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.
Ascendance has just announced that it has selected ENGINeUS, the first EASA-certified electric motor, developed by Safran Electrical & Power, for the prototype flying ATEA, its hybrid-electric vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft.
The Geonyx INS, leveraging Safran’s HRG Crystal technology, is designed for precise navigation, targeting, and artillery pointing even in GNSS1-denied environments.
Safran DSI will provide a comprehensive end-to-end solution, utilizing cutting-edge technology to ensure precise data acquisition, recording, and analysis for the aircraft.
Safran Electrical & Power achieves EASA certification for its ENGINeUS 100 motor, a compact and lightweight electric propulsion system delivering maximum power of 125 kW, with an unrivalled weight-to-power ratio of 5 kW/kg.
Since its maiden flight, EcoPulse accumulated 100 flight hours and performed some 50 test flights with the distributed hybrid propulsion system, the last of which took place in July 2024.
The PASEO Joint Fires solution provides the long-range Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, & Reconnaissance sensor for the Redback IFV supplied by Hanwha to the ADF under the LAND 400 Phase 3 project.
SAFHAL, a joint venture between Safran Helicopter Engines SAS and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, marks a significant milestone in India's aerospace and defense sector.
This strategic initiative, announced during the 2024 Small Satellite Conference in Logan, Utah, will support the projected growth of the North American small satellite market.