National Airlines has placed an order with GE Aerospace for one GE90-110B and six CF6-80C2 engines to support its Boeing 777F and Boeing 747F cargo operations.
National Airlines has extensive experience with GE Aerospace, already owning thirty CF6 engines and eight GE90 engines.
Mohamed Ali, President & CEO, GE Aerospace Commercial Engines & Services, said, “We’re thrilled that National Airlines continues to invest in our engines after recently purchasing eight GE90 engines. These additional engines will help National meet growing cargo demand and demonstrates their continued confidence in these aircraft-engine combinations.”
The GE90 engine family powers all Boeing 777 models and is the exclusive powerplant on the 777-300ER, -200LR, and Freighter. The GE90 engine features several technology firsts, including carbon fiber composite front fan blades, the world’s largest front fan at 128 inches in diameter and the world-record setting thrust of 127,900 pounds during certification testing.
National Airlines Chairman Chris Alf said, “Reliability, performance, and consistency are the foundation of successful air cargo operations, which is why National Airlines has built its freighter fleet around GE Aerospace engine technology. The addition of these CF6 and GE90 engines further strengthens our operational capability, ensuring we have the flexibility, capacity, and long-term resilience needed to support our customers’ evolving requirements for years ahead.”
