GE Aerospace's ATLAS Project Boosts Military Capabilities with Successful Ramjet Flight Tests
The ATLAS project, aiming to extend the range of ammunition through advanced air-breathing propulsion technologies, has received backing from various organisations. This is common in the defence industry, where public-private partnerships and research projects are frequent. The project's funding comes from the Department of War via Title III of the Defense Production Act.
GE Aerospace has successfully completed a series of flight tests for its Atmospheric Test of Launched Airbreathing System (ATLAS). The tests, conducted using a Starfighters F-104 aircraft, marked the first flight demonstration of GE Aerospace's solid fuel ramjet (SFRJ) propulsion technology. The ATLAS system reached supersonic speeds during the test campaign, validating key performance capabilities of solid fuel ramjets. These tests provide crucial insights for future systems requiring enhanced speed, range, and responsiveness.
The ATLAS project, supported by the Department of War, has shown promising results with GE Aerospace's successful flight tests. The validated solid fuel ramjet technology could significantly improve the speed and range of future military systems, potentially reshaping defence capabilities.
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