Engines
FAA Certifies New GE Engine for Bell 525
GE's now-certified CT7-2F1 engine for the Bell 525 features an improved high pressure turbine, electronic controls, and health and usage monitoring system.
GE Aviation's newly certified CT7-2F1 engine is the latest variant of the engine maker's CT7/T700 engine family. (Photo: GE Aviation)
GE Aviation's newly certified CT7-2F1 engine is the latest variant of the engine maker's CT7/T700 engine family. (Photo: GE Aviation)

GE Aviation has received FAA type certification for the CT7-2F1, the 2,000-shp-class engine that will power the Bell 525 Relentless helicopter, the engine maker announced on Monday. “Achieving FAA certification is a great accomplishment for the CT7-2F1 program and the dedicated team involved,” said GE Aviation executive product manager Elissa Lee.