17 June 2020: RUAG and Safran Helicopter Engines have extended their contract for the regular maintenance work of the fuel control units of Makila engine powering the Super Puma helicopter, for this year and next. RUAG does the regular maintenance checks for Super Puma helicopter and its components which are powered by the Makila 1A1 engines manufactured by Safran. As an OEM approved service centre, RUAG’s Lodrino site regularly processes fuel control units for Makila 1A1 engines.
“We appreciate the reliable and transparent cooperation with Safran Helicopter Engines,” explained Max Grob, Business Development Manager Propeller Aircraft & UAV, RUAG Ltd. “Such partnerships help us to continuously expand our know-how and ensure our performance and reliability towards the Swiss Air Force and other customers.”
RUAG is one of the leading service providers for the Super Puma helicopter type with clients like the Swiss Air Force, many foreign military units and civilian clients. With over 6 decades of experience RUAG does regular maintenance work on components thereby adding value to the safety and performance of the helicopters.
Due to the close and long-term relationship with various OEMs, RUAG guarantee a constant availability of resources to provide high-quality services.
