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CFM’s Leap-1A Gains Dual FAA-EASA Approval
Ready for service aboard Airbus A320neo
The CFM Leap-1A underwent 360 hours of flight testing. (Photo: CFM International)
The CFM Leap-1A underwent 360 hours of flight testing. (Photo: CFM International)

The CFM Leap-1A turbofan on Friday gained joint certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), clearing the engine to power the Airbus A320neo in revenue service in mid-2016. Airbus expects to gain certification of the Pratt & Whitney PW1100G-powered A320neo by the end of this year.


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