Who makes the CFM56 7 engine?
CFM International
Through May, there have been 535 announced orders for CFM56-7-powered 737 and BBJ aircraft. The CFM56-7 is produced by CFM International (CFMI), a 50/50 joint company between Snecma of France and General Electric* of the United States. CFMI is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Who builds the CFM56 engine?
Designed, developed and produced by CFM International, the CFM56 engine powers single-aisle commercial jetliners from Airbus (A320 family) and Boeing (737 family), as well as various military aircraft.
How much does a CFM56 engine cost?
CFM International CFM56 (F108)
| Engine Type: | Two-Spool High-Bypass Turbofan Engine |
|---|---|
| Applications: | C-40 Clipper; Boeing 737 AEW&C P-8A Poseidon; KC-135/RC-135; E-6B Mercury |
| Status: | In Production |
| Manufacturer: | General Electric Co. and Safran |
| Price/Unit Cost: | CFM56-2A2: $8.75 million (in 2015) |
What does CFM56 stand for?
From the CFM Website: CFM is not an acronym, so it doesn’t stand for anything. The company (CFM), and product line (CFM56), got their names by a combination of the two parent companies’ commercial engine designations: GE ‘s CF6 and Snecma’s M56. The internet is a wonderful thing.
Are jet engines reliable?
Despite the tremendous engineering and tight tolerances involved in the design, a turbine/jet engine is very reliable. Turbines do not break down easily, and if they do, it is usually a supporting system that fails. A broken pump and a clogged pipe are much more likely than the turbine to malfunction.
How many fan blades does a CFM56 have?
44 blades
The CFM56-2 comprises a single-stage fan with 44 blades, with a three-stage LP compressor driven by a four-stage LP turbine, and a nine-stage HP compressor driven by a single-stage HP turbine. The combustor is annular.
Can jets fly one engine?
Can a passenger jet fly with only one engine? A twin-engine plane can fly perfectly well on only one engine. In fact, it can even continue the take-off and then safely land with just one engine.
Does heavy rain affect jet engines?
Although rain is capable of hindering the function of a jet engine, it is rarely a noticeable effect. The majority of storms do not create enough rain or snow to disturb the engines, and the ice crystals that clouds are made of are far too small to affect function.
What does a CFM56-7 engine stand do?
This CFM56-7 Engine Stand is designed specifically for transportation, ground handling, and bootstrapping the CFM56-7 engines used on Boeing B737-600/700/800/900 series aircraft. The stand has swivel casters and shock mounts and is equipped with tow bars. The casters may be mounted at either of two heights.
Which is the new CFM56 engine for 737?
The new CFM56-7 engine for the Next-Generation Boeing 737 family combines proven CFM56 architecture with new technology to lower operating costs dramatically while maintaining industry-leading performance, reliability, and operability. Through November, firm orders have been announced for 501 CFM56-7-powered 737 aircraft.
Which is a better engine CFM56 or CFM 3C1?
CFM56-7 maintenance costs are projected to be 15 percent lower at equivalent thrust than those of the industry-leading CFM56-3C1. Engine reliability, low operating temperatures, and durability features will extend time on-wing up to 20 percent compared to other CFM56 engines. An overview of the CFM56-7 technology features follows:
Is the CFM56-7 the same engine as the A320?
CORE: The CFM56-7 shares a common core with the CFM56-5B/P engine currently in service on the Airbus Industrie A320 family. The 9-stage high pressure compressor has proven its reliability and durability on other CFM56 engine models, but has been further improved with 3-D aero for better efficiency and aerodynamics.