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flydubai Partners with GE Aerospace for Widebody Fleet Expansion
flydubai has selected the GE Aerospace GEnx-1B engine to power its upcoming fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, marking the airline’s first foray into the widebody aircraft market. The engine order includes spare engines and a long-term services agreement, reflecting flydubai’s confidence in GE Aerospace’s proven technology solutions. This partnership may be part of a broader trend towards more diverse engine options for airlines, as flydubai considers expanding its fleet with both Airbus and Boeing aircraft. The deal was announced at Dubai Airshow 2025, where flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith expressed his confidence in the GEnx engine’s performance and durability. AeroTime is covering the Dubai Airshow 2025 live from the show floor, delivering breaking news and exclusive insights throughout the week.