RTX's Collins Aerospace enhances capabilities to speed Marine Corps decision-making in battle

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Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, demonstrated new technology at Project Convergence Capstone 5 that enhances military information gathering and decision-making capabilities. The system successfully integrated data from multiple military and commercial sensors, providing real-time situational awareness to Marines during the exercise.

Working with the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab (MCWL), Collins developed a solution that combines various data sources to deliver a comprehensive battlefield view to the Landing Force Operations Center. This integration enables faster decision-making while making it more difficult for adversaries to track U.S. forces.

The technology demonstration showcases Collins' ability to collect, aggregate, process, and share data across land, air, and sea domains, ensuring mission-critical information reaches commanders efficiently for quick and decisive action.

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• Development of advanced military technology strengthens RTX's defense sector position
• Ongoing multi-year partnership with Marine Corps Warfighting Lab indicates stable government contracts
• Successful demonstration of new technology at major military exercise validates capabilities

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• No specific revenue or contract value details provided
• Timeline for full deployment and commercialization not specified

Integration of military and commercial sensor data delivered real-time, secure situational awareness, enabling faster decision-making and improved operational effectiveness

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif., April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, successfully demonstrated new technology that helps the military gather and use information from a wider range of sources at Project Convergence Capstone 5, a large-scale military exercise. By integrating data from multiple sources into one place, Collins delivered real-time situational awareness to Marines during the exercise. Collins has been working with the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab (MCWL) on a multi-year plan to develop and test these advanced capabilities in exercises with active military units.

Collins combined data from a range of sources, including military and commercial sensors, to give Marines a clearer and more complete view of the battlefield. This information was sent to the Landing Force Operations Center —a command center used for coordinating amphibious landings.

"Battlefield operations can be extremely dynamic, requiring rapid adaptation and flexibility," said Elaine Bitonti, vice president and general manager for the Connected Battlespace & Emerging Capabilities at Collins Aerospace. "At PCC5, Collins integrated ship and airborne platforms to provide Marine Corps commanders with the clear, secure data needed to make decisions quickly."

By combining information from both government and commercial sensors, Collins Aerospace helps military leaders make faster decisions while making it harder for adversaries to track and target U.S. forces. This improves the safety and effectiveness of military operations.

Collins participates in technology demonstrations to advance readiness for fielding new solutions to collect, aggregate, process, and share data to help joint force commanders act quickly and decisively with weapons or force maneuvers. Developing secure and resilient communications across land, air, and sea domains ensures mission-critical information reaches those who need it most, when they need it. 

About Collins Aerospace 
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a leader in integrated and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Our 80,000 employees are dedicated to delivering future-focused technologies to advance sustainable and connected aviation, passenger safety and comfort, mission success, space exploration, and more. 

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.

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FAQ

What new technology did RTX's Collins Aerospace demonstrate at Project Convergence Capstone 5?

Collins Aerospace demonstrated technology that integrates military and commercial sensor data to provide real-time situational awareness for Marine Corps operations, enhancing battlefield decision-making capabilities.

How does Collins Aerospace's new system benefit Marine Corps operations?

The system provides clearer battlefield visibility by combining multiple data sources, enables faster decision-making, and makes it harder for adversaries to track U.S. forces, improving operational safety and effectiveness.

What is the partnership between Collins Aerospace and the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab?

Collins Aerospace is working with MCWL on a multi-year plan to develop and test advanced data integration capabilities through exercises with active military units.

Where is the integrated data from Collins Aerospace's system delivered?

The integrated data is delivered to the Landing Force Operations Center, which serves as a command center for coordinating amphibious landings.