GE Aerospace advances XA102 adaptive-cycle engine toward first assembly under US Air Force NGAP program

• GE Aerospace moved closer to first assembly of its XA102 adaptive cycle engine for the U.S. Air Force’s NGAP program.
• Hardware procurement began; subcomponent testing started to support assembly of the first XA102 test asset.
• XA102 is GE’s first engine built end-to-end using model-based definition, replacing 2D drawings to speed development.
• Digital models are being extended into manufacturing, inspection, and assembly to cut cycle time and improve build accuracy.
• Program draws on XA100 results in adaptive cycle propulsion, thermal management, fuel efficiency, and advanced design methods.

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