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...such investigation uncovered by Pentagon auditors that came to light last week: because of inflated cost estimates, claims an internal Air Force memo, the Lockheed Corp. stands to earn nearly twice the profits agreed upon for the production of five C-5B transport planes. Another horror story was reported last week by the Washington Post: in 1981, top executives at General Dynamics allegedly sought to delay the disclosure of a $100 million cost overrun on its nuclear-submarine program until lucrative new Navy contracts that would offset the losses were signed. Sherick laments, "I keep turning over rocks, and under...
...lost nearly $1.4 billion from 1980 through 1982, but they are expected to earn $1.5 billion in 1984, thanks largely to the economic rebound, tough cost cutting and the wiser use of new routes. Says David Garrett, chairman of Delta Air Lines, long one of the most profitable air-transport companies: "Once we get into 1985 and are completely into deregulation, we hope to see the industry stabilize...
When Sargent moved to Somerville early this month, he had to leave "Zdzblo" behind. "I wanted to put it in the middle of Harvard Square," said Sargent, "but I couldn't transport it there either...
...process also carries the risk of worker safety in transport and use of radioactive materials...
...carriers could meet. Representatives from about 50 domestic and 15 international carriers last week began a six-day session in Crystal City, Va., outside Washington, to work out new flight schedules. Ordinarily highly competitive, the officials pledged cooperation. Said Dan Henkin, a vice president of the Air Transport Association: "There is a strong desire to work something out and a driving force for speed." The unofficial deadline is Sept. 19, when the fall edition of the Official Airline Guide goes to press...