Safran Landing Systems, a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, has officially joined Bell’s tiltrotor aircraft program, which is part of the US Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) project. Under this contract, Safran Landing Systems will be responsible for designing and developing a fully integrated landing system for the FLRAA program. The US Army’s selection of Bell for the FLRAA project was announced at the end of 2022, marking a significant development in the military aviation sector.
Safran, as an international high-technology group, operates in various markets, including aviation (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), defense, and space. The company’s core mission is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world while making air transport more environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 83,000 employees and 2022 sales of €19.0 billion. It holds leadership positions in its core markets and conducts research and development programs to address environmental priorities.