Honeywell Announces High Performance F125IN Aircraft Engine

To Give Jaguar Fighter Aircraft Superior Mission Capability, Improved Pilot Safety and Reliability

ELAHANKA, INDIA, February 10, 2009 - Honeywell (NYSE: HON) today announced its F125IN engine, a 9850lbf (43.8kN) thrust engine that will deliver high performance, improved pilot safety, lower maintenance and outstanding reliability.


"This thrust class engine is built around Honeywell's proven expertise in the design and production of aircraft systems, which is evident in the F125IN engine, an outstanding propulsion system for military aircraft," said Vicki Panhuise, Honeywell Vice President, Military Aircraft. "The engine will transform the Indian Air Force Jaguar aircraft by improving mission performance, enhancing pilot safety, reducing pilot workload, and reducing maintenance events and costs."

The F125IN powerplant, which is currently being considered for the Indian Air Force Jaguar re-engining program, is significantly lighter and much more powerful than the aircraft's current engine. It has an advanced dual full-authority digital engine control (FADEC) system, modular construction, integrated engine health monitoring system and best in class thrust-to-weight ratio - all designed to give the military the best engine with the lowest operating and maintenance costs.

"The F125IN will provide the Indian Air Force Jaguar fleet with a modern, reliable and safe propulsion system that will transform the capabilities, performance and safety of the aircraft in combat," Panhuise added. "In significantly improving single engine thrust performance, this increases pilot safety and aircraft survivability."

Source : Honeywell International, Inc. (NYSE: HON)