Accelerating Commercial And Defense Operations Expansion
GE Aerospace plans to accelerate engine production for the Boeing 737 MAX and Airbus A320neo as part of a $1 billion investment. The company will expand commercial engine production capacity, particularly for the CFM LEAP engine, and strengthen defense production. The investment will also support the production of high-pressure turbine durability kits and reverse bleed systems. According to AeroTime, the strategy aims to safely extend time between maintenance shop visits and strengthen defense production to keep pace with military demand.