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defense2 years ago•8 min saved

Pratt criticizes Lockheed's advocacy for adaptive engine technology.

Lockheed Martin's advocacy for the Adaptive Engine Transition Program (AETP) as an alternative engine for the F-35 has caused tensions with engine producer Pratt & Whitney, who feel betrayed by the public comments. Pratt executives accused Lockheed of attempting to delay or stop the Air Force's Next Generation Air Dominance program and seeking greater longevity on the F-35 line that would distract from or defeat the purpose of a new, sixth-generation fighter. The disagreement centers around the future of the engine and the need for a sixth-generation fighter.

via Breaking Defense|

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defense2 years ago•3 min saved

Lockheed's support for new F-35 engine draws criticism from Pratt.

Lockheed Martin publicly supports the Adaptive Engine Transition Program (AETP) for the F-35 fighter jet, which would provide greater power and cooling capabilities beyond upcoming Block 4 upgrades. This breaks with the Pentagon's decision to upgrade the fighter's current Pratt & Whitney-made engines. Pratt & Whitney rebuked Lockheed's statement, saying that an AETP engine is unproven and better suited for a sixth-generation aircraft. The Pentagon decided to go with the Engine Core Upgrade in the fiscal 2024 budget proposal, but the House Armed Services Committee proposed funding for both options.

via Defense News|

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