CFM matches technology achievements with industry demands

Customer needs propel CFM’s technology investments. Our next engine will be more clean, quiet, efficient – and just as reliable – as today’s CFM56 Tech Insertion production standard.

Higher fuel efficiency

As fuel prices rise and aircraft operators struggle to stay profitable, CFM engineers are working to introduce a quantum leap forward in fuel efficiency. Achieving this requires step changes in technology from the front to the back of the engine. Everything – from more lightweight materials to better aerodynamically designed parts – will lead to better fuel burn for customers.

Fewer emissions

Since carbon dioxide is a direct result of fuel burn, driving towards the best possible fuel burn has also allowed CFM to minimize CO2 emissions. We’re also refining Twin Annular Pre Swirl (TAPS) combustion technology for our next engine to reduce NOx emissions by an unprecedented 60 percent.

Less noise

For our next engine, CFM is targeting a 10-15 decibel reduction in noise. This is equivalent to making a jackhammer operate as loud as an alarm clock. CFM will achieve this target by increasing the engine bypass ratio, taking advantage of advanced acoustics technology, and extensively using lighter weight materials.