The CF6, based on the TF39, the first high-thrust, high-bypass jet engine, has been used in a wide variety of airliners, but has been superseded by the GEnx in newer airliners.

GE Aerospace's CF6 engine family powers nearly 70 percent of the world's widebody aircraft. The CF6 is the leading engine of choice for new and conversion widebody freighters due to its proven …

Mar 23, 2025 · The General Electric CF6 family of high-bypass turbofan engines stands out as one of the most successful widebody engines ever developed. Even though it was first developed in the late …

Mar 3, 2025 · Discover the remarkable CF6 engine, a masterpiece of aviation engineering that has revolutionized commercial flight. With over 8,500 units produced, this turbofan engine series …

Feb 21, 2025 · The CF6 engine family distinguishes itself through exceptional power delivery and technological sophistication. Its high-bypass turbofan design delivers thrust capabilities ranging from …

The CF6, a two-shaft turbofan engine from GE Aerospace, is designed for medium- and long-haul widebody aircraft produced by Airbus and Boeing. MTU has been a key risk- and revenue-sharing …

Aug 28, 2025 · The CF6 is a family of high-bypass turbofan engines that was developed at the end of the 1960s. With the launch of the program, General Electric made its entry into the commercial …

This was GE's first major turbofan engine for commercial aviation, and was derived from the company's large TF-39 turbofan that powered the Lockheed C-5A. FAA certification was obtained in September …

The CF6-80C2 is used across a range of operations, with average engine flight cycle (EFC) times varying from one hour to nine or 10 hours. A few operators, such as Air New Zealand and Qantas, …

The CF6-50 series are high-bypass turbofan engines rated between 51,000 and 54,000 lb (227.41 to 240.79 kN, or '25 tons') of thrust. The CF6-50 was developed into the LM5000 industrial turboshaft …