Hermeus Selects Pratt & Whitney F100 for Hypersonic Darkhorse | Aviation International News

Hermeus Selects P&W F100 for Hypersonic Darkhorse

Hermeus plans engine testing in 2024 for its Mach 5 Darkhorse uncrewed aerial system.

Digital rendering of Hermeus Darkhorse on airport taxiway — Hermeus has selected the Pratt & Whitney F100 turbofan for the turbine portion of its hybrid engine, Chimera II, which will power its Mach 5 Darkhorse uncrewed aerial system. (Photo: Hermeus)

By Mark Huber • Contributor - Rotorcraft

December 20, 2022

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