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Military · Tuesday, 18 August 2026

USAF designates GE-Kratos engine as F143

By AvTLDR Editorial Desk

The U.S. Air Force has formally designated the GE-Kratos 800lbf-thrust turbofan as the F143 and awarded an initial production contract.

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The engine will serve as a second propulsion option for Lockheed Martin's JASSM cruise missile, diversifying the supply chain for the munition. This designation and contract award mark a strategic move to scale up production and provide redundancy for critical long-range strike capabilities.

FlightGlobal17 Aug, 15:41 BST
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