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Aerometals

Safran Helicopter Engines

Airbus Helicopters H215/H225/AS332

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Press Release

Issued by Aerometals.

March 5, 2019

Aerometals developing innovative Airbus H225 engine inlet barrier filter system

Aftermarket aircraft parts manufacturer and engine inlet barrier filter (IBF) innovator, Aerometals has announced a developmental programme to certify an engine inlet barrier filter system for the Airbus H225 transport category helicopter. Due to industry demand, Aerometals has entered a cooperative agreement with engine manufacturer Safran Helicopter Engines to develop the next generation engine inlet barrier filter (IBF).

Using the most advanced computational flow modeling software, the company will optimise engine inlet flow efficiencies while providing maximum protection capabilities. Aerometals will enter flight testing in May 2019 with Airtelis, a H225 operator specialising in aerial powerline work in western Europe. Final development, certification and production is expected prior to year-end 2019.

Designed to protect engines from foreign object damage, compressor erosion, fouling and corrosive salt nuclei effects (coastal operations), the investment result will be a significant reduction in premature removal and potentially reduced overhaul costs.