A321neo with CFM LEAP-1A engines receives joint EASA / FAA certification.

Engine performing well in commercial service on A320neo.

TOULOUSE, France — 1 March 2017 — Airbus today announced that the A321neo powered by CFM International’s LEAP-1A engine has received Type Certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), paving the way for delivery of the first A321neo equipped with the LEAP engine later this year.

“The LEAP-1A entry into service on the A320neo has been incredibly smooth,” said Gaël Méheust, CFM president and CEO. “Our customers really love the fuel efficiency, reliability, and low noise the engine is bringing to their fleets. We are proud to be a part of this great program.”

The LEAP-1A-powered A320neo entered commercial service in August 2016 and nine airlines have taken delivery of a total of 72 engines to date.

About CFM International

LEAP-1A engines are a product of CFM International, a 50/50 joint company between GE and Safran Aircraft Engines. CFM, the world’s leading supplier of commercial aircraft engines, has delivered more than 30,600 engines to date. The LEAP engine family is the fastest-selling in aviation history with more than 12,200 orders to date. For more information concerning CFM, visit us on the Web at www.cfmaeroengines.com or follow us on Twitter @CFM_engines.