Pratt & Whitney is poised to receive a $75 million jet engine maintenance contract from Jordan via the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, according to the Journal Inquirer of Manchester.
Pratt spokeswoman Erin Dick confirmed the pending deal, the newspaper says on its Web site.
The JI reports the defense security agency, which is the government’s central clearinghouse for foreign military sales, has notified Congress of the possible deal with the Middle Eastern kingdom, which would establish a “material management program” for the repair of 61 F100-PW-220E engines, according to the latest listings on its Web site.
The contract also would cover parts and other equipment, training, and logistical support, according to the DSCA listing.
“This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a major non-NATO ally which has been, and continues to be, an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East,” the agency says in a statement.
The agency said the proposed sale will improve Jordan’s capability to meet current and future threats, the newspaper said.
“Jordan will use the enhanced capability as a deterrent to regional threats and to strengthen its homeland defense,” the DSCA added.
Jordan has 47 Pratt-powered Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft in its air force’s fleet and plans to field an additional 15 in the next year, according to the DSCA.
