GE Aerospace and Kratos win $12.4 million U.S. Air Force contract to design GEK1500 engine
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GE Aerospace and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions said they received a $12.4 million U.S. Air Force contract to complete the preliminary design of the GEK1500 jet engine for small Collaborative Combat Aircraft. The companies said the 1,500-lb thrust engine design will leverage the GEK800 architecture, with an optional contract phase to assess design risks and characterize performance under relevant flight and installation conditions.
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