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RTX posts higher quarterly sales on strong engine demand, aircraft repairs
Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on January 27, 2026
2 min readLast updated: January 27, 2026
Tags:investment
Quick Summary
RTX's quarterly revenue rose by 12% due to strong engine demand and aircraft repairs, with future sales forecasts exceeding Wall Street expectations.
RTX Reports Increased Quarterly Revenue Driven by Engine Demand
RTX Quarterly Performance Overview
By Mike Stone and Aishwarya Jain
Sales Growth in Engine Business
Jan 27 (Reuters) - Aerospace and defense giant RTX posted a higher fourth-quarter revenue and profit on Tuesday, driven by a rise in sales for its engines and a strong appetite for commercial aircraft maintenance and repair services.
Maintenance and Repair Services Demand
RTX was helped by increased sales for its F135 turbofan engine, which powers all variants of Lockheed Martin's F-35, as well as continued maintenance demand for its decades‑old F100 engine.
Future Sales Forecast
In August, the company's engine business, Pratt and Whitney, bagged a $2.8 billion contract for 141 F135 engines. It also received a $1.6 billion F135 sustainment contract in December.
The unit, which also makes engines for Airbus' A320neo jets, posted a 25% rise in adjusted sales during the fourth quarter.
Arlington, Virginia-based RTX also benefited from strong demand for its maintenance and repair services as a shortage of new commercial aircraft has pushed airlines to fly older, more cost-intensive fleets.
Adjusted sales at RTX's aerospace and avionics business Collins rose 3% in the fourth quarter while its defense arm, Raytheon, reported a 7% rise during the same period.
RTX forecast 2026 adjusted sales in the range of $92 billion to $93 billion, the midpoint of which was slightly ahead of Wall Street expectations of $92.46 billion, according to data compiled by LSEG.
It reported a total revenue of $24.24 billion for the quarter ended December 31, up about 12% from a year earlier.
Excluding items, its per-share profit stood at $1.55 in the quarter, compared with $1.54 a year earlier.
RTX paid $3.57 billion in dividends in 2025, up 11.1% from the previous year.
However, earlier this month President Donald Trump signed an executive order linking share buybacks, dividends and executive compensation to weapons delivery schedules, a move that could add uncertainty around future capital returns.
He singled out Raytheon, warning the unit's government contracts could be at risk if it failed to curb stock buybacks.
(Reporting by Aishwarya Jain in Bengaluru; Editing by Krishna Chandra Eluri)
Key Takeaways
- •RTX reports a 12% increase in quarterly revenue.
- •Strong demand for F135 and F100 engines boosts sales.
- •Pratt and Whitney secures significant contracts.
- •Collins and Raytheon divisions report sales growth.
- •RTX's 2026 sales forecast exceeds expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions about RTX posts higher quarterly sales on strong engine demand, aircraft repairs
1What is a turbofan engine?
A turbofan engine is a type of jet engine that uses a fan to draw in air and a turbine to produce thrust, commonly used in commercial and military aircraft.
2What are maintenance and repair services in aviation?
Maintenance and repair services in aviation refer to the procedures and tasks performed to ensure aircraft are safe, reliable, and compliant with regulations.
3What is adjusted sales?
Adjusted sales refer to a company's revenue figures that have been modified to exclude certain items, providing a clearer picture of operational performance.
4What is a sustainment contract?
A sustainment contract is an agreement for ongoing support and maintenance of equipment or systems, ensuring they remain operational over time.
5What is the F-35?
The F-35 is a family of stealth multirole fighters designed for various missions, including air-to-air combat and ground attack, developed by Lockheed Martin.
