Press release
GE Honda Aero Engines Celebrates 20 Years of Innovation and Growth in Light Jet Engine Market
Burlington, N.C. – October 14, 2025 – GE Honda Aero Engines today marked its 20th anniversary reflecting on two decades of progress while reinforcing its continued leadership in the light jet engine market.
Over the past two decades, the partnership between GE Aerospace and Honda Aero successfully developed, launched, and expanded the HF120 engine platform, delivering more than 500 engines and surpassing 550,000 total flight hours. Known for its class-leading power of 2,095 lbs. of thrust, the HF120 continues to prove its performance, dispatch reliability, and efficiency. Looking toward the future, GE Honda Aero Engines has also successfully tested its engine performance with 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a key step toward a more sustainable future for aviation.
The HF120’s growth is complemented by the steady expansion of a robust global service network. With 19 Authorized Service Provider (ASP) locations worldwide, operators benefit from shorter turnaround times, improved maintenance support, and the Engine Maintenance Care (EMC) program, which maximizes availability of service and reduces operating costs. This comprehensive support network has given customers confidence that the HF120 not only delivers exceptional performance in the air but also unmatched support on the ground.
Building on this momentum, GE Honda Aero Engines continues to set new standards in customer care with its highly sought-after Engine Maintenance Care (EMC) program. Widely recognized as one of the most comprehensive and customer-focused offerings in the industry, EMC provides operators with predictable maintenance costs, minimized downtime, and a proactive approach to engine health management. The program has become a benchmark in business aviation, delivering peace of mind and maximizing aircraft availability, advantages that have made EMC the trusted choice for owners and operators across the globe.
“Over our first two decades, we built and supported a proven, best-in-class engine platform for business aviation,” said Mel Solomon, President of GE Honda Aero Engines. “Our customers saw the HF120’s unique blend of power, fuel efficiency, and reliability backed by a global service structure that was there when they needed it. Looking forward, we see even greater opportunities to bring these strengths to new platforms, new manufacturers, and the emerging advanced air mobility market.”
As the aviation industry continues to demand more dependable, efficient, and sustainable propulsion solutions, the HF120 engine stands out as a proven performer. For aircraft manufacturers and operators planning for the future, GE Honda Aero Engines offers a compelling choice, delivering unmatched performance, a mature global service network, and the trusted reliability to power the next generation of light jets with confidence.
About GE Honda Aero Engines
GE Honda Aero Engines is a 50/50 joint venture between GE Aerospace and Honda Aero, based in Burlington, North Carolina. The company designs, produces, and supports the HF120 engine, which powers the HondaJet and has set new standards for performance and dependability in the light jet segment.
For more information, please visit www.gehonda.com.