Curtiss-Wright teams with Moog UK to support the Future Engine Technology for the Control of Hydrogen Project

CHRISTCHURCH, UK – November 10, 2023 – Curtiss-Wright’s Sensors Division announced that it is collaborating with Moog Inc. on its Future Engine Technology for the Control of Hydrogen (FETCH) project. The project, led by Moog, will develop key technology for future liquid hydrogen gas turbine fuel systems and will receive funding support from the UK’s Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI). Continuing its long legacy of innovation, Curtiss-Wright’s role in the project involves the development of novel design solutions for extreme temperature aerospace position sensors to address the unique needs of a new class of hydrogen fueled aircraft engines. In addition to Moog and Curtiss-Wright, the project includes the University of Bath/IAAPS, Cranfield University, Baker Hughes Druck, and Carter Manufacturing. As part of Moog’s team, Curtiss-Wright will play a key part in the development and demonstration of a fuel control system for aircraft hydrogen gas turbines, together with non-fueldraulic electromechanical actuation systems for variable engine geometries. The project targets large commercial aircraft of the future. Activities, which began in September 2023, are scheduled to culminate in hydrogen fuel system testing in early 2026.

"As a long-standing supplier to Moog Aircraft in the UK, we are proud to team with them on the Future Engine Technology for the Control of Hydrogen program, working together to help lead the engine market towards a new generation of aircraft engines based on greener propulsion,” said Jeff Troutner, General Manager, of Curtiss-Wright’s Sensors Division. “The FETCH project provides an exciting opportunity to take our innovative LVDT sensor technology to new limits and help tackle the challenges posed in delivering greener, sustainable aviation solutions for the future.”

The FETCH project is supported by the ATI Programme, a joint Government and industry investment to maintain and grow the UK’s competitive position in civil aerospace design and manufacture. The program, delivered through a partnership between the ATI, Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS), and Innovate UK, addresses technology, capability, and supply chain challenges.

Curtiss-Wright Sensors Division is a leading supplier of linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) technology, which is widely used for engine-based position sensing. One of the most accurate and reliable transducer technologies in the market, LVDTs feature contactless sensing, low power consumption, predictable temperature performance and high sensitivity, making them the optimal solution for critical aerospace applications. Curtiss-Wright will combine advanced materials and design techniques to provide accurate and reliable novel LVDT solutions for the challenging environments presented by hydrogen propulsion engine systems for aerospace.

Through its participation in the FETCH project, Curtiss-Wright will further expand the core technical capability present in its Christchurch facility, positioning the UK as a leader in extreme temperature position sensing technologies for aerospace.

For more information about Curtiss-Wright’s Sensors Division, please visit www.cw-sensors.com.

About Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Curtiss-Wright Corporation (NYSE:CW) is a global integrated business that provides highly engineered products, solutions and services mainly to Aerospace & Defense markets, as well as critical technologies in demanding Commercial Power, Process and Industrial markets. We leverage a workforce of approximately 8,500 highly skilled employees who develop, design and build what we believe are the best engineered solutions to the markets we serve. Building on the heritage of Glenn Curtiss and the Wright brothers, Curtiss-Wright has a long tradition of providing innovative solutions through trusted customer relationships. For more information, visit www.curtisswright.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are based on management's beliefs and assumptions. Such statements, including statements relating to Curtiss-Wright Corporation's expectations of future performance of our LVDT sensor technology, the continued relationship with an existing customer, the continued funding support from the UK’s Aerospace Technology Institute, successful implementation and the success of this hydrogen fueled aircraft engine program and future opportunities associated with this program, are not considered historical facts and are considered forward-looking statements under the federal securities laws. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: a reduction in anticipated orders; an economic downturn; changes in competitive marketplace and/or customer requirements; a change in US government spending; an inability to perform customer contracts at anticipated cost levels; and other factors that generally affect the business of aerospace, defense contracting, marine, electronics and industrial companies. Please refer to the Company's current SEC filings under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, for further information.

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