Wilson Excited Military Is One Step Closer to Aerial Refueling Capability
February 24, 2011
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement regarding the Department of Defense's recent announcement to award a $35 Billion tanker contract to the Boeing Company,
"Today's Department of Defense announcement that Boeing will be the provider for the KC-X Aerial Refueling Tanker is great news for our armed services. This critical aircraft will be charged with providing aerial refueling capability to our military. Such resources are instrumental in ensuring we provide our men and women in uniform the necessary tools to protect our freedoms.
"With Boeing's large presence in South Carolina, I am delighted that a local company will be responsible for building nearly 200 refueling aircraft for the United States Air Force. This decision is great news for the workers of South Carolina and the thousands of suppliers across America."
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