Pratt & Whitney Plans $200M Expansion of Georgia Facility

Manufacturer will add a seventh isothermal forging press at its Columbus location.

Zach Vasile

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 01:20 PM ET

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A geared turbofan engine in testing [Credit: Pratt & Whitney]

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Pratt & Whitney will invest $200 million to expand its manufacturing sites in Columbus, Georgia.
The investment includes adding a seventh isothermal forging press, aiming to boost output of critical engine components by 30 percent for GTF, F135, and other engine programs by 2028.
This expansion is intended to increase industrial capacity, support growing demand for both military and commercial engines, and help address existing engine backlogs and GTF engine inspection challenges.

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Aircraft engine maker Pratt & Whitney will spend $200 million to grow its manufacturing sites in Columbus, Georgia, a move intended to increase production of critical parts.

The company announced Tuesday that it will add a seventh isothermal forging press at its Columbus Forge facility. The press, expected to become operational by 2028, will boost output of components such as rotating compressor and turbine disks by 30 percent to support GTF, F135, and other engine programs, officials said.