GE Aircraft Engines is the worlds leading manufacturer of military and commercial aircraft jet engines. The company produces and services large and small jet engines for airlines, charter and leasing companies and military aircraft. GE also supplies marine and industrial engines based on our successful jet engine designs and provides extensive aviation service. CFM International, a joint companyof GE and Snecma of France, is the leading supplier worldwide of mid-sized commercial engines. Russian carriers have operated GE engines since 1992. The company is working with Russian aerospace manufacturers on installation of GE engines on existing and new Russian airframes. A joint venture with Rybinsk Motors (Saturn) was set up in 1996. Its purpose is manufacturing and servicing of aircraft and industrial engines.