RTX Corporation (NYSE: RTX) trims board to ten as James Winnefeld exits

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

RTX Corporation reported that James A. Winnefeld Jr. has resigned from its Board of Directors, effective March 5, 2026. The company states that his resignation was not due to any dispute or disagreement regarding RTX’s operations, policies, practices, or Code of Conduct.

Following his departure, the size of RTX’s Board will be reduced from eleven to ten directors, indicating the Board will continue with one fewer member rather than filling the seat immediately.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 5, 2026

RTX CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware	001-00812	06-0570975
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1000 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22209

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(781) 522-3000

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock ($1 par value)	RTX	New York Stock Exchange
(CUSIP 75513E 101)
2.150% Notes due 2030	RTX 30	New York Stock Exchange
(CUSIP 75513E AB7)

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On March 5, 2026, James A. Winnefeld Jr. notified the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of RTX Corporation (the “Company”) of his intention to resign as a director of the Company, effective as of March 5, 2026. Mr. Winnefeld’s resignation was not the result of any dispute or disagreement with the Company or the Company’s Board on any matter relating to the operations, policies or practices of the Company, including the Company’s Code of Conduct.  Effective upon Mr. Winnefeld’s resignation as a director, the size of the Company’s Board will be reduced from eleven to ten.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	RTX CORPORATION
	(Registrant)
Date:  March 5, 2026	By:	/s/ RAMSARAN MAHARAJH
		Ramsaran Maharajh
		Executive Vice President & General Counsel

FAQ

Why did James A. Winnefeld Jr. resign from RTX (RTX) board?

James A. Winnefeld Jr. resigned from RTX’s Board of Directors effective March 5, 2026. RTX states his resignation was not due to any dispute or disagreement regarding the company’s operations, policies, practices, or Code of Conduct, indicating an orderly and non-contentious departure.

When is James A. Winnefeld Jr.’s resignation from RTX (RTX) effective?

His resignation from RTX Corporation’s Board of Directors is effective March 5, 2026. The same date is cited both for his notice and the effectiveness of the resignation, signaling an immediate transition rather than a delayed or phased departure from board service.

Did James A. Winnefeld Jr. have a disagreement with RTX (RTX) before resigning?

RTX states that James A. Winnefeld Jr.’s resignation was not the result of any dispute or disagreement with the company or its Board. This includes matters relating to operations, policies, practices, or RTX’s Code of Conduct, suggesting no reported governance conflict around his departure.

How does James A. Winnefeld Jr.’s resignation affect the RTX (RTX) Board size?

Effective upon his resignation, RTX will reduce the size of its Board of Directors from eleven to ten members. Rather than appointing a replacement immediately, the company is formally shrinking the Board, which can affect board dynamics but remains within typical governance practice.

Who signed the RTX (RTX) report about the board resignation?

The report was signed on behalf of RTX Corporation by Ramsaran Maharajh, Executive Vice President & General Counsel. His signature indicates the company’s formal authorization and legal validation of the disclosure regarding James A. Winnefeld Jr.’s resignation and related Board changes.

What securities of RTX (RTX) are listed on the New York Stock Exchange?

RTX lists its Common Stock with $1 par value, trading under the symbol RTX, and its 2.150% Notes due 2030, trading under symbol RTX 30. Both securities are registered on the New York Stock Exchange according to the disclosure, reflecting the company’s public market presence.

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