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Singapore, CFM, Airbus Partner on Open Fan Engine Testing

February 2, 2026

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Key Takeaways

CAAS, CFM, and Airbus partner on open fan engine testing.
MOU signed to explore advanced propulsion technologies.
Testing to focus on RISE program and open fan engine architecture.

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Strategic Implications

This partnership may signal a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions in aviation, with the open fan engine technology potentially offering more than 20% better fuel efficiency. The collaboration could indicate a shift towards more sustainable and efficient air travel, with Singapore positioning itself as a leader in testing and validating new technologies.

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What Happened

Global Leaders Team Up for Next Generation Engine Development

The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), CFM International, and Airbus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to test the next generation of commercial aircraft engines, including open fan engine technology. The partnership aims to establish Singapore as the world’s first airport testing ground for operations of CFM’s Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines (RISE) technologies. The MOU was signed at the 3rd Changi Aviation Summit, with the group planning to conduct operational trials of the RISE program’s Open Fan engine demonstrators at Singapore Changi Airport or Seletar Airport. This development was first reported by AeroTime.

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