TRIUMPH Geared Solutions to supply Auxiliary Gearbox for GE’s F404 Engine, supporting platforms like T7-A, T-50, and TAI Hurjet.
Triumph Group, Inc. recently announced its Geared Solutions business has been awarded a contract to provide the Auxiliary Gearbox from GE Aerospace. Additionally, This gearbox is for the F404 afterburning turbofan engine and has potential future use on multiple platforms, including the T7-A, T-50, and TAI Hurjet. Consequently, TRIUMPH is a long-standing engineering and manufacturing partner with GE on military and commercial gearbox applications. Furthermore, TRIUMPH will perform the work at its facility in Macomb, Michigan.
Pete Gibson, President of TRIUMPH Geared Solutions Business, said, “TRIUMPH is a market leader in military and commercial gearboxes and has provided GE Aerospace with proprietary and build-to-print solutions across multiple applications for decades. This sole-source award to supply F404 auxiliary gearboxes to the legacy fleet and new aircraft is the latest chapter in a great legacy of our supporting GE Aerospace engine applications.”
TRIUMPH Geared Solutions specializes in designing and manufacturing complex aerospace gearing components for commercial and defense applications. Moreover, They produce integrated gearboxes and housings for fixed-wing aircraft, rotorcraft, aircraft engines, and ground vehicles.
R. Young, F404 Sr. Product Manager, said, “We are thrilled to have TRIUMPH as a continued partner during this critical time for the F404 Product Line supporting Red Hawk, T50, and Hurjet Programs. Their close support on sub-tier supply chain execution instills GE’s confidence in supplying our warfighter the products they need.”
Headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania, TRIUMPH designs, manufactures, repairs, and overhauls a broad portfolio of aerospace and defense systems and components. Additionally, The company serves the global aviation industry, including original equipment manufacturers and both military and commercial aircraft operators.
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GE Aerospace is a global leader in aerospace propulsion, services, and systems. Furthermore, The company has an installed base of approximately 44,000 commercial and 26,000 military aircraft engines. With a global team of 52,000 employees, GE Aerospace builds on over a century of innovation and learning. Moreover, They commit to inventing the future of flight, ensuring safe transportation and returning people home securely.
Q. – What recent contract did Triumph Group, Inc.’s Geared Solutions business win?
A. – Providing the Auxiliary Gearbox from GE Aerospace.
Q. – Which engine does the Auxiliary Gearbox serve?
A. – The F404 afterburning turbofan engine.
