Originally Posted by
Dawgfan6291
I know the story, but first, lets not act like Boeing and LM are not too big to fail. Both are key .mil suppliers, they aren't going anywhere. (and it looks like Boeing is going to end up being able to buy NG on top of it)
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The first Boeing jet, the 707 was totally designed and paid for with company RD money. They did receive a small grant to remove the fuel tanks from the KC135 to make room for the seats. Accounting is a wonderful thing.