Army aiming for ITEP to reach full qualification by 2028, senior leaders say
Breaking Defense • 3/31/2026
Summary
The Army aims for the ITEP engine to reach full qualification by 2028, according to senior leaders. The engine was originally scheduled for delivery in 2022, but has faced delays due to supply chain issues from the COVID-19 pandemic and difficulties in manufacturing advanced parts.
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