Engine Directory - Engine Specification
CFM International - CFM56
Development of a new commercial turbofan in the 20000 lb thrust class began in 1968, with GE and SNECMA working on their own designs (the GE13 and M56,respectively). The CFM joint venture was created in 1974.The first run of a CFM56 was on 20 June 1974.
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| Category: | Turbofan | |
| Max thrust: | 33900 lb | |
Engine emission data from the ICAO Engine Exhaust Emissions Data Bank. | ||
