RTX's Collins Aerospace signs three-year parts distribution agreements for C-130 wheels and brakes

Rhea-AI Summary

Collins Aerospace (NYSE: RTX) signed three-year parts distribution agreements with Integrated Procurement Technologies, S3 AeroDefense and Derco (a Lockheed Martin company) to expand hardware and logistics support for C-130 Hercules wheels and brakes.

The agreements expand Collins' distribution network to target C-130 operators worldwide, support fleet readiness, and back Collins' DURACARB® brakes, which the company says deliver longer life and reduced maintenance. Collins' wheels and brakes are produced in Troy, Ohio, and are installed on over 30,000 commercial and military aircraft; the C-130 is operated by more than 70 countries.

Positive

• Three-year distribution agreements with 3 partners
• Broader distribution network targeting C-130 operators
• Wheels and brakes on over 30,000 aircraft
• C-130 operated by more than 70 countries

Negative

• None.

News Market Reaction

+0.58%

1 alert

+0.58% News Effect

On the day this news was published, RTX gained 0.58%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Agreement term: three-year C-130 operators: more than 70 countries Installed base: over 30,000 aircraft +5 more

8 metrics

Agreement term three-year Parts distribution agreements for C-130 wheels and brakes

C-130 operators more than 70 countries Countries operating the C-130 Hercules

Installed base over 30,000 aircraft Commercial and military aircraft using Collins wheels and brakes

Price move -2.75% RTX price change over the prior 24 hours before this news

52-week range $112.27 – $203.03 RTX 52-week low and high before this news

Market capitalization $270,728,670,529 RTX market cap prior to the announcement

Shelf form type S-3ASR Effective automatic shelf registration filed 2025-09-18

Shelf usage count 0 Number of 424B prospectus supplements tied to current shelf

Market Reality Check

Price: $196.34 Vol: Volume 5,992,775 is 24% a...

normal vol

$196.34 Last Close

Volume Volume 5,992,775 is 24% above the 20-day average of 4,827,417, indicating elevated interest ahead of this news. normal

Technical Price at $196.36 is trading above the 200-day MA of $156.8 and 3.29% below the 52-week high of $203.03.

Peers on Argus

RTX fell 2.75% while peers were mixed: BA up 1.88%, LMT down 0.68%, GD down 1.93...

RTX fell 2.75% while peers were mixed: BA up 1.88%, LMT down 0.68%, GD down 1.93%, HWM down 1.2%, NOC down 1.3%. Moves do not indicate a uniform sector trend.

Common Catalyst Both RTX and Lockheed Martin had C-130–related headlines, highlighting ongoing activity around this military airlift platform.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 14 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 14	Space mission support	Positive	+2.5%	Blue Canyon minisatellite launch supporting NASA’s Pandora exoplanet mission.
Jan 07	Mini-tender response	Negative	-2.5%	Company urged shareholders to reject below-market mini-tender offer.
Jan 06	Earnings date notice	Neutral	+1.1%	Announced timing of Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings release and call.
Jan 05	FAA radar contract	Positive	+1.1%	$438M FAA contract to deploy next-generation surveillance radars nationwide.
Dec 23	Patriot sale to Spain	Positive	+0.0%	$1.7B contract for four Patriot air and missile defense fire units to Spain.

Pattern Detected

Recent RTX news, especially contracts and program wins, has generally aligned with same-direction price moves in the following 24 hours.

Recent Company History

Over the past month, RTX has reported several operational milestones. On Dec 23, 2025, Raytheon secured a $1.7 billion Patriot contract for Spain. On Jan 5, 2026, Collins Aerospace won a $438 million FAA radar contract, followed by an interstellar minisatellite launch support on Jan 14. The company also flagged its Q4 2025 earnings date of Jan 27, 2026. Today’s C-130 wheels and brakes distribution agreements extend Collins’ defense and aerospace footprint alongside these recent awards.

Regulatory & Risk Context

Active S-3 Shelf

Shelf Active

Active S-3 Shelf Registration 2025-09-18

RTX has an effective S-3ASR shelf registration dated 2025-09-18, allowing it to offer various securities (debt, warrants, common stock, equity units) via future prospectus supplements. No usage of this shelf was recorded in the recent filings data provided.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights Collins Aerospace’s three-year distribution agreements for C-130 wheels...

Analysis

This announcement highlights Collins Aerospace’s three-year distribution agreements for C-130 wheels and brakes, targeting an aircraft operated by over 70 countries and installed on more than 30,000 aircraft. It extends RTX’s recent run of Collins-related program wins and reinforces support for mission-critical components. In context of prior large contracts and an effective S-3ASR shelf, investors may watch how these agreements contribute to aftermarket momentum alongside the upcoming Q4 2025 earnings release.

Key Terms

logistics support, fleet readiness

2 terms

logistics support technical

"agreements with ... to enhance hardware and logistics support for wheels and brakes"

Logistics support is the planning and actions that move goods, parts, and services from suppliers to customers and keep operations running—think of the backstage crew that ships products, stores inventory, schedules transport, and handles repairs. Investors care because strong logistics support lowers costs, speeds delivery, reduces disruptions and inventory risk, and can improve profit margins and customer satisfaction, while weak logistics can erode revenue and increase uncertainty.

fleet readiness technical

"These distribution agreements will help ensure fleet readiness for our customers"

Fleet readiness measures how prepared a group of vehicles, aircraft, ships, or other operational assets are to perform their intended duties when needed. Think of it like checking that a rental car fleet is fueled, serviced, and insured before customers arrive — higher readiness means fewer delays, lower unexpected repair costs, and more reliable service, which directly affects revenue, contract fulfillment, and operational risk for investors.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Agreements will enhance hardware and logistics support

TROY, Ohio, Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has entered into three-year parts distribution agreements with Integrated Procurement Technologies, S3 AeroDefense and Derco, a Lockheed Martin company, to enhance hardware and logistics support for wheels and brakes on the C-130 Hercules.

By expanding its network of distribution partners, Collins Aerospace ensures targeted support for C-130 operators throughout the hardware lifecycle. This benefits international customers currently flying the C-130 with Collins wheels and brakes, as well as those considering upgrading their fleet.

"The C-130 Hercules plays a vital role in global air mobility, supporting everything from combat operations to humanitarian relief," said Matt Maurer, vice president and general manager of Landing Systems at Collins Aerospace. "Wheels and brakes are mission-critical components for the aircraft, enabling safe takeoffs, landings and ground operations on some of the world's most challenging runways. These distribution agreements will help ensure fleet readiness for our customers, enabling them to operate where they're needed most."

The C-130 Hercules is one of the most successful and longest-serving aircraft in military history. Operated by more than 70 countries, it has been used in every major U.S. conflict since 1954. The aircraft is capable of landing on short, rough or unpaved runways where fighter jets cannot.

Featuring DURACARB® technology, Collins' brakes offer customers exceptional value through longer life service, reduced maintenance requirements, and increased savings and operational efficiencies.

Collins Aerospace's wheels and brakes are on over 30,000 commercial and military aircraft and are manufactured in Troy, Ohio. Visit our website to learn more.

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 2023 sales of $68.9 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

For questions or to schedule an interview, please contact corporatepr@rtx.com

 

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SOURCE RTX

FAQ

What did Collins Aerospace announce on January 21, 2026 regarding C-130 parts (RTX)?

Collins Aerospace announced three-year parts distribution agreements with Integrated Procurement Technologies, S3 AeroDefense and Derco to support C-130 wheels and brakes.

How long are the distribution agreements for Collins Aerospace C-130 wheels and brakes (RTX)?

The agreements run for three years.

Which companies will distribute Collins Aerospace C-130 wheels and brakes under the RTX deal?

The distribution partners are Integrated Procurement Technologies, S3 AeroDefense, and Derco.

What benefits did Collins Aerospace cite for C-130 operators from the RTX distribution agreements?

Collins said the agreements will improve hardware lifecycle support, fleet readiness, and logistics for operators using Collins wheels and brakes.

What technology do Collins Aerospace brakes use and where are they made (RTX)?

Collins brakes feature DURACARB® technology and are manufactured in Troy, Ohio.

How widespread is the C-130 fleet that Collins supports under the RTX agreements?

The C-130 is operated by more than 70 countries, and Collins' wheels and brakes are on over 30,000 aircraft.