RISE Blades Undergo Dust Ingestion Tests On Leap-1A

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CFM aims to deliver more than 2,000 Leap-1 engines in 2026.

Credit: GE Aerospace
As production of Leap-1 engines ramps up toward a 2026 record target of 2,000-plus units, CFM International joint-venture partner GE Aerospace is focusing on two key performance parameters: delivery and durability. GE acknowledges both areas need improvement. Delayed engine shipments, mostly to...
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