deficiencies to KC-46 tanker problem set as Boeing faces additional delays

The US Air Force added new deficiencies to the KC-46 aerial-refuelling tanker program, compounding ongoing technical shortfalls. Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson told lawmakers she is frustrated with Boeing’s delays and said the company has been “overly optimistic” about fixing issues.

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Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

By Lockheed Martin: Releases BEGIN CONTAINER Newsroom News Releases Lockheed Martin Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results Orion capsule successfully completes historic mission around the moon Lockheed Martin and Department of War sign multiyear framework agreements to increase munitions production Sales of $18.0 billion Net earnings of $1.5 billion, or $6.44 per share Cash from operations of $220 million and free cash flow of $(291) million Reaffirms 2026 financial outlook BETHESDA, Md.

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