Tag: propulsion systems
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Air Force Faces Engine Dilemma for F-47 Fighter
The Air Force is caught in a timing squeeze with its F-47 fighter engine plans, as it works to build its current system while preparing for future integration activities. With the Next-Generation Air Power (NGAP) program's prototype phase slated to run through 2031, the service is racing against the clock.
Air Force Accelerates Next-Gen Engine Integration by 2030
The Air Force is gearing up to integrate its Next Gen Engine into aircraft by 2030, according to John Sneden, chief of the Air Force's propulsion directorate. This milestone marks a significant acceleration of the Next Generation Adaptive Propulsion program after years of delay.
Air Force Taps GE, Rolls-Royce for Drone Engine Designs
The US Air Force has chosen GE Aerospace and Rolls-Royce to develop engine designs for its Medium Thrust Class Autonomous Collaborative Platforms, a key step in expanding propulsion options for unmanned systems. This move is set to accelerate innovation in drone technology.
GE Seeks Additional Funding for ITEP Engine Testing
GE is calling for extra funds to complete crucial testing of its ITEP engine, warning that without it, the cutting-edge propulsion program risks being grounded. The company needs a bit more money to finish qualification testing and prove whether the design meets requirements.