Trump Pits Lockheed Versus Boeing With Tweet

The transcript discusses the debate between the F35 and Super Hornet aircraft, focusing on their capabilities and the preferences of the Navy, Air Force, and Marines. It highlights the strategic responses of Lockheed and Boeing to government contracts and the implications of President Trump's policies on military spending. The discussion also touches on the challenges of balancing defense spending with fiscal policies.

What has been the Navy's purchasing trend for the Super Hornet compared to the F35C over the past five years?

• The Navy has stopped purchasing both Super Hornets and F35Cs.

• The Navy has purchased more Super Hornets than F35Cs.

• The Navy has purchased more F35Cs than Super Hornets.

• The Navy has purchased an equal number of Super Hornets and F35Cs.

Which unique capability does the F35 have that the F18 cannot be re-engineered to perform?

• Supersonic speed

• Underwater operation

• Vertical takeoff and landing

• Long-range bombing

Which branches of the military are the primary focus of the F35 program?

• Navy and Coast Guard

• Marines and Coast Guard

• Air Force and Marines

• Army and Navy

What is one of the main reasons President Trump is pressuring defense contractors like Lockheed?

• To increase the production of F18s

• To reduce costs and create competition

• To stop the production of F35s

• To merge with Boeing

What economic factors are likely to rise due to the administration's plans?

• Interest rates

• Deficits

• Inflation

• Unemployment