Raytheon Technologies’ unit Pratt & Whitney has landed a defense contract modification worth up to $2.8 billion, securing its role as a key supplier of engines for America’s premier stealth fighter, the F-35 Lightning II.
The Naval Air Systems Command deal, announced by the Pentagon, expands an existing contract and orders 141 F135 propulsion systems. These engines will drive multiple variants of the F-35—supporting the U.S. Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, allied partners, and foreign military customers.
Billions Pledged, Decades of Air Superiority in Sight
The U.S. Department of Defense said more than $2 billion is obligated immediately. The Air Force will contribute roughly $614 million, while the Navy pledges $654 million. Additional funding includes $513 million from foreign sales and $228 million from international program participants.
The contract scope isn’t limited to engines alone. It spans spares, tooling, engineering, program management, and production support, ensuring a holistic supply chain through February 2028.
