• GE Aerospace restored its AVEN thrust-vectoring nozzle from storage, integrated it with the F110-GE-129E engine, returned the system to operation.
• Integration, actuation, engine light-off tests at Peebles validated nozzle, engine, actuators, controls as a single propulsion system.
• Work supports Shield AI’s X-BAT VTOL program, shifting AVEN from forward-flight maneuvering to primary control during vertical operations.
• GE plans a redesign using modern materials, updated control systems, new production methods, targeting faster response, lower weight, improved VTOL performance.
• Program leverages 1990s MATV F-16 results, including 87 ground-test hours, 135 flight hours across 95 sorties, to reduce development risk.

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