Daily Memo: Boeing Patent Keeps Door Ajar For Open Fan On 737 Successor

CFM Open Fan

CFM Open Fan

Credit: CFM
Two years after Boeing signaled doubts over the use of CFM International’s RISE Open Fan engine to power its next-generation single-aisle aircraft, the company has patented a new overwing strut concept that would allow either a ducted or unducted engine to be attached to a common wing. With certain...
Guy Norris

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

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