Northrop Grumman backs out of T-X program

By Marjorie Censer / February 1, 2017 at 9:39 AM
Northrop Grumman and BAE Systems said today they have decided not to bid on the Air Force's T-X trainer program, marking the second team to publicly withdraw from the competition. Northrop said the two "carefully examined" the requirements and acquisition strategy. "The companies have decided not to submit a proposal for the T-X Trainer program, as it would not be in the best interest of the companies and their shareholders," Northrop said. Last week, Raytheon and Leonardo, who had planned...

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