France’s Rafale

March 14/24: French aerospace company Safran has secured a contract to provide support for Qatar’s Rafale fighter jet engines. The agreement will cover repairs, overhauls, spares, and associated services for the M88 engines installed in 36 Rafale units. This project will also deliver on-site technical support and additional maintenance optimization for the armed forces. “We are honored to sign this Agreement with the Qatar Armed Forces, which strengthens Safran Aircraft Engines’ world-class support,” Safran Aircraft Engines Executive VP Christophe Bruneau stated.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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