GE Passport Engine Takes Flight, Set For Fan-Blade-Out Test

Credit: GE Aviation
General Electric’s Passport engine is entering the final phases of certification for Bombardier’s Global 7000/8000 long-range business aircraft, the first versions of which are set to enter service next year. The 16,500-lb.-thrust engine is being readied for upcoming water-ingestion testing and a...
Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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