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The Aviationist • David Cenciotti

Raytheon Secures $1.19B AMRAAM Contract From US Air Force

Raytheon has been awarded a $1.19 billion contract by the US Air Force for the production of Lot 38 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM). This contract marks the largest AMRAAM award to date and aims to enhance capabilities for allied air forces globally.

2024-09-12T14:36:52.950554-07:00

Aviation Week

Raytheon and Northrop Grumman Test Hypersonic Rocket Motor

2024-09-12T17:12:13.550127-07:00

The Aviationist

Raytheon Unveils New AIM-120D AMRAAM Variant Complementary to AIM-260 JATM

2024-09-12T07:35:45.130977-07:00

Reuters

Supply Chain Constraints Challenge Honeywell Growth Amid Demand Surge

2024-09-11T08:55:34.252749-07:00

RTX News Timeline

Aviation Week

Raytheon and Northrop Grumman Test Hypersonic Rocket Motor Raytheon and Northrop Grumman have successfully tested an advanced solid rocket motor designed for long-range hypersonic missiles, demonstrating a propellant grain geometry optimized for enhanced performance. This collaboration highlights their ongoing efforts to advance hypersonic systems technologies.

2024-09-12T17:12:13.550127-07:00

Raytheon and Northrop Grumman Test Hypersonic Rocket Motor

The Aviationist

Raytheon Secures $1.19B AMRAAM Contract From US Air Force Raytheon has been awarded a $1.19 billion contract by the US Air Force for the production of Lot 38 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM). This contract marks the largest AMRAAM award to date and aims to enhance capabilities for allied air forces globally.

2024-09-12T14:36:52.950554-07:00

Raytheon Secures $1.19B AMRAAM Contract From US Air Force

The Aviationist

Raytheon Unveils New AIM-120D AMRAAM Variant Complementary to AIM-260 JATM Raytheon's latest AIM-120D variant is designed to approach the range capability desired by the Air Force for its AIM-260 JATM, offering enhanced flexibility in combat scenarios. This development aims to bolster the strategic options available to defense operators.

2024-09-12T07:35:45.130977-07:00

Raytheon Unveils New AIM-120D AMRAAM Variant Complementary to AIM-260 JATM

Reuters

RTX Focuses on Streamlining Over Major Mergers CEO Christopher Calio highlighted RTX's strategy to optimize existing businesses rather than pursue major mergers. This approach includes collaborations with Boeing on production rates amid the Boeing 737 MAX challenges, following the divestment of the Goodrich Hoist and Winch business.

2024-09-11T11:51:05.377165-07:00

RTX Focuses on Streamlining Over Major Mergers

Reuters

Supply Chain Constraints Challenge Honeywell Growth Amid Demand Surge Honeywell's aerospace growth hinges on overcoming supply chain hurdles rather than demand, as parts shortages and labor challenges persist. RTX also highlights ongoing global supply chain disruptions post-pandemic, affecting the ability to meet strong jet industry orders.

2024-09-11T08:55:34.252749-07:00

Supply Chain Constraints Challenge Honeywell Growth Amid Demand Surge

FlightGlobal

Raytheon Targets F-22 Upgrades Amid USAF Sixth-Gen Fighter Pause Raytheon is exploring modernization opportunities for the F-22 Raptor as the US Air Force reassesses its sixth-generation fighter strategy. This assessment opens the door for defense contractors to enhance the current fleet's capabilities, ensuring extended operational viability and effectiveness.

2024-09-10T17:30:23.619304-07:00

Raytheon Targets F-22 Upgrades Amid USAF Sixth-Gen Fighter Pause

FlightGlobal

Raytheon Integrates AMRAAM Missiles into Collaborative Combat Aircraft Prototypes Raytheon is advancing defense capabilities by fitting Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) onto Collaborative Combat Aircraft prototypes, in partnership with Anduril and General Atomics, under contracts with the US Air Force.

2024-09-10T17:02:37.767923-07:00

Raytheon Integrates AMRAAM Missiles into Collaborative Combat Aircraft Prototypes

Reuters

RTX Addresses Labor Constraints, Seeks Non-China Suppliers RTX is navigating stretched global supply chains with a focus on securing qualified aerospace labor and investigating alternatives to Chinese suppliers. The company's strategy highlights the ongoing challenges and adjustments in the aerospace industry after the COVID-19 pandemic.

2024-09-10T07:23:50.612939-07:00

RTX Addresses Labor Constraints, Seeks Non-China Suppliers