RTX awarded $438M FAA contract to modernize U.S. air traffic control radar systems
New England Council member RTX has been awarded a $438 million contract by the Federal Aviation Administration to support the Radar System Replacement program, a cornerstone of the agency’s effort to modernize the U.S. National Airspace System. The contract, awarded to Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a key part of the Department of Transportation’s brand-new Air Traffic Control System.
Collins will deliver next-generation cooperative and non-cooperative radar systems from its Cedar Rapids, Iowa, facility, providing air traffic controllers with reliable, secure information to support operations. These new radars will simplify operations by replacing multiple legacy systems with a unified, cost-effective, and adaptable architecture.
“As a trusted supplier to the FAA for more than 70 years, Collins is ready to rapidly deploy next-generation radar systems that replace outdated technology with a single, modern, and interoperable solution,” said Nate Boelkins, president of Avionics at Collins Aerospace. “These systems integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, enhance safety and efficiency for air traffic controllers, reduce long-term costs, and ensure the system is prepared for the future of the National Airspace.”
The New England Council congratulates RTX on securing this significant contract to enhance aviation safety and modernize critical infrastructure for the nation’s airspace.