RTX's Pratt & Whitney passes first fully digital detailed design review on Next-Gen Adaptive Propulsion Offering

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Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, has achieved a significant milestone by completing the first fully digital detailed design review of its Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) offering with the U.S. Air Force. The review was conducted through a collaborative digital environment, providing immediate access to all necessary data and materials.

Following this successful review, the company will begin procuring hardware for the XA103 prototype ground demonstrator, scheduled for testing in the late 2020s. The NGAP engine features an adaptive architecture that allows components to actively adjust for optimized fuel efficiency, survivability, and power and thermal management, offering capabilities beyond current fourth- and fifth-generation engines.

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• Successfully completed first fully digital detailed design review for NGAP
• Cleared to begin hardware procurement for XA103 prototype
• Advanced adaptive architecture enabling superior fuel efficiency and survivability

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• Prototype testing not scheduled until late 2020s

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Hardware procurement begins for XA103 prototype build and test 

EAST HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, completed the detailed design review of its Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) offering with the U.S. Air Force. Pratt & Whitney presented directly from its collaborative digital environment, providing reviewers with immediate access to all the data and material to satisfy the stringent criteria. Passing this fully digital evaluation allows the team to begin procuring hardware for the construction of its XA103 prototype ground demonstrator, which is expected to test in the late 2020s.

"The significance of this first fully digital review cannot be understated," said Jill Albertelli, president of Pratt & Whitney's Military Engines business. "Digital processes throughout the lifecycle are crucial to rapidly and efficiently deliver advanced warfighter capabilities. As we celebrate our centennial, the digital tools and processes that our NGAP team has demonstrated, and will continue to advance, will be at the foundation of our technology maturation for our future next-gen solutions." 

Pratt & Whitney's NGAP engine has an adaptive architecture, enabling its components to actively adjust for optimized fuel efficiency, survivability, and power and thermal management, surpassing the capabilities of fourth- and fifth-generation engines. This step change in engine capability will help ensure the U.S. Air Force maintains air superiority and deters pacing challenges.

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.

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FAQ

When will RTX's XA103 prototype testing begin?

According to the press release, the XA103 prototype ground demonstrator testing is expected to begin in the late 2020s.

What are the key features of RTX's NGAP engine?

The NGAP engine features an adaptive architecture that enables components to actively adjust for optimized fuel efficiency, survivability, and power and thermal management, surpassing fourth- and fifth-generation engine capabilities.

What milestone did RTX's Pratt & Whitney achieve with the NGAP program?

Pratt & Whitney completed the first fully digital detailed design review of its Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) offering with the U.S. Air Force.

What is the next step for RTX's NGAP program after the design review?

Following the successful design review, Pratt & Whitney will begin procuring hardware for the construction of its XA103 prototype ground demonstrator.