Local company celebrates aircraft/engine selection

“Lufthansa is known for its technical expertise, and this decision shows the confidence that the airline has in the GE9X engine and 777X aircraft combination,” David Joyce, president and chief executive of GE Aviation, said in the company’s statement. “GE Aviation is working closely with Boeing on the 777X, and we look forward to designing one of the best wide body aircraft offerings for our customers.”

GE Aviation, an operating unit of GE (NYSE: GE), is a provider of jet, turboprop and turboshaft engines, components and integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft.