Exclusive Engine Deal Powers GrandCabri G5 Development

Safran Helicopter Engines and Helicopteres Guimbal have announced an exclusive partnership to power the new GrandCabri G5, a five-seat helicopter now under development. The GrandCabri G5 will use the 450-shaft-horsepower Arrius 2D, a new variant of Safran’s Arrius engine family. The helicopter is designed to bridge the gap between the Cabri G2 and larger single-engine turbine helicopters, with entry into service planned before 2030. According to AeroTime, the partnership gives Guimbal a propulsion solution with a high level of maturity at entry into service.