RTX · Earnings call · 2026Q3T · Full report

Strategic Initiatives

RTX Corp · 2026-10-20 · Importance 58 · Surprise 42

RTX invested $2.8 billion in company- and customer-funded research and development and capital expenditures during the third quarter to advance technology and expand capacity. Collins entered a partnership with Etihad Engineering that will double its regional nacelle-services footprint in the Middle East and support A350 and 787 fleets. Pratt announced an expansion of precision-parts manufacturing in Poland for commercial and military engine components, including GTF and F-35 components. RTX also completed a $50 million Raytheon manufacturing expansion in Forest, Mississippi, supporting Next Generation Jammer and radar-system production.

Key facts

• RTX said Raytheon is progressing a composable weapon strategy that combines components from different programs to develop new effectors faster and cost-effectively.