GE · 8-K · 20261020PR000063

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GENERAL ELECTRIC CO · 2026-10-20 · Importance 58 · Surprise 42 · In source text

GE Aerospace, NASA, BETA Technologies, and Boeing completed the world’s first high-altitude hybrid-electric flight above 30,000 feet. The demonstration was intended to validate more-electric aircraft engine systems for improved efficiency, durability, and range. GE Aerospace is investing more than $3 billion annually in research and development for current and future propulsion technologies. The company also advanced the GEK800, XA102, and next-generation engine platforms for commercial and defense applications.

Key facts

• GE Aerospace completed the world's first high-altitude hybrid electric flight above 30,000 feet in partnership with NASA, BETA Technologies, and Boeing source
• GE9X engines were delivered in the quarter but the impact will be recognized post midseal certification source
• XA102 adaptive-cycle engine (U.S. Air Force’s NGAP) moved into hardware procurement and subcomponent testing source
• GE Aerospace reported an installed base of approximately 50,000 commercial and 30,000 military aircraft engines source
• GE Aerospace stated CFM International is a 50/50 JV that produces CFM56 and LEAP engine families source

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