Lockheed CEO says risk associated with replacing Turkey F-35 suppliers is covered by government

By Marjorie Censer / October 22, 2019 at 12:29 PM
As Lockheed Martin works to replace Turkish suppliers on the F-35 program, the company's associated risk is covered by the U.S. government, according to the contractor's chief executive. In a call with analysts this morning, Marillyn Hewson said Lockheed continues to work closely with the U.S. government to establish alternate suppliers. Earlier this year, the Pentagon announced Turkey's explusion from the program . Hewson said today Lockheed, as the prime contractor, is tasked with finding new suppliers. "Do we have...

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