CFM International

Suppliers weigh risks and opportunities as Airbus and Boeing prepare next-generation single-aisle (NGSA) aircraft, with propulsion decisions expected by 2030.

With the Leap engine fleet growing twice as fast as that of the CFM56, CFM is focused on upgrades and production as single-aisle demand continues unabated.

This week's Flight Friday looks at the Leap-1B engine and the Boeing 737 MAX types it powers.

FAA mandates expanded CFM56-7B fan blade inspections after recent updates, addressing safety concerns following past and recent engine failures.

GE Aerospace’s flying testbeds are “getting beyond the platitudes,” pushing the technology and development edge toward the Open Fan.

Collins and Safran are testing electric powertrains for hybridized turbine engines.

India's largest airline IndiGo has signed an agreement with CFM International that covers an order of more than 1,000 Leap-1A engines, continuing the LCC's transition away from the Pratt & Whitney GTF on its A320neo-family fleet.

Cost and fares are up but passengers are paying, which is continuing the aftermarket boom.

FAA and EASA have certificated a new high-pressure turbine (HPT) durability kit for CFM International’s LEAP-1B engine.

CFM International has announced new design and test milestones for its Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines technology demonstration program.

CFM International is beginning parts manufacture for the first Open Fan ground demonstrator engine following the completion of the preliminary design review for key components.

CFM International is ramping its supply chain and building inventory as it works to cut over to an upgraded configuration of its Leap-1B engine next year.

Safran begins testing hybrid-electric engine demonstrator to improve fuel efficiency for next-gen narrowbodies with innovative power management.

As the Farnborough Airshow approaches, editors discuss how engine-makers are making headway with nagging durability problems while positioning for the all-important next-gen single aisle competition—and explain how the two play into each other.

Engine-makers earned their dominance through capital risk and the long game—will that hold through 2026?

CFM is exploring GE Aerospace-owned Dowty’s turboprop propeller experience for a potential role in the Open Fan propulsion system.

When the next-gen narrowbody programs launch is largely out of the hands of Airbus and Boeing.

Safran opens $140 million Leap engine MRO hub in Queretaro, Mexico, to serve Central America with capacity for 350 annual shop visits by 2030.

CFM International says its Open Fan propulsion system will be capable of beating competing next-gen turbofans on fuel burn efficiency and durability.

Collaborative combat R66; NASA open-fan demo; quantum heads to the field; and Sora’s subscale eVTOL bus.

SalamAir launches Vienna flights and eyes Eastern European expansion while managing high fuel costs and fleet reactivation.

SalamAir plans a fleet expansion to 35 aircraft as CFM resolves Leap-1A engine issues and Embraer E195-E2 deliveries loom.

IATA pushes for a more open engine aftermarket to ease MRO bottlenecks and improve parts access for airlines.

Structural reorganization and Lean processes are making headway in GE Aerospace’s push to increase production capacity and tackle durability improvements.

CFM says certification work on a finalized Leap-1B EEC software load is underway to address safety concerns on the 737 MAX.