RTX Invests Millions in New ATC Radars

Funding will accelerate the production of ground-based aviation surveillance systems, though more funding could be required.

Jack Daleo

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 09:00 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

RTX’s Collins Aerospace is one of two contractors the FAA picked in January to replace hundreds of antiquated commercial aviation radars. [Credit: Collins Aerospace]

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RTX is investing $26.5 million to expand its facility for producing upgraded commercial aviation radars, fulfilling a $438 million FAA contract for a nationwide air traffic control (ATC) system modernization.
These new Condor Mk3 and ASM-XR radars will replace over 600 outdated systems, offering air traffic controllers enhanced situational awareness, improved reliability, better aircraft tracking, and reduced maintenance needs.
The radar replacement is part of a broader, multi-billion dollar FAA initiative by 2028 to overhaul the entire ATC system, which also includes installing new radios, digital voice switches, and advanced automation platforms to improve safety and efficiency.

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RTX on Monday said it will put millions of dollars toward the production of upgraded commercial aviation radars, which are being installed at airports nationwide as part of the FAA’s Brand New Air Traffic Control (ATC) System project.

A $26.5 million investment will expand the company’s Largo, Florida, facility to add a radar production area by late 2026. The systems are produced by RTX subsidiary Collins Aerospace, which in January won a $438 million FAA contract.