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GE Aerospace CT7-2E1 engines selected for Leonardo AW149 helicopters as UK advances New Medium Helicopter program
GE Aerospace's CT7-2E1 turboshaft engines were selected for Leonardo AW149 helicopters under the UK New Medium Helicopter programme. The AW149 will replace ageing Puma HC2, Bell 212, and Dauphin fleets. Engine selection is a key milestone in the £1 billion+ NMH programme. Production will support UK aerospace industrial base.