Safran DSI Secures Contract with Bell Textron to Deliver Flight Testing Solutions and Antennas for U.S. Army's Future Long Range Assault Aircraft

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Safran Defense & Space (SAFRY) has secured a contract from Bell Textron to provide flight testing solutions for six aircraft under the U.S. Army's Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program. The company will deliver comprehensive onboard and ground testing solutions, focusing on data acquisition, recording, and analysis capabilities.

The FLRAA program, developed by Bell, features a tiltrotor aircraft combining helicopter-like vertical takeoff and landing capabilities with twin-turboprop aircraft speed and range. This development is important for the Army's future air mobility strategy.

Safran, a global high-technology group with €27.3 billion in sales (2024) and 100,000 employees, operates in aviation, defense, and space markets. The company maintains leadership positions in its core markets and is listed on Euronext Paris as part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices.

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• Secured new military contract for flight testing solutions with Bell Textron
• Contract covers six aircraft in strategic U.S. Army FLRAA program
• Demonstrates strong position in military aviation testing market
• Reports robust annual sales of €27.3 billion in 2024

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NORCROSS, Ga., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. Company, to deliver comprehensive onboard and ground flight testing solutions for six aircraft under the U.S. Army's Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program. This marks a significant milestone in the development of next-generation vertical lift capabilities.

Safran DSI will provide a comprehensive end-to-end solution, utilizing cutting-edge technology to ensure precise data acquisition, recording, and analysis for the aircraft.

"FLRAA is a key development in the U.S. Army's modernization efforts, and we are excited to contribute to this mission with our advanced flight-testing solutions," said Andrei Gugiu, EVP Aerospace Instrumentation & Mission Systems for Testing & Telemetry. "This contract underscores the dedication and expertise of our team in delivering reliable, mission-critical technologies for the U.S. government."

FLRAA is designed to revolutionize the Army's vertical lift capabilities. Developed by Bell, FLRAA is a tiltrotor aircraft that combines the vertical takeoff and landing capabilities of a helicopter with the speed and range of a twin-turboprop aircraft. The aircraft is expected to serve as a critical element in the Army's future air mobility strategy.

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange and is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices.

Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI) is a leading provider of cutting-edge solutions designed to address the evolving challenges of national defense and advanced space missions. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Safran DSI operates through specialized business units in Optronics, Space Solutions, Testing & Telemetry, Geospatial Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT). Safran DSI leverages its parent company's innovative technologies and global resources to deliver unparalleled solutions across air, land, sea, and space domains.

For more information: www.safran-group.com / http://www.safran-dsi.com

This material is based upon work supported by the Army Contracting Command - Redstone Arsenal under Contract No. W58RGZ-23-C-0001. Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Army Contracting Command - Redstone Arsenal.

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FAQ

What is the value of Safran's (SAFRY) contract with Bell Textron for FLRAA testing?

The press release does not disclose the specific contract value for the FLRAA testing solutions.

How many aircraft will Safran (SAFRY) provide testing solutions for under the FLRAA contract?

Safran will provide testing solutions for six aircraft under the FLRAA program.

What was Safran's (SAFRY) total revenue in 2024?

Safran reported sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024.

What type of testing solutions will Safran (SAFRY) provide for the FLRAA program?

Safran will provide comprehensive onboard and ground flight testing solutions, including data acquisition, recording, and analysis capabilities.

What are the key features of the FLRAA aircraft that Safran (SAFRY) will be testing?

The FLRAA is a tiltrotor aircraft that combines vertical takeoff and landing capabilities of a helicopter with the speed and range of a twin-turboprop aircraft.