Ural Works of Civil Aviation to become a Repair and Overhaul facility for Turbomeca engines

Turbomeca (Safran) announced the signature of a MRO Licence Agreement with Ural Works of Civil Aviation (UWCA), paving the way for UWCA to become a Repair and Overhaul Facility in Russia for Turbomeca Arrius 2G1 and Ardiden 3G engines, powering Ka-226T and Ka-62 Helicopters respectively. Ural Works of Civil Aviation will be approved for performing the Repair & Overhaul and test of engines and accessories. Turbomeca will supply tools and spares, provide training, technical assistance and technical publications to UWCA. The authorization of Ural Works of Civil Aviation for MRO of Arrius2G1 is expected during the second half of 2015 with approval for Ardiden 3G MRO to come later on.