Le Bourget, 13 June 2005

CGTM, a subsidiary of Turbomeca, is awarded by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). with the Design Organisation Approval (DOA).

CGTM becomes the 16 th company in France and the unique small-size company in Europe to gain a DOA and so be able to manage technical modifications on civilian helicopters.

The ownership of the DOA allows CGTM, for the benefit of partners and customers, to - Develop optionals and get certification by EASA who issues Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs). The optionals include EAPS (filters to protect engine air intake), agricultural kits, airborne cameras, avionics, etc.
- Sustain modifications on the powerplant, to enhance the performances of the helicopters (i.e re-engineering)
- Propose structural repairs, not issued by the helicopter manufacturer.

Through the gain of the DOA, the European civilian aviation authorities confirm the capability of CGTM to be an experienced partner for studying and manufacturing modifications, from initial design, engineering development, integration and flight testing up to certification.

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CGTM is a helicopter-specific expert company that designs, develops, integrates and tests helicopter systems and optionals.

About Turbomeca

Turbomeca (SAFRAN Group) is the leading helicopter engine manufacturer, and has produced over 50 000 turbines based on its own designs since the company was founded. With more than 2 000 customers in over 140 countries, Turbomeca provides a proximity service thanks to its 14 sites, 3 subsidiaries, 25 TurboSupport Centers, 32 repair centers and 90 Field representatives and Field technicians. The Head Office is based in Bordes, Pyrénées-Atlantiques (south-west France). Microturbo, a subsidiary of Turbomeca, is the European leader in turbojet engines for missiles, drones and auxiliary power units.