Propulsion (PP)

Abstract

Propulsion F135 Block 4 Integrated Flight Test Support includes efforts such as Engine Flight Test Mechanics, Flight Test Engineers, Replacement Engine Hardware, Test Engine Procurements, and other associated government costs. For C2D2 to be able to continue to test all three aircraft variants, engine propulsion support is required to enable continued flying. Increased flights and flight hours are planned over the next two years to meet additional Block 4 flight test timelines, requiring elevated propulsion support. All of the current Full Flight Release (FFR) engines supporting Flight Test are at or nearing their life limits, requiring the purchase of new Initial Service Release (ISR) engines to replace them. This replacement effort is planned to occur over the next one to two years to enable continued flight capability. There are additional requirements to support the Air Vehicle modernization efforts in agile software capability improvements, assessing bleed air/weight/thrust/performance capabilities, etc.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2022
Source ID
408e9d2d29070c9857fa2cadca4c5ad8

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Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Civilian Systems Systems Program Capability Development and Upgrade Support Activity Expense and Pay Management.

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