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How a Surplus U.S. Army Black Hawk Found its Next Chapter on the Big Screen
While the military movie scenes we all know and love are staged, our hearts race like we’re part of the action. For that, you might be able to thank Helinet’s MovieHawk—a surplus U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter finding its second wind in the entertainment industry.
Sustainability: Our Noble Cause
CEO John Slattery spotlights some of the real work GE Aviation is doing toward our sustainability goals.
Flying “Bio:” GE Aviation Helps Lead Industry Efforts to Advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel
GE Aviation is helping lead the industry in Sustainable Aviation Fuel, work critical to helping the global aviation industry meet its collective goals to reduce emissions.
The KF-X, South Korea’s First Indigenous Fighter Jet, has been Revealed
A GE engine known for its versatility and reliability has hit its latest milestone. On April 9, South Korea’s Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) revealed the first prototype of its GE F414-powered Korea Fighter eXperimental (KF-X), now known as the KF-21 KAI selected...
Up Close and Personal with the U.S. Air Force’s F-15EX Eagle II
As you can imagine, standing in front of two GE F110 engines integrated into an aircraft is a phenomenal experience for me. Last week, I was fortunate to do just that during a visit to Eglin Air Force Base for the official roll-out ceremony of Boeing’s newly named F-15EX Eagle II.
Ice Age: The GE Catalyst Completes its Ice-Testing Campaign
The Catalyst engine recently passed its ice testing campaign amid glacial temperatures, thanks to a team of seasoned engineers.
Growing Together: Kevin Bazeley’s Inspiring Passion for Diversity and Inclusion
When the Royal Air Force (RAF) dismissed Kevin Bazeley in the 1990s for being gay, he was devastated. His experiences with the RAF spearheaded Bazeley’s fight for justice and a lifelong commitment to championing inclusion and diversity in the workplace.
It Takes Three To Tango: LEAP Engines Will Power Southwest’s New Fleet Of 100 Boeing Jets
Southwest Airlines announced the purchase of advanced CFM International LEAP-1B engines to power 100 Boeing 737 MAX 7 aircraft. Southwest originally launched the LEAP-1B engine on the 737 MAX in 2011, with an order for 150 jets. This new deal takes the total order to 800 LEAP engines installed on its planes.
Cool Operators: Icelandair Pilots Land Boeing Passenger Jet On A Blue Ice Runway In Antarctica
At the end of February, a Boeing 767 passenger jet, powered by two GE CF6 engines, flew to Antarctica to pick up a group of scientists returning home from the Troll research station.
No Two Alike: Each Jet Engine Delivery Comes With its Own Digital Thumbprint
Every GE Aviation and CFM engine is created with a digital copy, all the way down to every single part number.
Finding Purpose in Customer Service: GE Employees Help Airlines Avoid Maintenance Delays
In their respective roles in GE Digital and GE Aviation Customer & Product Support, Keith and Danielle Lesch have made airline support personal missions after their own experience with a flight delay.
Freight Of The World: Global Cargo Airline Picks GE Engines To Power New Boeing 747 Jets
Atlas Air Worldwide has signed an agreement with GE Aviation to purchase GEnx-2B engines for its four Boeing 747-8 Freighters. Airlines and other GE customers have ordered more than 2,500 GEnx engines since they entered service early in the last decade, making it the fastest-selling, high-thrust engine in GE’s history.
Creating Community: How GE Aviation’s African American Forum is Connecting Employees
GE Aviation’s African American Forum provides a community and voice for Black employees, key to the company reaching its business goals.
GE Focused on U.S. Air Force’s Future as Key Programs Progress
A world-leading provider of military jet engines, and a U.S. Air Force partner since 1947, GE is poised to support the next generation of USAF needs. An unparalleled suite of innovative GE products stands ready to meet emerging mission demands.
GE Aviation Volunteers Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers
Two GE Aviation engineers are ensuring that students see Black role models in aerospace and STEM.
The Sky’s the Limit: 70 Years (And Counting!) for Doris Harakay
Doris Harakay, an employee at the GE Aviation site in Vandalia, Ohio, will celebrate her 70th work anniversary this month. And she has no plans to stop anytime soon.
SAS Expands LEAP-Powered Fleet With New Engine Order, Services Agreement
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has selected CFM International LEAP-1A engines to power 35 additional A320neo family aircraft. The order, which includes eight spare engines and a Rate Per Flight Hour (RPFH) support agreement, is valued at $2.9 billion U.S. at list price.
GE’s F110 Earns its Way onto US Air Force F-15s
The F110 has come full circle with US Air Force F-15s. After finding success internationally, the F110 will power the new, fly-by-wire F-15EX Advanced Eagle – its fifth F-15 variant, which is slated to replace the oldest F-15s remaining in the Air Force fleet. Once fielded, the F110-powered F-15EX will finally fulfill the possibility GE invested in decades ago with this engine and airframe for the Air Force.
A Catalyst Carol: The GE Catalyst Takes Another Crucial Step Ahead of Flight Testing
The GE Catalyst has taken another crucial step ahead of its upcoming first take-off for flight testing.
Remote Learning: COVID-19 And The Art Of Virtual Jet Engine Maintenance Training
Andargachew “Andy” Haileselassie pivoted his in-person jet engine maintenance classes in 2020 to teach remote classes to technicians from 26 airlines, reaching about 577 virtual students.