Air Force triples funding for prototype sixth-gen fighter engineThe future of the NGAD sixth-generation fighter remains unclear, but billions in extra funding would keep work progressing on its prototype engine.By Stephen Losey3 months ago
Next-gen fighter not dead, but needs cheaper redesign, Kendall saysAir Force Secretary Frank Kendall says the service is committed to fielding a sixth-generation fighter — but may need to make "trade-offs" to afford it.By Stephen Losey10 months ago
F-35 engine upgrade money could run out in months if budget not passedThe Pentagon has also paused negotiations on a performance-based logistics contract for the F-35 after cost and performance estimates underwhelmed.By Stephen Losey17 months ago
Pratt wins engine-work contract to keep aging B-52, AWACS flyingWith the Air Force planning to retire the AWACS and replace the B-52's current engines, the contract could last for the remainder of the TF33's life.By Stephen Losey18 months ago
US Air Force eyes September for next phase of re-engining B-52 bombers"This is an almost complete overhaul of the mission systems of the B-52 [that] will enable it to operate well into the future," says Andrew Hunter.By Stephen Losey2 years ago
Vibrations caused another F-35 engine to fail before Texas mishapThe March 2020 engine failure led to an investigation into the vibration problem. Neither was immediately disclosed.By Stephen Losey2 years ago
