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Piper Aircraft names Troyes Aviation as Approved Service Center in France

Piper Aircraft names Troyes Aviation as Approved Service Center in France
Piper Aircraft Inc., headquartered in Vero Beach, Florida, offers aviators around the world efficient and reliable single and twin-engine aircraft.

Piper Aircraft, Inc. and its Authorized Piper Dealer, Flying Smart Aero, have appointed Troyes Aviation as the Approved Piper Service Center in France in their maintenance of the latest aircraft models, ongoing training for their staff. 

Piper Aircraft, Inc. and its Authorized Piper Dealer, Flying Smart Aero, have announced the appointment of Troyes Aviation as the Approved Piper Service Center in France. Founded in 1973 by Françoise Horiot and recently transferred to new ownership in 2023, Troyes Aviation is now a fully-owned subsidiary of JGH SAS, and operates as the sister company to JG AVIATION, the Authorized Pilatus Service Centre for France. This is a huge

Over the past five decades, Troyes Aviation has earned a stellar reputation for delivering impeccable service and demonstrating an innovative approach in leadership. This dedication ensures a competitive edge in the premium general aviation market. The management’s commitment to continuous innovation is evident in their maintenance of the latest aircraft models, ongoing training for their staff, and their dynamic, pragmatic, and human-centered operational approach, always prioritizing client satisfaction.


“Flying Smart is proud to add Troyes Aviation to our established network of approved service centers, covering France,” said David Fabry, Dealer Principal at Flying Smart.“With its convenient location and expertise, this will facilitate maintenance for the French Piper fleet from the Archer up to the new M700 FURY,” he further added.

Piper Aircraft Inc., headquartered in Vero Beach, Florida, offers aviators around the world efficient and reliable single and twin-engine aircraft. Notably, Piper is the first general aviation aircraft manufacturer to certify Garmin Autoland. The single-engine M-Class series, which includes the M700 FURY, M500, and M350, provides businesses and individuals with elegant performance, value, and a superior ownership experience. The Personal Class, featuring the Archer LX and Archer DLX, balances proven performance, efficiency, and simplicity in a piston-powered aircraft. Piper’s Trainer Class, comprising the Pilot 100i, Archer TX, Archer DX, and Seminole aircraft, represents the most complete and technically advanced line of pilot training aircraft globally. Piper is a member of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association.

“We are excited to grow our worldwide service provider network with the addition of Troyes Aviation. Our goal is to provide customers and owners with an exceptional ownership experience, ensuring they have the technical support and expertise needed to maintain their aircraft,” said Ron Gunnarson, VP of Sales, Marketing & Customer Support at Piper Aircraft. “We are always looking for ways to innovate and support customers around the globe, and are grateful to Flying Smart and David Fabry for forming this new service center partnership,” he further added. 

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This new partnership with Troyes Aviation strengthens Piper’s service network, ensuring that Piper aircraft owners in France have access to top-tier maintenance and support. The collaboration underscores Piper’s commitment to enhancing customer experience and operational excellence across the globe.