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GE Makes Jet Engine Fan Blades From Carbon Fiber Composite

EVENDALE, OH—GE is utilizing a next-generation carbon fiber composite for the fan blades that will debut in the GE9X jet engine, which will drive Boeing’s upcoming 777X passenger aircraft. MORE

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