Cockpit upgrade will enable future capabilities through its open systems architecture

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has received an $80 million contract to upgrade the avionics system of U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopters for the H-60M MOSA Avionics Architecture Solution program.

The upgrade will feature Mosarc®, Collins' family of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)-compliant products, and will streamline technology integration for a complex and rapidly evolving battlefield, enabling soldiers to quickly update avionics technology in real-time.

Mounted navigation system has met milestone requirements for U.S. Army

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has received approval for Full Rate Production of the Mounted Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) Generation II system (MAPS GEN II).

Following the fifth delivery order of the jam-and-spoof-resistant navigation solution, Collins will produce thousands of MAPS units for installation on U.S. Army and U.S. Marines Corps' combat ground vehicles including military watercraft. MAPS fuses sensor data including satellite navigation information and secured positioning, navigation and timing data for crewed and uncrewed ground vehicles. 

RTX systems will support development of novel, fuel-efficient aircraft design

ARLINGTON, Va., March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RTX (NYSE: RTX) has entered into three agreements with JetZero, the developer of a novel blended wing body aircraft, to provide key systems for the airframer's full-scale demonstrator. Pratt & Whitney will integrate the PW2040 engine and auxiliary power unit (APU); and Collins Aerospace will provide the nacelle and propulsion mounting structure. Pratt & Whitney and Collins Aerospace are RTX businesses.

Continued investment will accelerate path to integrated vehicle test

EAST HARTFORD, Conn., March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has completed a series of tests on its rotating detonation engine (RDE) work with the RTX Technology Research Center. Positive test results are spurring additional internal investment as Pratt & Whitney works with Department of Defense to accelerate a path to an integrated engine and vehicle ground test in the coming years.

"Our testing simulated aggressive assumptions for how and where the rotating detonation engine needs to perform," said Chris Hugill, senior director of GATORWORKS at Pratt & Whitney. "This testing validated key elements of Pratt & Whitney's design approach and provides substantiation to continue RTX vehicle and propulsion integration to accelerate future capabilities for our customers."

World's most advanced fighter engine continues to deliver on safety and readiness for global F-35 operators

EAST HARTFORD, Conn., March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, announced today that the F135 engine has surpassed one million engine flight hours powering the F-35 Lightning II. In achieving this milestone, the F135 has established itself as the safest, most capable and reliable fighter engine, delivering superior performance and advanced low-observable technologies for the fifth-generation fighter

Technology will provide increased cooling to enable enhanced capabilities on F-35 and future defense and commercial aircraft  

WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn., Feb. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has successfully tested a fully functional demonstrator of its next-generation power and thermal management system (PTMS). Targeted as a replacement to the F-35's current PTMS, Collins' Enhanced Power and Cooling System (EPACS) will provide more than double the platform's current cooling capacity—enough to support planned upgrades for the life of the aircraft. This latest milestone follows Collins' announcement in 2024 that EPACS had successfully demonstrated 80 kilowatts of cooling capacity. "As the F-35 is modernized with advanced weapons and mission equipment, increased cooling will be required to dissipate all the heat these new systems will generate," said Henry Brooks, president, Power & Controls for Collins Aerospace. "EPACS can deliver that cooling and with our successful demonstrator test, we stand ready to begin the integration process with Lockheed Martin and help service members meet their urgent mission requirements."  

First production engine deliveries expected later this year

EAST HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, announced that the GTF Advantage engine has achieved the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification for the Airbus A320neo family. The Advantage is the latest engine from the GTF family to be certified.

"GTF engines already offer the lowest fuel consumption and CO2 emissions for single-aisle aircraft," said Rick Deurloo, president of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney. "The GTF Advantage engine extends that lead and enhances aircraft capability, providing more thrust and even more value to operators of A320neo family aircraft, especially on longer-range aircraft like the A321XLR, all with a more durable configuration. With this certification and engine deliveries on track for later this year, it's fitting we mark these milestones in 2025, as Pratt & Whitney celebrates a century of powering the future."

Collins to continue outfitting USAF aircraft with next-gen ejection seats that reduce ejection-related injuries

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has been awarded a contract from Boeing Defense to provide 144 ACES II® ejection seats for the U.S. Air Force's F-15EX fleet.

"The F-15EX is the most advanced Eagle ever built, combining cutting-edge technology with a proven airframe, which makes Collins' ACES II ejection seat the perfect fit for this aircraft," said Sharon Tabori, vice president and general manager of Integrated Mission Solutions at Collins Aerospace. "Our ACES family of ejection seats are the safest option available because of the advanced technologies we've incorporated. Having it installed on the F-15EX will give aircrew confidence to complete their most challenging missions, knowing that their ejection seat will work when they need it most."

ELCAN Specter DR dual role sight enhances optical capabilities for NATO allies

NUREMBERG, Germany, Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business was awarded an additional multi-million-dollar contract by the Danish Defence Armed Forces for ELCAN Specter DR dual role sights. The NATO Support Procurement Support Agency (NSPA) is the contracting authority.

The ELCAN Specter DR sight is a direct-view optic that provides close quarters and precision capability in a single sight. The Specter DR sight switches instantly between magnifications, providing the user with "both eyes open" target acquisition while boresight, eye relief and sight picture remain constant. 

Prepares the way for entry into service

EAST HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, today marks the certification of the GTF-powered Airbus A321XLR by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), preparing the way for entry into service. In support of the aircraft certification, updates were made to the PW1100G-JM engine's type certificates to include A321XLR, granted by EASA on February 7, and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration on December 12, 2024.

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.

Contract will improve readiness and reduce costs for more than 400 engines

EAST 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."

Demos highlight maturity and capability of Raytheon NGSRI solution

TUCSON, Ariz., Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, announced a series of 10 successful subsystem demonstrations for the U.S. Army's Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor (NGSRI), which will eventually replace the Stinger® surface-to-air missile.

"These successful subsystem demonstrations are a crucial step in meeting the U.S. Army's range and performance requirements for this transformational short-range air defense capability," said Tom Laliberty, president of Land & Air Defense Systems at Raytheon. "We are confident in our ability to rapidly deliver the Army an affordable, low-risk, highly producible NGSRI solution."

Program expansion will increase collaboration with small and medium-sized businesses

BENGALURU, India, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, today announced the launch of its Powered by Collins Initiative™ 2025 edition at Aero India. The initiative invites deep tech small- to medium-sized enterprises to work with a leader in aerospace and defense through targeted collaboration opportunities which represent technologies critical to the industry's future. This year's opportunities bring focus to material informatics and quantum-enabled navigation.

Collins' Pro Line 21™ avionics provides advanced functionality, usability

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has announced upcoming functionality upgrades to Collins' Pro Line 21™ integrated avionics systems installed on in-service Cessna Citation business jets. Cessna Citation business jets are designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company.

Available beginning in the second half of 2025, the Pro Line 21 avionics enhancements are applicable for in-service Cessna Citation CJ1+, CJ2+, CJ3, CJ4 and XLS+ fleets, with upgrades spanning advanced communications abilities, improved weather data, enhanced flight deck connectivity and more.

ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RTX (NYSE: RTX) President and CEO Chris Calio will speak at the Barclays Industrial Select Conference on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 8:40 a.m. Eastern Time. The presentation will be broadcast live at www.rtx.com and will be archived on the website afterward. 

About RTXRTX 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.

Gregory J. Hayes to Serve as Special Advisor

ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The RTX Corporation (NYSE: RTX) Board of Directors has elected President and Chief Executive Officer Christopher T. Calio as Chairman of the Board, effective April 30, 2025.

This action follows notice to the Board by Gregory J. Hayes, RTX Executive Chairman, of his decision to step down as Executive Chairman and as a member of the Board prior to the company's 2025 annual meeting.

Mr. Hayes has served as Executive Chairman of the Board since May 2024. Prior to that, he served as President and CEO of RTX, following the 2020 merger of Raytheon Company and United Technologies, where he was Chairman and CEO.

RTX exceeds 2024 sales and EPS expectations*; Expects continued sales, earnings, and cash flow growth in 2025

ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RTX (NYSE: RTX) reports fourth quarter 2024 results and announces 2025 outlook.

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Replacement equipment will backfill fire unit sent to Ukraine

ANDOVER, Mass., Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, was awarded a $529 million contract to supply the Netherlands with a Patriot® air and missile defense system fire unit and related equipment. This contract supports the replenishment of a Patriot fire unit donated to Ukraine.

The direct commercial sales contract includes a single fire unit consisting of a radar, launchers, command and control stations, and other support equipment.  

Missile supports anti-air, anti-surface warfare and sea-based terminal ballistic missile defense in one solution

TUCSON, Ariz., Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, was awarded a $333 million contract from the U.S. Navy to produce Standard Missile-6 (SM-6) Block IA missiles.

"SM-6 has a proven performance, and this contract is an important step for providing this urgently needed weapon to our armed forces," said Barbara Borgonovi, president of Naval Power at Raytheon. "Raytheon continues to work closely with our customers to ensure our military has an unfair advantage at sea and to keep our adversaries guessing."