The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), CFM International, and Airbus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore advanced propulsion technologies, 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.
Riyadh Air has confirmed an order for 120 CFM International LEAP-1A engines to power 60 Airbus A321neo family aircraft. The order was signed at the Dubai Airshow in November 2025, with CFO Adam Boukadida and Safran Aircraft Engines CEO Stéphane Cueille leading the deal.
Pegasus Airlines has signed a deal with CFM International for up to 300 LEAP-1B engines, destined for the airline's future Boeing 737-10 fleet. The Turkish carrier has a long history with CFM International, having become the first LEAP engine operator in 2016.
GE Aerospace has successfully completed ground testing of a hybrid electric turbofan engine system with NASA support. The tests demonstrated the ability to extract power from the engine and inject it back into the propulsion system while maintaining stable operation.
A 38-year-old man based in the UK has been jailed for over four years in prison after orchestrating a $52 million fraud selling fake commercial aircraft used by global airlines. The scam involved over 60,000 engine parts worth $9.
American Airlines has confirmed that its upcoming Airbus A321neos will be powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines, according to CEO Robert Isom. The airline has an additional 120 A321neos and 35 A321XLRs on order through 2032, all of which will be powered by the same engine.