Pratt & Whitney Expands Georgia Operations with $200 Million Investment

Columbus, GA – Pratt & Whitney, a business unit of RTX, is investing $200 million to expand its operations in Columbus, Georgia, Governor Brian Kemp announced on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. The expansion is expected to initially create 15 new jobs, with further job growth anticipated Governor Kemp’s Office.

Building on Previous Investment

The announcement coincides with the completion of a prior expansion project, unveiled in 2023, which added nearly 400 jobs and 81,000 square feet to Pratt & Whitney’s Columbus Engine Center. Governor Kemp’s Office. Governor Kemp highlighted Pratt & Whitney’s continued investment as a demonstration of the state’s supportive business environment.

A Long-Standing Presence in Columbus

Pratt & Whitney has maintained a presence in Columbus since 1984, operating the Columbus Engine Center and Columbus Forge on the same campus. Governor Kemp’s Office. The Columbus Engine Center specializes in the maintenance of Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines, which power aircraft such as the Airbus A320neo family, Airbus A220, and Embraer E-Jets E2. It also provides support for engines used in military aircraft, including the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III (F117 engine) and the McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle and Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon (F100 engine). Governor Kemp’s Office.

Columbus Forge Capabilities

The Columbus Forge facility manufactures compressor airfoils, as well as compressor and turbine disks, for both commercial and military engines, including the F135 engine that powers all variants of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter. Governor Kemp’s Office.

Economic Impact and Workforce Development

Pratt & Whitney currently employs approximately 2,000 people across its two Columbus locations. AP News. The company plans to hire an additional 400 workers by the end of 2028. AP News. The state of Georgia will contribute to workforce training initiatives. AP News. Pratt & Whitney could qualify for up to $1.6 million in state income tax credits, based on $4,000 per job created over five years, contingent on employees earning at least $31,300 annually. AP News.

“This investment will help ensure that we have the infrastructure, machinery and equipment upgrades in place to provide the best products and services to our customers worldwide,” said Shane Eddy, President of Pratt & Whitney, in a statement. AP News.