Turbomeca

Turbomeca was a French aerospace manufacturer renowned for its development and production of aircraft engines, primarily turbojets, turbofans, and turboshaft engines. Founded in 1938, the company was headquartered in Bordes, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France. Over its history, Turbomeca established itself as a leading supplier of engines for helicopters, military aircraft, and civil aviation, contributing significantly to propulsion technology in the aerospace industry.

Throughout the latter half of the 20th century, Turbomeca expanded its product range, developing innovative engines such as the Arriel series of turboshaft engines, which have been widely used in helicopters globally. The company's engines were characterized by their reliability, efficiency, and advanced technological features, earning a strong reputation among aircraft manufacturers and operators.

In 2004, Turbomeca became a subsidiary of Safran, a leading French aerospace and defense group. This integration allowed for greater resource sharing and technological collaboration within Safran's aerospace division. Despite its integration, the Turbomeca brand continued to be recognized for its engineering excellence until the company's operations were gradually consolidated under the Safran Helicopter Engines name.

Turbomeca's legacy includes numerous innovations in turbine engine design, as well as its contributions to the development of helicopter propulsion systems. Its engines remain in active service worldwide, and the company played a vital role in advancing aeronautical propulsion technology in the 20th and early 21st centuries.