GE Aerospace Secures $2.9 Billion Contract for F/A-18 Engine Parts and Production Expansion
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The Pentagon has awarded GE Aerospace a contract valued at nearly $2.9 billion to supply parts for the F414 engine, which powers the Navy's F/A-18 Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler. This performance-based logistics contract is set to run until August 2031, focusing on outcome-based payments.
This contract is significant as GE Aerospace navigates the production of both the larger F414 engines for the Navy's aging fleet and the older F404 engines for the Air Force's T-7 Red Hawk training jet. The company anticipates doubling its F404 production output over the next five years, reflecting a strategic shift in its manufacturing focus.
Looking ahead, GE is exploring innovative production methods, including additive manufacturing, to enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of its engine components. As demand for military aircraft, such as Boeing's F-15EX, increases, GE aims to overcome supply chain challenges while ramping up its manufacturing capabilities.
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