GE Aerospace Expands Hypersonic Testing Infrastructure with Major Facility Upgrades

GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) announced today significant investments in its test infrastructure to accelerate the development of next-generation hypersonic propulsion systems. These upgrades at sites in Evendale, Ohio, Bohemia, New York and Niskayuna, New York will enable the company to conduct higher-Mach, mission-relevant testing at a scale not previously possible.

• Evendale, Ohio: GE Aerospace is upgrading a test facility to provide dedicated test support for larger hypersonic propulsion systems than previously possible. These enhancements will also allow testing at higher Mach numbers and enable more relevant simulation of actual flight conditions.
• Bohemia, New York: GE Aerospace has been upgrading the test cell facilities on site, following the 2022 acquisition of Innoveering, a company specializing in hypersonic propulsion technologies.
• Niskayuna, New York: GE Aerospace is expanding hypersonic testing capabilities at its Research Center, to support the evaluation of larger propulsion systems as well as evaluate and refine a range of next-generation hypersonic propulsion technologies.

Mark Rettig, vice president & general manager of Edison Works Advanced Programs at GE Aerospace, said, “This investment significantly accelerates GE Aerospace’s ability to meet future hypersonic propulsion needs. By enhancing our infrastructure, we’re not only enabling more representative and scalable testing but also demonstrating our ability to deliver advanced technologies faster and more efficiently, ensuring our customers have the cutting-edge solutions they need when they need them.”

The test cell expansion comes on the heels of GE Aerospace’s successful development and testing of a hypersonic dual-mode ramjet that went from concept to test in less than 11 months followed by testing of a liquid fueled ramjet 10 months after initial concept definition. 

By investing in cutting-edge infrastructure and expertise, GE Aerospace continues to solidify its leadership in developing advanced propulsion systems for the most demanding applications.