05.23.03

Senator Cantwell's Statement on the Approval of the Boeing 767 Tanker Lease

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – This is the day we've been working for. It's a big victory for our state's economy and will deliver a sustained boost for Boeing's production lines and its workers at a time when they need it most.

The men and women who serve our nation in the Air Force need and deserve the best equipment available, and the Boeing 767 tanker is a best-of-breed technology. It will play a critical role in keeping our military strong and providing for our national defense.