Pratt Secures Contract for F135 Engines and Future Powerplants
The Pentagon has finalized a $6.6 billion contract with Pratt & Whitney for the next batch of F-35 engines, covering Lots 18 and 19. The F135 engine powers the F-35 stealth fighter, and deliveries for Lot 18 are set to begin this fall, with Lot 19 starting next year. The contract also includes work through March 2028. According to a Defense Department contract announcement, the deal marks a significant investment in the F-35 program, which has faced challenges with software updates and radar development. This development was first reported by Breaking Defense.