Eurocopter reinforces its maintenance, support and commercial presence in the Middle East

The maintenance contract with Jordan covers G-level major inspection for 10 Royal Jordanian Air Force Super Puma AS 332 M1s, which is performed every 12 years.  

This agreement represents a new step in the longstanding relationship between the Royal Jordanian Air Force and Eurocopter, and involves a cooperative training and work-sharing arrangement.  The initial three helicopters will be inspected by Eurocopter, which is to provide associated on-the-job training that will enable the Royal Jordanian Air Force to perform G-level checks on the remaining seven Super Pumas in Jordan.  

Jordan has operated Eurocopter helicopters for more than 30 years.  In addition to the AS332 Super Pumas – which are used for troop transport and search & rescue, the Royal Jordanian Air Force’s current Eurocopter fleet also includes AS350s for pilot training and VIP airlift, along with EC635s for multi-mission duties.  In addition, the Jordan Public Security Air Wing operates EC635s and BO105s.  

Eurocopter also announced an agreement with Abu Dhabi-based supplier of professional aerospace services Global Aerospace Logistics, LLC (GAL) at the Dubai Airshow. During the past several years, GAL has been providing daily operational and intermediate aviation maintenance at a highly professional level for Eurocopter helicopters flown by both the UAE Navy and UAE Presidential Guard Command.  

“By joining forces, Eurocopter and GAL will meet the daily operational needs of the UAE Navy and UAE Presidential Guard Command, ensuring proficient fleet maintenance of the Ecureuil, Fennec, Dauphin, Panther and Super Puma helicopters operated in the Emirates,” said Xavier Hay, Eurocopter’s vice president for Middle East and Africa.  “This partnership confirms Eurocopter’s dedication to enhancing its local UAE presence in serving all governmental and civil operators of its helicopters, and we welcome GAL to our network of customer support services providers.”  

Dr. Hassan Yousuf Al Awadhi, GAL CEO, and Olivier Lambert, SVP - Eurocopter sales & customer relations sign agreement.   Photo copyright GAL.