RTX secures $438 million FAA contract to deliver next-generation radar systems for US airspace

Under the contract, Collins Aerospace will provide next-generation cooperative and non-cooperative surveillance radar systems to support air traffic control operations. The new radars are intended to replace several legacy systems with a unified architecture designed to be adaptable, cost-effective and simpler to operate.

“As a trusted supplier to the FAA for more than 70 years, Collins is ready to rapidly deploy next-generation radar systems that replace outdated technology with a single, modern and interoperable solution,” said Nate Boelkins, president of Avionics at Collins Aerospace. “These systems integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, enhance safety and efficiency for air traffic controllers, reduce long-term costs and ensure the system is prepared for the future of the National Airspace.”

The systems to be delivered include the Condor Mk3 cooperative surveillance radar and the ASR-XM non-cooperative radar, both of which have already met FAA surveillance requirements through prior certification activities. More than 550 RTX radar systems are currently operating in the national airspace, providing a foundation for large-scale modernisation and supporting precise aircraft tracking, particularly at lower altitudes.