United States, Nov. 24 -- GE Aerospace announced a nearly $53M investment to purchase new equipment and expand its West Jefferson facility by over 35,000 square feet to boost capacity for in-demand narrowbody aircraft engines. The project will create more than 40 new jobs at the site and bolster North Carolina's role as a cornerstone in building the future of flight. The $53M investment is over three years. A grant of $100,000 from the One North Carolina Fund will support the company's expansion efforts. GE Aerospace and its technology power three of every four commercial flights and two of three U.S. military combat aircraft and helicopters. The West Jefferson site produces some of the most critical parts used in CFM LEAP engines, includin...