RTX businesses Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and
Raytheon to display latest transformative technologies—creating a
safer, more connected world
SINGAPORE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
(SINGAPORE AIRSHOW) — RTX (NYSE: RTX), the world's largest
aerospace and defense company, is set to feature its latest
commercial and defense technologies at the Singapore Airshow taking
place February 19-24. The company
will highlight its commitment to serving the needs of a growing
military and commercial aviation customer base in the region while
showcasing its expansion in aftermarket capabilities and
advancements in the future of air travel.
"With a nearly 50-year history in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region, RTX represents more than
16,000 employees in 17 locations, and is the largest foreign
employer in aerospace & defense in Singapore," said Liping Xie, vice president of government
relations in Asia-Pacific. "At
this year's show, we'll announce expansion plans in Singapore, emphasizing our commitment to our
customers and partners in this strategic region for our company's
growth."
At the forefront of pursuing more sustainable, connected flight,
RTX will display its electric and hybrid-electric propulsion
capabilities, as well as its end-to-end Connected Aviation
Ecosystem solutions that help streamline operations, improve
sustainability and enhance the passenger experience. Demos will
also be available on the Next-Gen Commercial Cockpit
Demonstrator.
Highlighting defense solutions, the company will display an
array of capabilities that support air warfare needs and a more
connected battlespace. Models of both the F100 and F135 engines
that power F-15s, F-16s, and F-35s in the Asia Pacific region will also be on display.
RTX recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of the F-16's first
flight - powered by the Pratt & Whitney F100 engine – and is
looking to the future with the F135 Engine Core Upgrade, which will
deliver the performance needed to fully-enable Block 4 capabilities
for all F-35 operators starting in 2029.
Asia Pacific is the fastest
growing region in the aviation industry with a forecasted demand of
almost 9,000 new aircraft required over the next decade – with
about 3,800 of those required within the next five years.
RTX exhibits will be located at B-K39 and B-L39.
About RTX
RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With
more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of
technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our
world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace,
Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation,
engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and
developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing
to help global customers address their most critical challenges.
The company, with 2023 sales of $68.9
billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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contact: corporatepr@rtx.com
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