Safran Helicopter Engines has inaugurated a new dedicated facility in Germany for helicopter engine service and maintenance. The opening strengthens local MRO capabilities for critical military and police fleets.
This expansion directly supports the German Bundeswehr’s H145 fleet, powered by over 124 Arriel 2E engines under a Support-By-the-Hour contract extending to 2030. Safran will handle all maintenance, repair, and overhaul, ensuring high operational readiness for these Airbus helicopters.
The facility builds on Safran’s Hamburg-based operations, where Safran Helicopter Engines Germany already monitors 300 operators across Germany and Northern Europe. It also aligns with powering the German Federal Police’s new 38 H225 helicopters using Makila 2A engines.
Strategic location in Germany enhances proximity service for Safran’s global network of 15 sites and 44 distributors. The move bolsters Europe’s helicopter engine support amid growing demand from defense contracts and next-generation programs.
Key engine families like Arriel and Makila underpin Safran’s leadership in civil and military turboshaft production. This facility addresses rising MRO needs, reducing downtime for operators reliant on Safran powerplants.