Virgin Australia signs TrueChoice Overhaul agreement with GE for CFM56-7B engines

Virgin Australia has signed a 10-year TrueChoice Overhaul Agreement with GE Aerospace for the service of its CFM56-7B engines, which power its fleet of Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft. The airline currently operates 78 737 NG aircraft, with plans to extend to 84 aircraft through 2023. Virgin Australia Chief Operations Officer Stuart Aggs said: “The agreement demonstrated the company’s commitment to its B737 fleet for the long term. Not only will this agreement ensure Virgin Australia’s access to world-class engine maintenance expertise, but it will deliver significant efficiencies to the airline. This agreement is another example of our ongoing commitment