United Airlines Selects GE Aerospace GEnx Engines for New 787 Dreamliners

The deal includes 300 engines and makes United the largest GEnx operator in the world.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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GE Aerospace announced that United Airlines has selected 300 GEnx engines to power their new fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The agreement also includes additional spare engines and brings United Airlines' 787 fleet to more than 200 GEnx powered aircraft. This deal makes United the largest GEnx operator in the world.

Why it matters

The GEnx engine is known for its advanced materials, cutting-edge technologies, and high reliability, with a 99.98% dispatch rate. This deal solidifies the long-standing relationship between GE Aerospace and United Airlines, which began in 1968 and has seen United operate a wide range of GE Aerospace and CFM-powered aircraft.

The details

Under the new agreement, United Airlines will power its growing 787 Dreamliner fleet with 300 GEnx engines from GE Aerospace. The deal also includes additional spare engines, bringing United's total 787 fleet with GEnx power to over 200 aircraft. GE Aerospace's GEnx engine family is known for its durability, time on wing, and high reliability.

  • GE Aerospace and United Airlines have had a relationship dating back to 1968.

The players

GE Aerospace

A global aerospace propulsion, services, and systems leader with an installed base of approximately 50,000 commercial and 30,000 military aircraft engines.

United Airlines

A major U.S. airline that has selected 300 GEnx engines from GE Aerospace to power its new fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners.

Mohamed Ali

President & CEO of GE Aerospace Commercial Engines & Services.

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What they’re saying

“GE Aerospace has an enduring relationship with United that spans decades. This deal will make United the largest GEnx operator in the world, and we're honored they continue to choose us to power their success.”

— Mohamed Ali, President & CEO, GE Aerospace Commercial Engines & Services

The takeaway

This deal solidifies the long-standing partnership between GE Aerospace and United Airlines, making United the largest operator of GE's highly reliable and efficient GEnx engines powering its growing 787 Dreamliner fleet.