"We are trying to work something out with the Pentagon," she said.

The lab's contract with the Pentagon was worth $319 million last year.

Ask him why he hasn't investigated with the Pentagon about the new island.

As a result, the industry is taking a harder line with the Pentagon about what terms it will accept on new projects.

Many companies have simply stopped doing business with the Pentagon, citing the low profit potential.

Two years ago he found a way to act as an intermediary again - this time with the Pentagon.

But the real difference with the Pentagon is the extra number of troops and planes.

Last year, however, it was not listed among the 100 contractors that did the most business with the Pentagon.

The final decision to fly, however, would have to rest with the Pentagon.

Boeing's relationship with the Pentagon is coming under increasing fire.