Safran S.A., founded in 2005 through the merger of Snecma and Sagem, is a French multinational company headquartered in Paris, France. Safran operates in the aerospace, defense, and space markets, providing systems and equipment for aircraft, helicopters, and launch vehicles. Its product offerings include aircraft engines, landing gear, braking systems, avionics, and navigation systems. Safran is recognized for its commitment to innovation and has recently expanded its maintenance network to support the increasing demand for its LEAP engines, which power aircraft such as the Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX. The company advocates for European defense procurement, emphasizing the importance of supporting the regional supply chain.
The holiday season is almost here, bringing with it the busiest airports of the year. Unfortunately, this time of friends, family and festivities comes at a price.
Qatar Airways announced that it has ordered CFM International LEAP-1A engines to power its new fleet of 50 Airbus A321neo family aircraft, placing the largest A321neo order ever in the Middle East.
Safran and Aero Engine Corporation of China (AECC) have signed a memorandum of agreement to strengthen their industrial cooperation on the WZ16 French-Chinese helicopter engine.
Safran Nacelles today confirmed its Tier 1 supplier role for the complete nacelle on Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 turbofan engines that power Gulfstream Aviation's G700 business jet.