Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP)

By Guy Norris
Variable-cycle engines are now a “mainstream research direction” in China.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Guy Norris, Steve Trimble
Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion engine-makers are awaiting a possible redirection over power needs amid the U.S. Air Force's NGAD review.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Brian Everstine
Pressure is mounting on Next Generation Adaptive Propulsion effort to keep new U.S. development of fighter power plants going.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Guy Norris
Pratt & Whitney’s proposed adaptive engine for the U.S. Air Force’s Next Generation Air Dominance fighter has moved closer to the detailed design review stage.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Brian Everstine
A potential mandatory cut in addition to ongoing continuing resolutions have military officials blasting congressional inaction on Pentagon plans.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Brian Everstine
The company said its digitally designed engine has completed a digital preliminary design review.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Brian Everstine
Rather than proceeding with a new F-35 engine, the service is using remaining Adaptive Engine Transition Program funds for sixth-generation development.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Brian Everstine
The U.S. military has set up a new joint pathway aimed at bringing on nontraditional suppliers to try to grow the propulsion industrial base.
Supply Chain

By Steve Trimble
A yearslong campaign to define a new U.S. air superiority fighter will reach a climax when a development contact is awarded in 2024.
Aircraft & Propulsion