New Mexico spaceport announces successful launch of test vehicle by Lockheed MartinOctober 12th, 2009 Lockheed Martin launches test flight in New MexicoUPHAM, N.M. — Officials say Lockheed Martin successfully launched a test flight vehicle over the weekend at New Mexico's spaceport.
Boeing to record $1 billion 3rd-quarter charge due to 747-8 program, market conditionsOctober 6th, 2009 Boeing to record $1B charge due to 747-8 costsCHICAGO — Boeing said Tuesday it expects to record a charge of $1 billion in the third quarter due to higher costs in its 747-8 program and difficult market conditions. About $640 million of the charge reflects higher estimated costs to produce 747-8 airplanes at Boeing and its suppliers, Boeing said.
Boeing gets $26.2 million Air Force deal for spare parts for C-17 aircraftSeptember 30th, 2009 Boeing gets $26.2M Air Force dealWASHINGTON — Boeing Co.'s McDonnell Douglas received a $26.2 million contract boost from the Air Force to buy spare parts for the C-17 aircraft, the Pentagon said late Wednesday. Shares of the Chicago-based company fell 5 cents to $54.10 in after-hours trading, after falling 47 cents to close at $54.15.
Summary Box: Air Force kicks off $35 billion tanker competition between Boeing, NorthropSeptember 25th, 2009 Summary Box: Air Force restarts $35B tanker dealFRESH START: The Air Force on Friday released its latest request for bids on a $35 billion contract for mid-flight refueling tankers coveted by Boeing Co. and Northrop Grumman Corp.
Boeing gets $102.3 million Air Force deal for logistics on aerial refueling tankersSeptember 3rd, 2009 Boeing gets $102.3M Air Force dealWASHINGTON — Boeing Co.'s McDonnell Douglas Corp. received a $102.3 million contract boost from the Air Force for logistics support for the KC-10 and KDC-10 aerial refueling tankers, the Pentagon said late Thursday.
Boeing receives $8.4 million contract under the Army's modernization programAugust 25th, 2009 Boeing gets $8.4M Army pactWASHINGTON — Aerospace manufacturer Boeing Co.received an $8.4 million contract for the ground tactical network of the Army's modernization program, the Pentagon said Monday. Boeing will now be allowed to execute on specific tasks for the Army's Future Combat Systems program, which combines heavy firepower with high tech gadgetry, like unmanned sensors that would help soldiers fight more effectively.
Boeing says it has delivered 78th 777 aircraft to Dubai-based EmiratesJuly 30th, 2009 Boeing delivers 78th 777 to EmiratesEVERETT, Wash. — Plane maker Boeing Co.
Turkish Airlines orders 7 Boeing 777s listed at $1.9 billionJuly 28th, 2009 Turkish Airlines orders 7 Boeing 777sSEATTLE — Boeing says Turkish Airlines finalized an order for seven extended range 777-300s worth $1.9 billion at list prices. Tuesday's order adds to an order for five 777-300ERs placed in April by Turkish Airlines, which currently operates a fleet of 65 Boeing planes.
Boeing's new 787 taxies for the first time under its own powerJuly 8th, 2009 Boeing's new 787 taxies for first timeEVERETT, Wash. — A Boeing Co.
Boeing's new 787 taxis for first time under its own power, timing of test flight still unclearJuly 8th, 2009 Boeing's new 787 jetliner taxis for first timeEVERETT, Wash. — A Boeing spokesman says the aerospace manufacturer's new 787 jetliner taxied under its own power Tuesday for the first time in its development.
Boeing to pay $580 million for South Carolina plant where 787 Dreamliners are builtJuly 7th, 2009 Boeing pays $580M for SC Dreamliner plant
SEATTLE — Boeing Co. said Tuesday it will pay $580 million in cash for a South Carolina plant where the company's eagerly awaited Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes are built.
Boeing to pay $580 million for South Carolina plant where parts for 787 Dreamliners are builtJuly 7th, 2009 Boeing pays $580M for SC Dreamliner parts plantSEATTLE — Boeing Co. said Tuesday it will pay $580 million in cash for a South Carolina plant where large components for the company's eagerly awaited Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes are built.
Boeing gets $750 million Air Force deal for engineering services on B-52 bomberJune 29th, 2009 Boeing gets $750M Air Force deal for B-52 bomberWASHINGTON — Aerospace company Boeing Co. received a $750 million contract from the Air Force to provide additional services for the B-52 bomber, the Pentagon said late Monday.
World's most powerful laser, to be used for checking old nuclear weapons, unveiled in Calif.May 31st, 2009 World's strongest laser unveiled at California labLIVERMORE, Calif. — The world's most powerful laser, created to help keep tabs on the nation's nuclear weapons stockpile while also studying the heavens, has been unveiled.
Turkish Airlines orders 5 Boeing 777-300ER airplanes in deal worth $1.36 billionMay 6th, 2009 Turkish Airlines orders 5 Boeing 777sSEATTLE — Boeing and Turkish Airlines have signed an order for five 777-300ER jetliners. The order is valued at $1.36 billion at list prices.
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