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. FY22 funding totals include $14.725M requested for the Pacific Defense Initiative.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2022
- Source ID
- 673504_0604840F_7_3600_PB_2022
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