GE Aerospace's LEAP Engine Deliveries Soar by 41% Amid Industry Boom

GE Aerospace's joint venture, CFM International, has ramped up deliveries of its LEAP engines by 41% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year.

This surge in engine deliveries is crucial for Boeing and Airbus as they aim to meet their high order backlogs for their most widely used jets.

The LEAP engine is the sole option on the Boeing 737 MAX and one of two options for powering the Airbus A320neo family, making CFM International's increased production a key bottleneck in the global supply chain.

The aerospace industry relies heavily on efficient engine supply to meet growing demand from airlines, which are desperate to switch to newer, more fuel-efficient aircraft with newer engines.

GE Aerospace will experience some margin pressure due to the ramp-up in LEAP deliveries, as it sells new engines at a loss but generates lucrative long-term service agreements and aftermarket revenue.