Turkish Airlines and CFM International sign memorandum for over 600 LEAP‑1B engines

Turkish Airlines and CFM International signed a memorandum covering more than 600 LEAP‑1B engines, including 100 firm orders and 50 options for Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

The agreement provides for the purchase of over 300 LEAP‑1B engines for spare parts linked to the firm and option orders, a long‑term service arrangement for engines on board, spares, leased aircraft and options, and the supply of parts to Turkish Technic to support an MRO workshop; Turkish Airlines currently operates 79 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft and, according to one source, 96 Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft.