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Safran to support New Zealand NH90 engines

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Safran Helicopter Engines has signed a contract with the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) to support the engines of its NH90 fleet operated by the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF). This Support-By-the-Hour-Military (SBH®) contract formalises a long-term Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) and services agreement supporting a total of 21 RTM 322 engines.

This contract will be managed by Safran Helicopter Engines Australia, in Sydney, which already supports more than 200 operators flying throughout the Pacific Islands (Papua New Guinea, French Polynesia), Australia and New Zealand.

Safran to support New Zealand NH90 engines
Safran to support New Zealand NH90 engines

Cédric Jochum, Safran Helicopter Engines Australia Managing Director said: “This SBH® marks a major milestone in the strong partnership that has been built over the last decade between the RNZAF and Safran Helicopter Engines Australia while supporting their engines”.

This contract demonstrates the relevance of the flight hour-based support model for RTM322-powered NH90 users. Today, 90 percent of RTM322 flight hours are covered by a Global Support Package (GSP) or SBH® flight hour-based support contract.

SBH® is Safran Helicopter Engines’ support-by-the-hour program for Military operators. It makes engine operating costs predictable, eliminates cash peaks, allows flexibility for scheduled and unscheduled MRO coverage. 

SBH® is part of EngineLife® Services, Safran’s range of solutions for helicopter engines.

 

Safran to support New Zealand NH90 engine
From left to right: - SQNLDR Rebecca Bunting, Resident RNZAF Officer in Australia, Contract Relationship Manager - Sébastien Jaulerry, Safran Helicopter Engines EVP Support and Services - Cedric Jochum, Safran Helicopter Engines Australia Managing Director - WGCDR Glen Graham, Resident RNZAF Officer in Australia, Air Adviser

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Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 76,800 employees and sales of 15.3 billion euros in 2021, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. 

Safran is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange and is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices.

Safran Helicopter Engines is the world’s leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.

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