Pratt & Whitney, a United Technologies Corp. company, showcased the powerful F135 propulsion system, the powerplant for the fifth generation F-35 Lightning II aircraft, during the Farnborough International Air Show in the United Kingdom on July 12.
The F135 propulsion system is the world's most powerful fighter engine, producing more than 40,000 pounds of thrust for three different F-35 variants, including the F-35B short takeoff and vertical landing (STOVL) aircraft which will be operated by the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy. The engine uses a unique lift fan at the center of the aircraft, roll posts in the wings, and a three bearing swivel nozzle at the rear of the aircraft, which work together to direct airflow downward to allow the aircraft to land vertically.
Pratt & Whitney, a United Technologies Corp. company, showcased the powerful F135 propulsion system, the powerplant for the fifth generation F-35 Lightning II aircraft, during the Farnborough International Air Show in the United Kingdom on July 12.
The F135 propulsion system is the world's most powerful fighter engine, producing more than 40,000 pounds of thrust for three different F-35 variants, including the F-35B short takeoff and vertical landing (STOVL) aircraft which will be operated by the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy. The engine uses a unique lift fan at the center of the aircraft, roll posts in the wings, and a three bearing swivel nozzle at the rear of the aircraft, which work together to direct airflow downward to allow the aircraft to land vertically.
About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. United Technologies Corp., based in Farmington, Connecticut, provides high-technology systems and services to the building and aerospace industries. To learn more about UTC, visit its website at www.utc.com, or follow the company on Twitter: @UTC.
This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning future business opportunities. Actual results may differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to changes in government procurement priorities and practices, budget plans and availability of funding, and in the number of aircraft to be built; challenges in the design, development, production and support of advanced technologies; as well as other risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those detailed from time to time in United Technologies Corp.'s Securities and Exchange Commission filings.
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14 July 2016
