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RTX's Pratt & Whitney Secures $3.8B F135 Engine Contract

April 13, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Pratt & Whitney received a $3.8 billion contract modification.
Contract covers production of F135 engine lots 18 and 19.
F135 engine powers all F-35 Lightning II models.
F-35 has exceeded one million engine flight hours.

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Strategic Implications

This contract award may indicate sustained demand for the F-35 program, suggesting continued investment in fifth-generation fighter capabilities. The deal could benefit RTX and Pratt & Whitney, potentially strengthening their position in the defense sector.

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What Happened

Major Engine Production Deal For F-35 Lightning II Program

Pratt & Whitney, a part of RTX, has been awarded a $3.8 billion contract modification for the production of lots 18 and 19 of the F135 engine, which powers the F-35 Lightning II. The F-35 recently surpassed one million engine flight hours, underscoring the program’s ongoing operational tempo. This significant contract award reflects the enduring importance of the F-35 program to global defense capabilities. The contract was reported by Airforce Technology.

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