Milestone moves program closer to detailed
design review
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HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 12,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX
(NYSE: RTX) business, has completed a critical assessment of its
Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) offering with the U.S.
Air Force, moving the program closer to completing its detailed
design review. The team is now working towards ground testing of
its NGAP prototype, referred to as XA103, which is expected to
occur in the late 2020s.
"We are embracing digital transformation with NGAP and changing
the customer experience through the entire development process in
order to rapidly and efficiently deliver these advanced adaptive
engines," said Jill Albertelli,
president of Pratt & Whitney's Military Engines business. "This
technology is critical to maintaining air superiority, which is why
Pratt & Whitney has made significant investments in research
and development and advanced manufacturing. Continued government
funding for sixth-generation propulsion development must remain a
high priority to support critical platform milestones and
warfighter readiness."
The engine will enhance performance that is key to enabling
future air dominance capabilities, which are needed to ensure the
U.S. Air Force achieves air superiority and deters pacing
challenges.
NGAP technologies will provide advanced survivability, fuel
efficiency, and robust power and thermal management. These are
necessary to enable the required range, weapon and sensor
capability, and persistence future air dominance platforms will
require to meet evolving operational needs.
About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture
and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. To learn
more visit www.prattwhitney.com.
About RTX
RTX is the world's largest aerospace and
defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push
the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and
protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins
Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing
aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational
success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and
manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical
challenges. The company, with 2023 sales of $68.9 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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