March 1, 2008-- The Air Force Tanker contract awarded to Northrop-Grumman/EADS yesterday should have a huge impact on the Alabama Gulf Coast Economy. Listed below are links to articles and websites related to this story...Note that these links are just a few of thousands of articles about this historic event. Click on the Google News Search link below to see how far this story is spreading.
From the Mobile Press-Register:
Air Force awards tanker contract to Northrop-EADS
Mobile on a Roll
Next challenge: Find the workforce
Local leaders make promises worth millions
What they're saying
From the Pensacola News Journal:
Mobile lands $40 Billion Dollar Deal
Contract good for Florida
Pensacola Chamber Officials Weigh-in
U.S. Rep. Miller applauds contract
From WPMI NBC-15:
AP Story with Public Comments
Brookley boasts rich aviation history
The most anticipated phone call of 2008
A Big Win: Mobile takes the spotlight
Everett, Washington residents "angry, shocked, outraged" by tanker decision
Governor Riley Statement on Selection of Mobile as Site for Aircraft Manufacturing
From WKRG TV-5:
Sen. Jeff Sessions: Historic For Alabama and Mobile
Alabama & Mobile Excited over $40 Billion Dollar Deal
Mobile Wins Air Force Tanker Contract
Gov. Riley: KC-30 Will Be Built By Patriotic People
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