An F-22 Raptor, in front, flies alongside an F-35A Joint Strike Fighter. Technical drawings of components found in these two aircraft were among those that Honeywell allegedly made authorized exports of to China. USAF
Warzone/The Drive: Honeywell Fined Millions Over Exporting Sensitive Info On F-22, F-35, And More To China (Updated)
Technical drawings alleged to have been exported to China, among other countries, covered components used on various military aircraft, and more.
The U.S. government and defense contractor Honeywell have reached a settlement over alleged violations of portions of the Arms Export Control Act, or AECA, and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, or ITAR. The matter at hand had to do with Honeywell's alleged unauthorized export of dozens of technical drawings relating to components of various aircraft, missiles, and tanks, including the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, the F-22 Raptor stealth fighter, the B-1B bomber, the Tomahawk cruise missile, and the M1A1 Abrams, to multiple countries, including China. American officials contend that some of the disclosures harmed national security, something that Honeywell denies.
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Update #1: Honeywell fined $13 million for defense export violations (Defense News)
Update #2: State Dept. reaches $13M deal with Honeywell to settle allegations of violating export laws (UPI)
WNU Editor: A $13 million fine!!!! This is what the Chinese got their hands on ....
.... Altogether, the materials pertained to the F-35 joint strike fighter B-1B Lancer long-range strategic bomber; F-22 fighter; C-130 transport aircraft; A-7H Corsair; A-10 Warthog; Apache Longbow helicopter; M1A1 Abrams tank; Tactical Tomahawk Missile; the F/A-18 Hornet, and the F135, F414, T55 and CTS800 turboshaft engines.
