RTX’s Pratt & Whitney is investing $100 million to expand production capacity and introduce advanced capabilities at its Rzeszów facility in Poland. The move targets increased demand for F100 engines powering the Polish Air Force’s F-16 fleet.
This investment builds on Pratt & Whitney Rzeszów’s established role in local F100 engine manufacturing from 2005 to 2008 and ongoing support for military sustainment. It enhances in-country maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations to meet growing Polish Air Force requirements.
In November 2024, Pratt & Whitney signed a letter of intent with Wojskowe Zaklady Lotnicze Nr. 2 S.A. (WZL2) to explore expanded F100 sustainment work. The partnership leverages existing infrastructure and testing facilities for full-cycle engine maintenance.
Pratt & Whitney Rzeszów General Director Piotr Owsicki emphasized using local expertise to provide comprehensive F100 services domestically. This strengthens Poland’s operational readiness amid NATO commitments.
The investment aligns with RTX’s broader Poland strategy, including a December 2024 education pact with the Polish Air Force University on F100 and F135 engines for F-16s and future F-35s. It bolsters supply chain resilience and local aerospace jobs in a key European ally.
RTX maintains a significant presence in Poland’s aviation and defense sectors through Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon, supporting national security and economic growth.