Florennes AFB, October 13, 2025 As part of Belgium’s acquisition of fifth-generation F-35 fighter jets, an agreement was signed today between the Belgian government and Pratt & Whitney, an RTX company, manufacturer of the F135 engine that powers the F-35 Lightning II. The agreement was signed at the Jean Offenberg Air Base in Florennes during … Continue reading Safran Aero Boosters and BMT Aerospace will manufacture key components of the Pratt & Whitney F135 engine, which powers the F-35 Lightning II.