Pratt & Whitney signs $1.5 Billion Contract to Sustain F119 Engines for U.S. Air Force F-22
Pratt & Whitney has secured a three-year contract valued at up to $1.5 billion to sustain the F119 engines powering the U.S. Air Force’s F-22 Raptor fleet. This contract aims to enhance the readiness and reduce costs for over 400 engines that have collectively logged more than 900,000 flight hours. Pratt & Whitney’s contract reinforces its commitment to enhancing the F-22’s engine reliability and performance. The F119 engine powers the F-22 Raptor, enabling supersonic speeds without afterburners (supercruise) for better fuel efficiency and longer range.
Pratt & Whitney’s Usage Based Lifing program helps cut costs and improve F119 engine performance by using real-time data for better maintenance and longer engine life. Engine control updates boost performance, ensuring the F-22 stays mission-ready. This contract will enhance safety, availability, maintenance efficiency, and modernization efforts. It improves maintenance efficiency and extends engine lifespan. Additionally, updates to the engine control schedule enhance speed, maneuverability, and overall performance, ensuring the F-22 Raptor meets mission-critical demands. This new contract will further support these advancements by focusing on safety, increased availability, simplified maintenance, and ongoing modernization efforts to keep the F-22 fleet at peak operational readiness.
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Jill Albertelli, President of Military Engines, highlighted its importance, stating, “The F119’s readiness and reliability rates have never been more important, and we are improving both while lowering lifecycle costs.” The F119 engines deliver over 35,000 pounds of thrust, allowing the F-22 to reach altitudes above 65,000 feet while maintaining superior speed and agility. These powerful engines ensure the F-22 Raptor remains one of the world’s most advanced fighter jets.
This sustainment contract will enhance the F-22 fleet’s readiness, extend F119 engine lifespan, and provide the U.S. Air Force with cost-effective, high-performance solutions for years to come. By improving engine efficiency, reducing maintenance downtime, and modernizing key components, this sustainment contract enables the Air Force to deploy more aircraft when needed and maintain a strategic advantage. The contract also supports the U.S. defense industry by preserving high-skilled engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance jobs, particularly in Connecticut, where Pratt & Whitney is based.