Franco-German Cooperation Model for Aeronautical Maintenance

Sabena Technics has secured a 10-year support contract from France’s Directorate of Aeronautical Maintenance (DMAé) to provide long-term maintenance and operational support for the Franco-German C-130J Super Hercules fleet. The CAROLUS program, framed as a Franco-German cooperation model, includes performance expectations on operational availability, supported onboard capabilities, turnaround times, and logistics services. Sabena Technics will execute the program in partnership with Lockheed Martin, Rolls-Royce, and Dowty. CEO Hervé Grandjean stated that Sabena Technics is proud to provide comprehensive operational support for the French and German C-130J fleet.