Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 8 hours ago
The Enhanced Power and Cooling System (EPACS) represents a leap forward in military aviation technology, integrating cutting-edge cooling and power solutions from both commercial and military platforms. Matt Pess, director for Power & Controls at Collins Aerospace, explains how EPACS is being tested for the F-35 platform to more than double cooling capacity and meet emergency power requirements — all within the same space. With a 2.6x increase in cooling capacity, EPACS leverages commercial efficiencies to address fuel consumption concerns in long-range operations, particularly in the Pacific Theater. EPACS not only enhances current capabilities but also sets the stage for future advancements in military aviation.
RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world.
The Enhanced Power and Cooling System (EPACS) represents a leap forward in military aviation technology, integrating cutting-edge cooling and power solutions from both commercial and military platforms. Matt Pess, director for Power & Controls at Collins Aerospace, explains how EPACS is being tested for the F-35 platform to more than double cooling capacity and meet emergency power requirements — all within the same space. With a 2.6x increase in cooling capacity, EPACS leverages commercial efficiencies to address fuel consumption concerns in long-range operations, particularly in the Pacific Theater. EPACS not only enhances current capabilities but also sets the stage for future advancements in military aviation.
RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world.
