CFM International Leap-X

By Kurt Hofmann
SAS reports it faced higher costs from currency exchanges and fuel prices in a challenging fourth quarter (Q4) of its fiscal 2023, which ended Oct. 31.
Airlines & Lessors

By Alex Derber
A lack of domestic engine MRO capability is cited as a factor in holding back the country's aftermarket segment.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
UAE-based engine maintenance provider Sanad has publicly unveiled its Leap Engine MRO Center in Abu Dhabi.
Dubai Airshow

By Guy Norris
CFM International has revealed new details of upgrades it plans to introduce for the Leap 1 in 2024.
Dubai Airshow

By Alex Derber
Carriers told they will need to own a higher ratio of new narrowbody spare engines than they did in the past.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Alex Derber
With engine overhaul turn times drifting outwards, business is booming for providers of alternative solutions.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Alex Derber
Poland-based XEOS plans to begin servicing the narrowbody engine next year.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Guy Norris
A flight-test program launched by Boeing, NASA and United Airlines aims to discover whether burning SAF could reduce the formation of persistent contrails.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel

By Rob Hall
High parts demand and low USM supply are causing parts shortages that are increasing shop visit and component repair turnaround times.
Supply Chain

By James Pozzi
The conference explored issues with the Pratt & Whitney GTF and CFM International Leap and the outlook for the engines.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By James Pozzi
Enrique Robledo, appointed chief technical officer in February, discusses finding third-party maintenance work and managing capacity.
Supply Chain

By Chen Chuanren
The contract covers all 36 Leap 1Bs operated by group carriers Lion Air, Batik Air, Batik Air Malaysia and Thai Lion Air in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand.
Services & Support

By Guy Norris
CFM Leap 1's improved high-pressure turbine blade can better withstand hot, dusty, polluted environments where some engines have experienced premature removal.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By James Pozzi
The engine shop will service several narrowbody and widebody engine types and further drives forward the MRO’s engine maintenance ambitions.
Services & Support

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
New-generation engine technologies are driving advancements in full-authority digital engine control systems.
Emerging Technologies

By James Pozzi
The engine MRO provider adds further on-site capability at its Chinese operation.
Workforce & Training

By Chen Chuanren
Safran Aircraft Engines has invested in additional capacity at its site in Guiyang, China, to support the ramp up of Leap engines for A320neo-family aircraft.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Christine Boynton
Summer 2023 has seen its fair share of challenges, including record-breaking high temperatures—something airlines may have to contend with more in the future.
Airlines & Lessors

By Thierry Dubois
Amid healthy demand, Safran is ramping up Leap engine production despite persisting supply chain issues.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Guy Norris
Already chasing a step-change in fuel-burn reduction of between 20-25%, engine-makers face the additional challenge of developing adaptable propulsion systems.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Jens Flottau
IndiGo and Airbus managed to stun the industry on the first day of the Paris Air Show with the firm order for A320neo family aircraft which was unusually big.
Paris Air Show

By Guy Norris
Speaking on the eve of the Paris Air Show, a GE executive says the solution is an add-on retrofittable external device called the reverse bleed system.
Paris Air Show

By Joe Anselmo, Guy Norris
Aviation Week editors talk with GE’s CEO about the company’s breakup and new focus on aerospace.
Paris Air Show

By Thierry Dubois
As production ramps up, hiring is now a major concern. Improved production techniques should help on-time delivery and quality.
Paris Air Show

By Guy Norris, Joe Anselmo
Validation tests will continue through the remainder of the year and amass a “large” number of cycles.
Aircraft & Propulsion