Contract will improve readiness and reduce costs
for more than 400 engines
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HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 20,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX
(NYSE: RTX) business, secured a three-year contract valued up to
$1.5 billion to sustain F119 engines,
which power the U.S. Air Force's F-22 fighter jets. The contract
will improve readiness and reduce costs for an F119 fleet of more
than 400 engines that have flown over 900,000 engine flight
hours.
"The F119's readiness and reliability rates have never been more
important, and we are improving both while lowering lifecycle
costs," said Jill Albertelli,
president of Military Engines at Pratt & Whitney. "We are
committed to helping our U.S. Air Force customer maintain the
F-22's combat edge."
The F-22 Raptor's two F119 engines generate over 35,000 pounds
of thrust, enabling altitudes above 65,000 feet with unmatched
speed and agility. Unlike many fighter jets, the F-22 can achieve
and maintain supersonic speeds without afterburners, a strategic
feature known as supercruise that conserves fuel and extends
operational range.
Pratt & Whitney has lowered costs on its F119 engines
through its on-going Usage Based Lifing program, which leverages
real-time data to enhance maintenance efficiency and extend engine
life; while also improving the engine's kinematic performance with
an engine control schedule update. This latest contract will
continue these readiness and cost savings efforts with a focus on
safety, availability, simplicity of maintenance, and modernization
initiatives.
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 2024 sales of more than $80
billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
For questions or to schedule an interview, please contact
corporatepr@rtx.com.
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