Sikorsky-Boeing Picks Parker Aerospace For DEFIANT X FLRAA Entrant

  • Parker-Hannifin Corp PH business segment Parker Aerospace has been selected by the Sikorsky-Boeing team for the DEFIANT X entrant in the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA). Financial terms were not disclosed.
  • Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Co LMT, and Boeing Co BA are partnered as Team DEFIANT, competing for the Future Vertical Lift FLRAA program award.
  • The hydraulic pump suite for the DEFIANT X aircraft will consist of main gearbox pumps and a smaller auxiliary pump.
  • The next-generation design offers benefits such as lighter weight and less heat rejection, resulting in reduced fuel burn than alternative pumps.
  • The company noted these benefits provide lower life cycle costs for the U.S. Army.
  • Price Action: PH shares are trading lower by 1.65% at $286.84 on the last check Thursday.
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