GE confident Leap turbofans can match CFM56 durability via high-pressure turbine durability updates

GE Aerospace says its Leap turbofan is on track to reach CFM56-like durability after it implements high-pressure turbine updates aimed at fixing a heat-induced durability problem. The updates are designed to address the engine’s worst-case thermal degradation under normal operations to protect operator economics.

Discovered 2026-05-21T03:12:50.384692-07:00 | 2026-05-21T03:12:50.384692-07:00

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