19 October 2025

GE Aerospace Selects AerCap to Provide Lease Pool Management Services for GE9X Engine

GE Aerospace has signed a seven-year agreement with AerCap to manage lease pool services for the GE9X engine, extending their long-standing partnership across multiple GE engine platforms.

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GE Aerospace Selects AerCap to Provide Lease Pool Management Services for GE9X Engine

Why this article matters
- Improved Fleet Reliability and Uptime
  For airlines and lessors operating or planning to acquire Boeing 777X aircraft, AerCap’s lease pool management ensures rapid access to spare GE9X engines and maintenance support. This reduces aircraft-on-ground (AOG) time and enhances operational continuity, which is vital for maintaining tight long-haul schedules and minimising disruption costs.
- Predictable Maintenance and Cost Efficiency
  The agreement introduces structured, professional oversight of GE9X engine leasing, returns, and shop visits. Operators benefit from optimised asset utilisation, predictable maintenance cycles, and reduced capital exposure, which is a key advantage in high-value, next-generation engine programmes.
- Strategic Aftermarket and MRO Expansion
  For MRO providers and suppliers, the deal signals expanded service opportunities within GE Aerospace’s global maintenance network. It reinforces AerCap’s growing role as a key aftermarket intermediary, while GE Aerospace invests in tooling, training, and diagnostic capabilities for the GE9X platform.
- Alignment with Industry Sustainability Goals
  The GE9X engine delivers a 10% improvement in fuel efficiency over the GE90, lower emissions, and compatibility with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). For operators, this supports compliance with emerging carbon reduction frameworks and positions fleets for long-term sustainability and cost savings.
- Market Implications for Lessors and OEMs
  The partnership reflects the growing integration between engine OEMs and major lessors in aftermarket support models. It underscores a trend toward shared lifecycle management, combining technical expertise with financial flexibility, shaping how modern fleets are serviced and financed globally.

GE Aerospace has announced that it has signed a seven-year agreement with AerCap Holdings to provide lease pool management services for the GE9X engine. The agreement also extends AerCap’s ongoing lease pool support for GEnx, GE90, CF6 and CF34 engines.