Turbomeca Plans Expansion of Capabilities in Region

Turbomeca, which powers nearly all Eurocopter helicopters, plans a major expansion of its repair and overhaul capabilities in South America, it was announced here at FIDAE.

Next month will see the addition of a repair center for Arriel 1 engines to its Turbomeca do Brasil subsidiary, and in June it plans to open a heavy maintenance center here in Chile.

The company estimates 160 of its engines are in service in Chile, and nearly 700 in Brazil.

It is showing mockups of its Arrius 2, Arriel 2 and Makila engines here at FIDAE (on the Snecma exhibit, Hall B, Stand 38). The Arrius 2 powers the EC 120 and 135 helicopters, the Arriel the popular Ecureuil, and the Makil the Super Puma.