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Safran and JAL have inked an SBH contract for the carrier's fleet of A350 aircraft © Airbus

Safran and JAL ink new SBH contract for JAL’s A350 fleet

Japan Airlines (JAL) and Safran have signed a comprehensive nine-year “Support By the Hour” (SBH) contract covering up to 35 Airbus A350-900 and A350-1000 aircraft. Services began on January 1, 2026. The agreement is a first of its kind, bringing together four Safran companies — Safran Landing Systems, Safran Electronics & Defense, Safran Electrical & […]

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PPS®X00 engine mounted on its test plate

Safran expands U.S. manufacturing for satellite propulsion systems

Safran Electronics & Defense is expanding its U.S. manufacturing capabilities to produce small satellite propulsion systems, addressing increasing demand in both commercial and defence sectors. Announced at the 2024 Small Satellite Conference in Logan, Utah, this initiative aims to support the North American small satellite market’s projected growth, expected to exceed US$5 billion by 2030.

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Safran has launched the Skyjacker counter-drone system © Safran

Safran launches Skyjacker counter-drone solution at Eurosatory 2024

At Eurosatory 2024, Safran Electronics & Defense announced the launch of its Skyjacker counter-drone solution. Skyjacker effectively addresses the growing threat posed by drones in battlespaces and at sensitive installations. Its strength lies in its unique spoofing capability, which alters a drone’s trajectory by simulating the GNSS signals that guide it to its target. Coupled

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