RTX's Advanced Electronic Warfare prototype for F/A-18E/F Super Hornet passes critical review

New technology will accelerate advanced capability for the Navy's primary Strike Fighter

PATUXENT RIVER, Md., Sept. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has successfully completed a major review of its new Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) prototype for the U.S. Navy's F/A-18E/F Super Hornet. This new system is set to replace current electronic warfare systems on the aircraft to enhance its defensive capabilities and survivability.

This was a pivotal checkpoint to validate the progress of the prototype's software development, including its integration with flight-representative hardware and other essential self-protect subsystems, and ensuring its alignment with government reference architecture.

"Our ADVEW prototype continues to showcase significant progress in both hardware and software that will improve the aircraft's ability to detect and counter electronic threats," said Daniel Theisen, president of Advanced Products & Solutions at Raytheon. "We are on track with our fast-paced schedule and will continue developing the system to meet all necessary requirements on the U.S. Navy's accelerated fielding timeline."

In addition to the recent review, Raytheon has completed a Test Plan Working Group to ensure ADVEW's in-flight performance is coordinated and streamlined to efficiently evaluate the system's readiness. In the coming months, the company will continue to conduct further demonstrations and delivery of shipsets for government-run integration testing.

About Raytheon

Raytheon, an RTX business, is a leading provider of defense solutions to help the U.S. government, our allies and partners defend their national sovereignty and ensure their security. For more than 100 years, Raytheon has developed new technologies and enhanced existing capabilities in integrated air and missile defense, smart weapons, missiles, advanced sensors and radars, interceptors, space-based systems, hypersonics and missile defense across land, air, sea and space.

About RTX

With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2023 sales of $69 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

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