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Safran is investing in its global MRO network with the construction of a state-of-the-art "Module Factory" at Brussels Airport. The 11,000+ square meter facility, set to open in mid-2027, will focus on LEAP engine module maintenance and boost capacity to 1,200 shop visits annually by 2028. The facility will create 220 new jobs, bringing the total workforce to 570. It will feature advanced automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies, and operate on 100% renewable energy, making it a carbon-neutral site with solar panels and circular heating systems. Arnaud Feist Nicolas Potier Bénédicte BONNET Franck BERGAMASCO Christophe Poulain Jean-Hugues COUSIN Sandrine Lacorre Jorge Salvador Ramirez Ramos France Crouilbois Frédéric Thomas Saad JEMAL Yannick Courtot Denis Diogo Benjamin Nowaczyk Jean Claude Delen Sam Quintelier Jose R. Duro Alexane Allinckx Aline Alsteens Samuel Speltdoorn Erik Varwijk Jan Van de Reyd Christel Vandenhouten #Safran #MRO #aircraftengines #LEAPengines #aircraftmaintenance #sustainability #greenaviation #renewableenergy #mrofacility #futureofaviation #BrusselsAirport #aerospaceengineering #mroservices #mronetwork #aviationgrowth #newfacility #enginemaintenance #technology #innovation #mrobt #mrobtnews Read the full story here 👉: https://lnkd.in/dptgJm2C

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[#PressRelease] At #EuropeanRotors24 Safran Helicopter Engines and Milestone Aviation have signed a framework agreement to simplify the transition of Safran-powered aircraft between lessees and ensure Milestone has access to best-in-class asset management services. As part of the agreement, Milestone will continue to promote Safran’s Support-by-the-Hour program to its lessees, which protects residual value, controls engine maintenance costs, eliminates cash peaks and offers a wide variety of technical expertise options. Cédric Goubet, CEO of Safran Helicopter Engines, said: “We are delighted with this increasingly solid relationship with Milestone, a major lessor in the helicopter industry. This agreement will streamline the transfer of helicopters, bring a great deal of added value to Milestone’s activities and support their Safran-powered fleet, as well as reinforce our by-the-hour services in direct support of the end-users.” #EuropeanRotors24 #SafranHelicopterEngines #SafranOnBoard

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[#PressRelease 📢] During Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to France, and in the presence of Safran CEO Olivier Andriès and #GDAT Group Chairman Peter Jiang, Safran Helicopter Engines has signed support-by-the-hour contracts with GDAT, to support the #Makila engines powering its fleet of Airbus #H225 helicopters, as well as the #Arrano engines powering GD Helicopter Finance (GDHF) #H160 helicopters to be operated by GDAT, which will shortly enter service. These two SBH®*-type contracts cover in-service support and #MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) for 140 Arrano 1A and Makila 2A1 engines.

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Aviation Energy and Decarbonization - on YouTube The Plenary Lecture on Aviation Energy and Decarbonization that I gave to the ICAS meeting on September 9 is now available online - https://lnkd.in/eN-N9wam. As I posted last week, I had the honor of giving a plenary lecture to the 34th Congress of the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences (ICAS) in Florence, Italy. In it, I used the Boeing Cascade Climate Impact Model (https://lnkd.in/efvvBdMM) to examine different paths aviation could take to get to net zero. I start the lecture with a summary of the challenges facing aviation in terms of reducing climate impacts. The aviation industry is utilizing a decarbonization strategy based on better airplanes, more efficient operations, sustainable energy, and offsets and removals. The majority of the lecture is focused on sustainable energy as efficiency alone cannot get us to zero. This is in spite of the fact that today's fleet of aircraft is as efficient as a modern hybrid electric car (58 passenger-miles per gallon in 2019), and we are doing much to get to 100 passenger-miles per gallon by 2050. The portion of the lecture on sustainable energy starts with conventional jet fuel as it is a critical component of the safe, reliable, and efficient global air transport system we have today. I then discuss the promise of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) along with the challenges we are facing in scaling them up. When thinking about SAF, it is important to consider the different types of SAF. I categorize SAF based on four broad feedstock types to better understand where we are today and the potential to achieve substantial growth in the future. I also discuss efforts in Boeing to enable the use of 100% SAF and the importance of aromatic compounds. I then consider electricity and hydrogen as aviation fuels. Batteries could power aviation over relatively short distances thus helping to decarbonize urban and regional aviation. Hydrogen has long been of interest as an aviation fuel with efforts focused on overcoming challenges from the aircraft design perspective. In this lecture, I discuss some of the challenges that need to be overcome from infrastructure and geopolitical perspectives. I conclude the lecture with the work we are doing in Boeing to address the climate impacts of persistent contrails. The key message in my lecture is that aviation decarbonization requires us to solve a system of systems problem that goes well beyond aerospace. It's a challenging problem that requires experts coming together from a wide range of disciplines covering aerospace, energy, infrastructure, policy, among many others. I also used the lecture as an opportunity to highlight the future direction of Cascade. I would also like to thank the incredible team that helped assemble the lecture - Neil Titchener, Bridget Boland, Jamie Abel, Addison Salzman, and Ellen E. Curious to hear what others think.

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LYTE Aviation has announced its partnership with Toulouse-based H3 Dynamics to equip its innovative 40-seater VTOL aircraft with advanced hydrogen-electric fuel cell propulsion systems. This strategic collaboration aims to pioneer the next generation of sustainable, long-range electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. LYTE Aviation, known for its cutting-edge SkyBus LA-44, is spearheading the industry's move towards heavy-weight passenger mass transit eVTOLs. With this new partnership, LYTE is also investing in H3 Dynamics’ self-contained electrolyzer systems to ensure a reliable and competitive hydrogen fuel supply at its airport destinations. This move supports the company's vision of establishing a robust hydrogen infrastructure to facilitate seamless operations for its hydrogen-powered aircraft. Read the full story - https://lnkd.in/gKxDYB9A #drone #drones #uav #aviation #aerospace #evtols #hydrogenmobility #cleanenergy #cleanfuel #zeroemissions #greenenergy #h2 #hydrogeneconomy #hydrogenpower

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[#PressRelease 📢] Safran Helicopter Engines and MTU Aero Engines signed the cooperation agreement to create the 50/50 joint venture #EURA (derived from EUropean Military #Rotorcraft Engine Alliance). This newly-created company will form the core of a larger program, which will collaborate with industrial and technological partners from several other #European nations. With the creation of EURA, the two companies are taking a further important step towards the joint development of a new 100% European engine for the next generation of European military #helicopters. #EURA is : ✔️ Development of a new heavy helicopter engine to power the next generation of European military helicopters ✔️ Development of new technologies such as hybrid-electric propulsion and high-temperature materials ✔️ A guarantee of European sovereignty and the strengthening of European high-tech supply chain Complete press release ➡️ https://ow.ly/UrwU50SpMQe #ENGRT #Sovereignty #EuropeanSovereignty

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Aerospace Industry and Innovation Day ✈️ International Civil Aviation Organization's European and North Atlantic office brought together 35 of its Directors General of Civil Aviation in Toulouse this week, and ATR proudly represented the vibrant spirit of regional aviation. Hosted by Airbus and GIFAS - Groupement des Industries Françaises Aéronautiques et Spatiales, the Aerospace Industry and Innovation Day aimed to foster knowledge sharing and discussions on the latest advancements in the industry, with a special focus on decarbonisation. Our CEO, Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, conveyed ATR's pioneering vision, emphasizing our commitment to #innovation, industry transformation, and reimagining the way we travel. Our goal is clear: to ensure a promising future for generations to come. ✔️ ATRs are not concepts but a proven reality! The ATR -600 series, with an impressive track record of 36 million flight hours, stands as the regional aircraft with the lowest emissions on the market today, emitting a remarkable 45% less CO2 than regional jets of similar size. It has become the preferred choice for airlines, communities, and economies seeking responsible connectivity. ✔️ Imagine the impact: Replacing all regional jets currently operating in Europe on routes below 500NM with ATRs would result in a colossal 33% reduction in CO2 emissions. ✔️ As we strive to be 100% SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) ready by next year, we are also actively exploring a more disruptive aircraft concept—the ATR EVO. This medium-term solution aims to significantly reduce emissions in regional aviation without compromising on accessibility and versatility, which are indispensable to the communities relying on our aircraft. Join us on our innovation journey and discover how ATR is shaping the future of low-emission aviation 👉 https://lnkd.in/eqEd_JGZ

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👉 🇮🇹This week at #ICAS2024, I had the pleasure of moderating a panel discussion on aircraft concepts and demonstrators contributing to shape the future of a carbon neutral aviation. During this session, Karim MOKADDEM and Glenn Llewellyn from Airbus Aircraft and Gabriele Teofili from ZeroAvia presented concepts and technologies for potential applications to regional or short-medium range aircraft segments and expected benefits (in terms of delta fuel burn, reduced non-CO2 emissions, etc.) to have a measurable impact on future commercial aviation. They presented aircraft concepts powered either with Sustainable Aviation Fuels or Hydrogen and the associated challenges (production, cost, infrastructure). Below are quotes and takeaways from panel participants, who also turn out to be Clean Aviation members: 1️⃣ Karim MOKADDEM, HO Airbus Commercial Research & Technology, Airbus Aircraft: "The next generation of short- and medium-range aircraft will probably be... a completely new aircraft. It will fly with new #engines #wing technologies delivering an improved performance, will use 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) and will include a certain level of electrification among other innovations. The challenge now is the #integration of these new technologies and their interdependencies. In other words, we must work out how these new technologies will interact with one another." 2️⃣ Glenn Llewellyn, Head of ZEROe Pre-Programme Airbus Aircraft: "While we continue studying hydrogen aircraft technologies, our work is currently focused on the maturation of fuel cell technologies and the development of liquid storage devices in preparation of future validation in flight. Also, non-CO2 effects emitted by hydrogen-powered engines are another area where we do a lot of #testing, mainly because there are very few data available on hydrogen contrails." 3️⃣ Gabriele Teofili, Managing Director UK ZeroAvia: "We are developing engines that run on #hydrogen to generate electricity and power aircraft without #emissions. For us, hydrogen-electric technology is THE long-term solution. We completed our 13th flight test in July! An essential step towards #certification." Clean Aviation pursues the objectives to integrate and demonstrate technological innovations such as the ones presented during this panel to decrease net-greenhouse gas emissions down to a minimum of 86% thanks to an improved efficiency of no less than 30% from aircraft technological innovations at aircraft level and the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels and Hydrogen. The revised Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda recently adopted by the Governing Board of Clean Aviation outlines the approach to ensure that the technological industrial readiness of innovations achieved by 2030 (up to TRL 6) can support the launch of disruptive new products and services for an entry into service by 2035.   👏 Thanks a lot for these very forward-looking discussions.

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#Aerospace in Région Pays de la Loire ? I get often the question ... but yes, even being less iconic and not spontaneously identified as Aerospace ecosystems as are the regions of Toulouse or Hamburg, a strong Aerospace industry exist in the region PDL, where industrial expertises are also fueled and cross-fertilised from other leading industries, such as the Naval Ship building, Marine Renewable Energy, etc. To fulfil the industry high-demanding expertise, numerous engineering schools and innovation hubs are completing this regional picture, while the region is also very attractive from quality of life and national / international connections point of views ... For those interested, please have a look at the attached infographic, rapidly made out of a great leaflet issued June 2023 by the regional trade agency, Solutions&co (ie most probably for the International Paris Air Show, last year) Btw, for english readers, I will seek if an English version exist ... The link is also indicated as 1rst comment Poke and thanks to Gonzague MANNESSIER, Sophie Riand and their colleagues ... Hicham Benaziz, Eric GRELIER / Samia Soultani, Laure Michaud, Jean-François REYNOUARD, Neopolia / Neopolia Aerospace Cluster, Pôle EMC2, ...

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Safran Helicopter Engines and MTU Aero Engines have signed the cooperation agreement to create the 50/50 joint venture EURA (derived from EUropean Military Rotorcraft Engine Alliance). This newly-created company will form the core of a larger program, which will collaborate with industrial and technological partners from several other European nations. With the creation of EURA, the two companies are taking a further important step towards the joint development of a new 100% European engine for the next generation of European military helicopters.  Safran MTU Aero Engines Cédric Goubet Michael Schreyögg https://lnkd.in/eg63gF3c #aviation #AviationNews #50skyshades #DailyNews #creation #EURA #JointVenture #power #next #generation #European #military #helicopters #development #engine  #entity #based #Bordes

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⭐🚀 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐲: 𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬 Last week saw the first launch of the Ariane 6 rocket. This launch is an opportunity to showcase Europe's skills in the aerospace sector and, more specifically, to highlight the importance of the aerospace sector for the Normandy region, and its contribution to the Ariane 6 rocket. 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐲: 𝐚 𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 Normandy is a leading player in the aerospace, aeronautics, defence and security sectors. The NAE (Normandie AeroEspace) cluster supports the region's performance, which brings together the major players in the industry and encourages the development of forward-looking projects. Key highlights of Normandy's Aerospace Sector: ✅3rd region for aeronautics, space, defence and security ✅218 companies ✅21,500 employees ✅4.1 billion euros in GDP Moreover, the region is the leading producer of Ariane rocket engines, thanks to its site at Vernon. This facility is not only a production centre, but also a centre for education and professional development. The CAMPUS DE L'ESPACE fosters collaboration between training institutions and the aerospace industry, ensuring a skilled workforce for the future. Visit our website for more information: https://swll.to/79w7W8Q #aerospace, #innovation, #space, #technology ADNormandie, Région Normandie

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If you want to have a fun view of the progress of our welding process, do not hesitate to read the posts of Lucie Nguyen, Thomas Wirtz. #KVE #DAHER #EXPERTS #WELDING

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Innovations in #Aircraft manufacturing ✈️: An international consortium led by Airbus is at the forefront of revolutionizing production technologies for the thermoplastic fuselage of tomorrow. As part of the EU's Clean Sky 2 initiative, the “Multifunctional Fuselage Demonstrator” (MFFD) project showcases groundbreaking work by the Fraunhofer IWS team under Dr. Maurice Langer. They have successfully used a CO2 #Laser beam ⚡️ source to weld long joining seams on large thermoplastic aircraft fiber composite structures outside of an autoclave for the first time globally. This milestone represents a significant step towards new ecological aircraft construction concepts.   Their automated CONTIjoin process joins the upper and lower halves of the world's largest CFRTP aircraft fuselage segment. This innovation not only reduces labor – eliminating the need for drilling and riveting – but also achieves massive reductions in weight, material, and time. These advancements promise faster, more eco-friendly, and competitive production of future commercial aircraft 📈.   Another key technology component is the “ESL2-100 module,” also developed in-house at Fraunhofer IWS. Peter Rauscher highlights, “This enables us to process a wide variety of sensor signals and implement corresponding control algorithms derived from them.”   👉🏼 Explore the latest aviation news by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/eASyG_fF   Kudos to all project partners 💐! This remarkable project is paving the way for more sustainable aircraft in the future. Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Fraunhofer IFAM Fraunhofer AVIATION & SPACE Clean Aviation Ralf Herrmann Simon Kothe Piet Woelcken Airbus Aircraft #LightAtWork #Aerospace #Aviation Copyright image: © Clean Aviation / Fraunhofer IWS

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40 Years of Collaboration Between ArianeGroup and INTES At this year’s PERMAS User Meeting, Mr. Benoit Petitjean of ArianeGroup delivered a captivating keynote titled “From Ariane 4 to Ariane 6: Dynamics with PERMAS.”  His talk recounted the remarkable 40-year partnership between the two organizations that most people don’t know. In chronological order, Mr. Petitjean highlighted the many technical advancements in PERMAS as the results of the collaboration, despite ArianeGroup underwent several organizational and name changes over the years. Today, PERMAS is one of the key systems for simulating launch vehicle dynamics at ArianeGroup. Curious to learn more? Drop us a note to receive a copy of the presentation in PDF! #ArianeGroup #INTES #SpaceLauncher #Rocket #StructureDynamics #FiniteElement #PERMAS

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[Dragonfly Aerospace Unveils Advanced TRL 9 COTS and ITAR-Free Space Components] Dragonfly Aerospace has announced the launch of its latest range of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and ITAR-Free space components. According to the press release, these cutting-edge components have achieved Technology Readiness Level 9 (TRL 9), indicating their proven reliability and performance in the most demanding space environments. Dragonfly Aerospace’s new line-up of space components is designed to focus on quality and precision, adhering to the rigorous standards set by the European Space Agency’s ECSS. Furthermore, this commitment to excellence ensures that these components meet the requirements for mission success, offering reliable and versatile solutions for the global space industry. Marcello Bartolini, Head of Engineering at Dragonfly Aerospace, expressed his enthusiasm for the new products: “We are thrilled to introduce our new line of space components. “Our team has worked tirelessly to create components that meet and exceed modern space missions’ stringent requirements. Adhering to the highest quality standards enables our customers to achieve mission success with greater confidence.” Dragonfly Aerospace’s TRL 9 components are now available for integration into various space missions. These robust and dependable solutions are ideal for satellite manufacturers and space agencies looking to achieve mission success without the constraints of ITAR regulations. Therefore, by providing cutting-edge technology with proven reliability, Dragonfly Aerospace continues to lead the way in the global space industry, enabling successful and innovative missions worldwide. Source: https://lnkd.in/eXsbhvxb #galaxyaerosgh #space #spaceexploration #SpaceNews

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Meet ENLIGHTEN partners: Aerospace Propulsion Products (APP) ArianeGroup is developing and producing highly reliable and cost-efficient ignition systems 🚀 APP brings powerful igniters for solid #rocket motors as well as sophisticated ignition systems for liquid rocket engines and gas generators. Discover more at: https://lnkd.in/d9NFBM5H #Spacepropulsion #AdditiveManufacturing #spacetech #newspace #Launchers #Spacetransportationsystems #HorizonEU

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We’re thrilled to open a new chapter in our collaboration with Safran, with the signing of an agreement to expand Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels. This project underscores Brussels Airport’s role as a trusted partner, delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and tailored services for our logistics community. 🤝 Building on the success of the LEAP engine maintenance workplace, inaugurated in June, this agreement paves the way for the construction of a brand-new 11,000 m² industrial building dedicated to module maintenance. With an opening planned mid-2027, this Module Factory will not only feature cutting-edge and sustainable facilities but also drive local job creation, with a recruitment plan for 220 new employees - bringing the site’s total workforce to 570 upon launch. With this new development, we are addressing the industry’s growing demands while fostering economic growth locally and globally. 🌍✈ More info: https://lnkd.in/gvXm89s8

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