Boeing Wichita Closure Adds RiskTo KC-46A

Boeing’s decision to close its Wichita facility by the end of next year may be good for the company’s books, but a senior U.S. Air Force official says it adds risk to its ability to execute the KC-46A aerial refueling contract.

The Wichita facility was “well-suited” for militarizing the 767-2C aircraft, including adding the refueling equipment, ...