Safran obtains certification for Safran Arrano-1A in China

(Boursier.com) — On September 26, Saffron Helicopter Engines has received the Validated Type Certificate (VTC) for the Arrano 1A engine from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC). This is the second VTC obtained in China by Safran Helicopter Engines this year, after the Aneto-1K engine in May.

The Arrano 1A is the exclusive engine of Airbus Helicopters’ H160, a cutting-edge, mid-segment aircraft. It has been certified in Europe, the United States, Brazil, India and 11 other countries. The certification of the Arrano 1A in China will significantly promote the entry into service of the H160 in the Chinese market.

“The certification of the Arrano 1A in China demonstrates the total commitment of Safran Helicopter Engines and allows rapid entry into service of the H160 on the local market. Benefiting from a strong presence in China, our team will provide the best support services for the operation of this engine to GDAT, the launch customer of the H160 helicopter in China, as well as to all future operators. I am convinced that this engine, intended for varied missions such as oil and gas. , Samu or private and business aviation, will receive a warm welcome from the Chinese market,” declared Marc Delort, Managing Director of Safran Helicopter Engines.