“Safran and AOI Unite to Enhance Larzac Engine Maintenance in Egypt”
During the Egypt International Airshow, the Egyptian entity Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) has received a supplier certification from the esteemed French aircraft engine manufacturer Safran Aircraft Engines. This certification follows the establishment of a partnership agreement in December 2023 aimed at the maintenance, repair, and enhancement of the Larzac engine. With this endorsement, AOI evolves into a globally recognized and authorized establishment to support the engines of the Alpha Jet training and lightweight assault aircraft. This operation will be carried out in a cutting-edge engine workshop located in Helwan (Egypt), employing 30 skilled personnel.
“It is a distinguished privilege to mark today the inauguration of the Larzac engine overhaul line certified by Safran Aircraft Engines at the AOI Engine Factory as the sole internationally sanctioned supplier,” expressed Mokhtar Abdel Latif, chairman of AOI. “This milestone adds to the remarkable history of the Arab Organization for Industrialization, and we look forward to further strengthening our collaboration with Safran to establish an outstanding industrial foundation that serves our customers.”
“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the Arab Organization for Industrialization as an accredited Safran Aircraft Engines authorized MRO facility,” highlighted Christophe Bruneau, Vice President, Military Engines, Safran Aircraft Engines. We share a common commitment to excellence, and AOI’s engine workshop meets our strict quality standards. This noteworthy progress with the Egyptian industry fosters additional partnerships in aerospace and defense.
Following successful assessments conducted by Safran Aircraft Engines experts at the AOI site, the Egyptian manufacturer has been granted an authorized licensing certificate for 10 years to perform repair and overhaul operations for all global clients of the Larzac engine. This agreement includes all engine variations, accounting for a worldwide fleet of up to 280 Larzac engines.
