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American Airlines Chooses CFM International Engines for Airbus Fleet

Maisie Milward
Last updated: 20 February 2026 01:32
By Maisie Milward
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American Airlines chooses CFM international engines for future A321Neo deliveries, strengthening their multi decade partnership for AA’s narrow body fleet.
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American Airlines chooses CFM international engines for future A321Neo deliveries, strengthening their multi decade partnership for AA’s narrow body fleet.

American Airlines chooses CFM international engines for future A321Neo deliveries, strengthening their multi decade partnership for AA’s narrow body fleet.
Tarmac Activity © American Airlines

American Airlines Chooses the CFM LEAP-1A engine

America Airlines and CFM international continue their multi-decade partnership by delivering CFM LEAP-1A engines to power their Airbus A321neo fleet which will join the airline in March.

CFM International, a joint venture between GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines, will continue to power American Airlines’ narrow body fleet for years to come.

American Airlines chose CFM LEAP-1B engines in 2011 to power their Boeing 737-MAX aircraft fleet which operates 93 to this day and an additional 125 on order.

American Airlines has the youngest fleet of U.S carriers. The airline have the option to purchase an additional 116 A320’s, which will be outfitted with the CFM LEAP-1A if exercised.

American Airlines CEO, Robert Isom, celebrates the engine addition to their new aircraft fleet.

“We are excited that CFM LEAP engines will power our next phase of A321neo deliveries, maximizing the power of our fleet investments to deliver the best network to our customers utilizing the best-performing engine in the business.”

American Airlines chooses CFM international engines for future A321Neo deliveries, strengthening their multi decade partnership for AA’s narrow body fleet.
Tarmac activity © American Airlines

CFM Leap Engines Chosen Due to Excellent Capacity

CFM LEAP engines have sought the fastest catalyst within the commercial aviation industry due to their excellent performance and reliability within aircraft structure.

The leap engines offered by CFM International are optimised to be 15% more fuel efficient by including composite fan blades and ceramic matrix composites. They also feature advanced health monitoring systems to provide the most reliable experience for American Airlines narrowbody aircraft.

H. Lawrence Culp, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at GE Aerospace celebrates the introduction of LEAP engines t the A321Neo fleet.

“We are committed to delivering best-in-class LEAP engines to support the growth of American’s network as they serve more destinations for their customers.”

What do you think of this partnership? Let us know in the comments below!

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  • peter larryson says:
    20 February 2026 at 12:17

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