The companies said the facility will shorten turnaround times, reduce logistics requirements and increase aircraft availability. It builds on their existing work to establish F-35 sustainment infrastructure in Europe.
Honeywell led the test cell’s development and integration. Netherlands-based Aeronamic supports its operation with maintenance, repair and overhaul expertise.
“This milestone reflects our continued commitment to supporting F-35 operators with advanced sustainment solutions that improve readiness and efficiency,” said Ryan Lees, Honeywell Aerospace’s vice president and general manager for Air & Thermal Controls. “Facilitating in-region testing of PTMS turbomachines reduces turnaround times and quickly restores critical systems while strengthening local capability and capacity – which is a key element of our international defence strategy.”
The Power and Thermal Management System integrates multiple aircraft systems into a single solution to improve efficiency and performance. The new test cell supports wider efforts to localize maintenance and repair, reduce lifecycle costs and improve fleet readiness across Europe.
“We are proud to expand our collaboration with Honeywell Aerospace and support the sustainment of F-35 aircraft in Europe,” said Steffen de Vries, Aeronamic’s chief executive officer. “Establishing this capability at Woensdrecht Air Support Command strengthens regional support for operators and reinforces the Netherlands’ role in the F-35 sustainment network.”
