GE Aerospace Invests $48M in Asheville, Boosting Jet Engine Production
By Jessica Chen | Published 2026-03-09T18:26:49.841Z
Business
Location: Asheville, NC, Buncombe County
GE Aerospace invests $48M in Asheville to boost jet engine production! Modernizing the plant & creating advanced manufacturing opportunities.
GE Aerospace is investing $48 million in its Asheville facility to increase production of Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) for jet engines. The investment aims to modernize the plant and create new opportunities in advanced manufacturing in the Asheville area.The investment is part of a broader $160 million commitment across North Carolina sites announced in early 2026. The funding will support equipment upgrades for CMC parts and advanced metal shaping. The Asheville plant, located in Buncombe
Keywords: GE Aerospace, Asheville, jet engines, Ceramic Matrix Composites, CMC, manufacturing, North Carolina, investment