GE GEnx

China Eastern entered a purchase agreement with GE Aerospace for 25 GEnx-1B turbofans for its Boeing 787 fleet.

GKN Aerospace has strengthened its position on several GE engine programs through a new, wide-ranging agreement.

The engine maker says the issues affect a relatively small number within each fleet.

Although demand has returned at Evergreen Aviation Technologies’ engine shops, the joint venture is still challenged by supply chain and labor issues.

Saudi Arabian flag carriers Riyadh Air and Saudia will order 78 787s with options for a further 43 aircraft.

The FAA plans to order GE-powered Boeing 787 fuel system modifications in response to several in-service incidents that led to fuel leaks.

Boeing declines to confirm reports that it is preparing to end the five-decade long production run of the 747, but Aviation Week understands key

Bamboo Airways is looking to power its new Boeing 787-9s with General Electric GEnx turbofans, according to the airline’s chairman Trinh Van Quyet.