United Airlines Orders 300 GEnx Engines from GE Aerospace for 787 Fleet
United Airlines has ordered 300 GEnx engines plus spares from GE Aerospace to power its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet, raising its GEnx-powered aircraft to over 200. This deal lifts GE Aerospace’s firm GEnx backlog to nearly 1,800 engines and underscores the engine’s 99.98% dispatch rate over 70 million flight hours.
1. Order Details
On February 16, United Airlines finalized an order for 300 GEnx engines plus spares to power its Boeing 787 Dreamliners, boosting its GEnx-powered fleet to over 200 aircraft and securing additional inventory for maintenance and operational flexibility.
2. Backlog Expansion
The deal raises GE Aerospace’s firm GEnx backlog to nearly 1,800 engines and spares, reflecting a multi-year delivery schedule and reinforcing its position in the widebody market.
3. Engine Performance
GEnx engines feature advanced composite materials and seal technologies for extended service intervals, have recorded a 99.98% dispatch reliability, and amassed over 70 million flight hours.
4. Strategic Partnership
GE Aerospace and United Airlines have collaborated since 1968, with United employing GE and CFM engines across its fleet; this order underscores long-term airline preference and GE’s aftermarket support strength.