HAECO’s Component Repair and Overhaul division will develop the capability to service the C919 evacuation slide and Safran Aerosystems will develop HAECO’s own repair capabilities.
HAECO Group has announced a significant agreement with Safran Aerosystems, a global leader in aviation systems specializing in aircraft and helicopter safety, fluid management, and fuel management. This agreement pertains to the maintenance of the evacuation slide on the C919 aircraft. HAECO Group’s comprehensive airframe maintenance capabilities are underpinned by their robust engineering expertise and longstanding partnerships with key Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). Their services encompass nose-to-tail base maintenance, which includes a wide range of essential tasks.
Under this groundbreaking collaboration, HAECO’s Component Repair and Overhaul (CRO) division has received authorization to develop the capability to service the C919 evacuation slide. As part of this partnership, Safran Aerosystems will provide support to HAECO by assisting in the development of HAECO’s own repair capability related to this product.
This assistance includes the supply of spare parts, sale of necessary tooling and test equipment, as well as training and technical documentation for performing maintenance services on the C919 evacuation slides. The license agreement covers the Asia Pacific region, including China, where the C919 aircraft has generated significant attention and demand.
Sandra Nieuwenhuijzen, Group Director of Component and Engine Services, HAECO said, “We are very pleased to partner with Safran Aerosystems and secure this license agreement for the C919 evacuation slide. This collaboration signifies a significant milestone for HAECO and showcases our dedication to expanding our capabilities in line with the evolving needs of the aviation market. We are proud to be at the forefront of innovation and look forward to delivering exceptional services to our customers.”
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This collaboration comes after HAECO entered into a licensing agreement with Safran Aerosystems for the A350 evacuation slide in 2022. The development for this project was completed in early 2023 and is currently in full operation. With this latest partnership with Safran Aerosystems, HAECO will further solidify its position as a leading MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) provider in the region. It underscores HAECO’s ongoing dedication to delivering exceptional support and solutions to the aviation industry.
