General Electric Co. (NYSE:GE) shares are down Monday as the company recently announced a joint U.S. Air Force contract with Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) valued at $12.4 million.
The contract entails desiging a next-generation engine for small Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA).
How GE’s New Engine Redefines Affordability
Announced on Feb. 23, 2026, this initiative focuses on creating the GEK1500 engine, designed to meet high-performance standards while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Additionally, the GEK1500 engine is set to offer a 1,500-pound thrust capacity, potentially powering unmanned aerial systems, collaborative combat aircraft and missiles.
The design leverages lessons from the GEK800 engine, aiming to enhance thrust, power generation and cost efficiency.
What Contract Means For Future Combat Tech
The Air Force has placed a strong emphasis on engines that balance high performance with low cost, crucial for the capabilities of small CCAs.
The contract …Full story available on Benzinga.com
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