The Future of Flight at GE Aerospace: Advancing Safety, Efficiency, and Durability

8 December 2025

How are new technologies transforming the Future of Flight? From advanced propulsion systems to enhanced passenger experiences, the aviation sector is undergoing its most exciting and profound transformation in decades. GE Aerospace, a leading provider of commercial jet engines today, is channeling significant expertise and resources into designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge technologies to increase engine efficiency and performance and reshape the Future of Flight. GE Aerospace shared their insights on their technology portfolio and the capabilities they are building to address key challenges like safety, efficiency, and durability.

The Branch were honoured to have Jeff Shaknaitis is the Future of Flight Airline Leader at GE Aerospace. With a background in engineering, Jeff has more than a decade of experience working closely with GE Aerospace’s airline customers. In recent years, Jeff has played a key role engaging with the industry on future propulsion technologies, sustainable aviation fuel, and other sustainability priorities. His particular focus is on aligning with airlines and lessors globally on GE Aerospace and CFM's RISE technology development program to shape future engine product strategy.