A/C Compon Improv Prog
The Aircraft Engine Component Improvement Program (CIP) develops, tests, and qualifies improvements to aircraft engine components to correct service-revealed deficiencies, improve flight safety, enhance readiness and reduce operating and support (O&S) costs. In addition, CIP provides the test vehicles for the testing and qualification efforts required as a part of the Army's Critical Safety Item (CSI) program. Non-program specific Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) as well as Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) safety and readiness issues are also addressed. Work in this project is performed by the United States Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Aviation & Missile Center (AvMC).
FY2027 planned work Will continue to provide essential in-house engineering support for engine-related CIP efforts for both crewed and uncrewed aircraft system engines. FY27 funding will prioritize ongoing UAS engine efforts to ensure safety and enhance operational readiness. Simultaneously, this effort will assess and pursue T700 engine component improvement options to extend the service life and improve the performance of the T700 engine, directly supporting Army Black Hawk and Apache modernization programs.
FY2026 to FY2027 change Funding increased to account for crewed aircraft system engine CIP efforts
FY2026 plans — current year Will continue to provide in-house engineering support for UAV engine CIP programs.
FY2025 accomplishments Continued to provide in-house engineering support for UAV engine CIP programs.
FY2026 to FY2027 change Funding decreased due to completed work.
FY2026 plans — current year UAS component investigations will continue to support airworthiness, reliability and performance improvements of the critical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) components (e.g., Full Authority Digital Engine Controls (FADECs), fuel injectors, and high pressure fuel pumps) to determine root cause of occurrences which result in performance anomalies during aircraft operation.
FY2025 accomplishments UAS component investigations continued to support airworthiness, reliability and performance improvements of the critical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) components (e.g., Full Authority Digital Engine Controls (FADECs), fuel injectors, and high pressure fuel pumps) to determine root cause of occurrences which result in performance anomalies during aircraft operation.