LYNN, Mass. - GE's newest commercial turboshaft engine, the CT7-2E1, received its FAA Type Certification on June 12, paving the way for its role as powerplant for the twin-engine AgustaWestland AW189 helicopter. The CT7-2E1 engine is the latest civil-certified addition to the CT7/T700 family of engines, with a full authority digital electronic control (FADEC) system and state-of-the-art hot section for power and reliability. The first production-certified CT7-2E1 engines will be delivered to AgustaWestland in June.