GE Aerospace announced on Thursday that it has entered into a five-year Performance Based Logistics (PBL) agreement with the Indian Air Force (IAF). The contract will provide long-term support for the T700-GE-701D engines used in the IAF’s fleet of AH-64E-I Apache helicopters.
Under this agreement, GE Aerospace will handle the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) of the T700 engines, as well as their associated flight line components. This support aims to ensure that the IAF’s Apache helicopters maintain high engine availability. The PBL solution is designed to streamline engine maintenance, reduce turnaround times, and enhance the operational readiness of the Apache fleet.
“We are honored to extend our partnership with the Indian Air Force through this PBL contract. This agreement demonstrates our commitment to delivering dependable and advanced maintenance solutions for critical defense systems,” said Youngje Kim, vice president and general manager, Defense & Systems, Asia Pacific, GE Aerospace. “It underscores our dedication to supporting the IAF’s mission readiness by ensuring the T700 engines perform at their best,” he added.
The T700/CT7 engine family powers both military and civilian aircraft and has been delivered to over 130 customers worldwide. These engines have accumulated approximately 130 million flight hours and have proven their reliability, even in challenging environments such as combat zones in Iraq and Afghanistan.
GE Aerospace, listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol GE, is a global leader in aviation propulsion, systems, and services. With over 70,000 aircraft engines and 52,000 employees, the company remains at the forefront of innovation in aviation, delivering solutions that enhance safety, reliability, and performance.
