The CFM LEAP and the Pratt & Whitney GTF are two of the most common aircraft engines in use today, powering two of the world’s most popular narrowbody aircraft. Both are cutting-edge turbofan engines primarily designed for single-aisle aircraft, but they have some key differences in design, technology, and performance.
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