Engines
Safran Ramping Up Helicopter Engine Production
Plans call for delivery of more than 800 turboshaft engines
Safran Arriel 2W
As Safran ramps up production of legacy engine lines, it continues development of its new ones, including the Arriel 2W that will power the Robinson R88. © Safran Helicopter Engines

Buoyed by strong demand, Safran Helicopter Engines is targeting the delivery of more than 800 helicopter engines this year as it strives to ramp up production. While up 300 from three years ago, it is still shy of where the engine maker believes its production needs to be.

Speaking to reporters ahead of the European Rotors conference that was held this week, Safran Helicopter Engines CEO Cédric Goubet said the company is enjoying “continued and significant growth across all market segments,” despite the geopolitical challenges and continued supply chain concerns.