Discover the groundbreaking innovations and milestones that have defined Pratt & Whitney's century-long legacy in aviation. From radial engines to modern jets, how has this iconic company shaped ...

Pioneer of radial engine design continues to build on its legacy of aircraft propulsion innovation EAST HARTFORD, Conn., July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (RTX) (NYSE: RTX ...

Beginning in 1936, Pratt & Whitney focused on the R-1830 with single-stage and 2-stage or turbo-superchargers. The engine powered 89 types of military and commercial aircraft. Production totaled ...

Summary The Wasp Major was Pratt & Whitney Aircraft's last and largest piston engine. Its cylinders were in four rows, arranged in a spiral for better cooling. Initially producing 2,237 kW (3,000 shp) ...

Radial engines weren't new (the Wright R-790 Whirlwind had already seen use), but this was an evolution. Named for the buzzing sound it emitted, the Wasp was a smoothly-operating engine enhanced ...

Aerospace giant RTX’s Pratt & Whitney Canada unit is facing a $150 million U.S. lawsuit for allegedly trying to stifle competition from companies selling used engines and parts for regional ...