Sunday, January 04, 2015

GE Aviation makes its move to smash P&W.

Thanks for the link William.



Yeah.

The fight has begun.  News has it that the Republicans are looking to make deficit reduction and no "missteps" their agenda this year.  That means sequestration might be eased but it will not go away.

The Navy will get upgrades to existing gear alot easier than buying new stuff.  The Advanced Super Hornet looks more and more likely.  We might not see the complete package but engines, maybe the fuel tanks and a few enclosed weapon pods here and there....it'll get done, but it'll be on the sly.

Note:  Republican policy planning for the next year is outlined in this AP news story.  Observe the lack of focus on boosting defense spending.  I expect defense hawks like McCain and Graham to raise a ruckus but for nothing to be done.  The focus on the deficit will calm the Tea Party while most issues and programs unchanged.  Relief for the defense industry/budget will come with the next President...if it comes at all.