Safran Helicopter Engines has signed a contract with Yellowhead Helicopters to support Arriel powering its AS350 and H125 fleets. This Support-By-the-Hour (SBH®) contract formalises a long-term MRO and services agreement supporting 21 engines.
The contract will be managed by Safran Helicopter Engines Canada, in Mirabel, Quebec, which provides North American customers with support services for the Arriel and Arrius engines as well as repair and overhaul of engines, modules and accessories. With this service solution, Safran will support Yellowhead Helicopters in its mission for the forestry, mining, oil and gas, utility and tourism industries.
CEO and Accountable Executive Yellowhead Helicopters, Jacob Forman said: “This partnership has grown over the past ten years. Within Yellowhead Helicopters, Safran Helicopter Engines Canada team is recognised as a top-tier partner providing exceptional support and service, intregal in the continued growth and success of our company”.
SBH® is Safran Helicopter Engines’ support-by-the-hour programme. It makes engine operating costs predictable, eliminates cash peaks and allows flexibility for scheduled and unscheduled MRO coverage.
