Let us not forget that the "backup" engine program was cut
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/02/16/house-votes-to-kill...
Not looking like such a great idea now ehh?
Oh yeah, we're supposed to forget these things.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/02/16/house-votes-to-kill...
Not looking like such a great idea now ehh?
Oh yeah, we're supposed to forget these things.
I remember some talk about it being more about politics than saving money. I can't remember what politician it was, but they were one of the big pushers of closing down GE's alternative engine program, which was convenient since they were from Connecticut where Pratt & Whitney is located (If I remember correctly).
Basically they wanted their state to benefit exclusively.
Not to say GE's engine would be in much better shape right now either. I am really not sure what the right decision would have been.