A rendering of Korea Aerospace Industries' KF-X fighter jet. United Technologies Corporation will provide several key components for the aircraft. (Korea Aerospace Industries)
By: Valerie Insinna
SINGAPORE — United Technologies Corporation will produce the environmental control system as well as several other components for Korea Aerospace Industries’ upcoming KF-X multirole fighter jet, the company announced Feb. 6 at the Singapore Airshow.
Along with the jet’s environmental control system, which includes air conditioning, bleed air control and cabin pressurization, and liquid cooling, it will also manufacture the air turbine starter and flow control valve for the KF-X, the company said in a news release.
“UTC Aerospace Systems is pleased to partner with KAI on the development of the KF-X fighter,” said Tim White, the company’s president of electric, environmental and engine systems. “Our state-of-the-art technology will help maximize the performance of this new aircraft, and we are positioned to offer additional system opportunities to further enhance its competitiveness. We look forward to supporting the KF-X program in the years ahead.”....Read rest of article: HERE
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