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GE completes testing of Block 60 engine

October 27, 2003 (by Lieven Dewitte) - GE Aircraft Engines has formally completed all qualification testing of its higher-thrust F110 fighter engine, the F110-GE-132, for the Lockheed Martin block 60 F-16C/D aircraft.
The U.S. Air Force agreed with GEAE's recommendation that the engine has concluded all qualification activities, clearing the way for the engine to enter operational service on the block 60 F-16 aircraft.

According to GEAE, the feedback from their customers and the test pilots has been extremely positive. They are confident the engine will continue to perform well in upcoming tests.

The F110-GE-132 engine was launched in 2000 with its selection by the United Arab Emirates for 80 Block 60 F-16C/D aircraft. Flight tests of the Block 60 F-16 aircraft are due later this year.