GE Plans To Double Fighter Engine Production By 2032

GE Aerospace is significantly increasing its military engine production to meet growing demand for F-15, F-16, and advanced trainer aircraft. The company plans to more than double deliveries of its F110 and F404/414 fighter engines by 2032, supported by major investments in manufacturing capacity, automation, additive manufacturing, and supply-chain improvements. F110 production is expected to increase by 50% year over year in the second quarter, while GE is targeting production levels similar to the 120–136 engines per year achieved in the past. The company has invested around $600 million in production improvements, including $100 million at its Lynn, Massachusetts facility, and is also acquiring Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) for $11.75 billion to strengthen its supply of critical castings. GE's Flight Deck operating system has contributed to improved manufacturing performance, including a 30% increase in engine output between 2024 and 2025 and major reductions in production lead times. Supply-chain shortages, particularly for forgings and castings, remain a challenge, but GE is working closely with suppliers and expanding automation to improve production reliability. Demand for F404/F414 engines is also increasing due to programs such as the Boeing T-7A, KAI T-50, Turkish Aerospace Hur jet, Saab Gripen, KAI KF-21, and HAL Tejas Mk. 2. GE is also continuing development of the T901 turboshaft engine, which is designed to replace the T700 and is expected to complete qualification in late 2027, with potential procurement beginning around 2028. Overall, GE is carrying out a major transformation of its military-engine production and supply chain to support substantially higher U.S. and international demand through 2032 and beyond.