Saft, Industrial Batteries Group - Aircraft Batteries

Saft is the main battery supplier to the aviation industry, producing a wide range of advanced technology batteries for all types of civil and military aircraft worldwide.

Whether providing power for engine starting or energy for emergency back-up, Saft batteries are unmatched for reliability and safety under all conditions.

SERVICE ABOVE AND BEYOND

In a fast-moving, competitive industry, service is an essential complement to every component. That's why Saft has developed a total service concept that ranges from initial research and development to system upgrades and replacement. Our design teams have worked with aviation industry leaders to produce customized battery system at lighter weight and smaller volume for lower maintenance and minimized cost.

We are also experts in retrofitting aircraft, putting state-of-the art Saft batteries into almost any aircraft with little or no modifications.

In over 70 locations worldwide, our subsidiaries and distributors can provide you with the battery you need when you need it, while at the same time giving you expert advice and unfailing support.

NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES FOR LONG-LIFE PERFORMANCE AND VALUE

Nickel-Cadmium batteries provide the ideal power solution to meet the rigorous demands of aircraft manufacturers, airlines, civil and military operators:

• Greater surges of power for trouble-free starts
• Long-life and sustained performance
• Unmatched reliability and safety under tough conditions
• Lighter in weight, smaller in volume
• Lower maintenance, operating costs and life cycle cost
• "Maintenance free" or sealed valve regulated technology designed for specific battery charger control unit system

MAINTENANCE FOR LOWER OPERATING COSTS

In the competitive airline industry, maintenance is not just an added expense, but a strategic resource for winning customer loyalty and controlling costs.

Fliers care about an airline's safety record and on-time performance. Saft batteries are designed for the lowest maintenance requirements without compromising safety, reliability and operation cost.

Meeting the highest standards, Saft Aviation Batteries has two centers, in France (Bordeaux) and in USA (Valdosta, Georgia), manufacturing batteries to demanding ISO 9001 norms.

In addition, Saft has developed a training program known as Battery University to assist in the optimization of service life and control of associated operational costs through proper use and maintenance of Saft nickel-cadmium batteries.

Over two full days, the training program includes basic nickel-cadmium battery electrochemistry, nickel-cadmium operational characteristics, aviation battery troubleshooting, safety and environmental practices, and a comprehensive review of recommended battery maintenance practices.

MAKING CONTACT EAST AND WEST

Not only has Saft made important technological breakthroughs, it has also made broken into new markets. Saft was the first Western company to receive official certification from the relevant aviation authorities of the Community of Independent States (former Soviet Union). Retrofit and new OEM contracts have been signed with all major Russian aerospace manufacturers and Chinese aircraft manufacturers as well. With world aviation set for a period of steady growth, we are dedicated to reaching new height in worldwide delivery, and unbeatable service.

A WORLD LEADER

• 2 Production centers
• 2 Training centers

With 68 years of experience in aviation, Saft cutting-edge solutions has become a benchmark for the industry. Today our battery range is the broadest, with over 400 different battery types available for first installation and retrofit in virtually every type of aircraft worldwide.

Nickel-cadmium is the leading technology, the latest UAV and jet fighter US military projects programs are now implementing Li-ion technology.

Our references include the best:

Aermacchi • Aero Vodochody • Aerospatiale • Agusta • Airbus • AI(R) • Alenia • BAE • Beech • Bell • Beriev • Boeing • Bombardier • Canadair • Casa • Cessna • Dassault • De Havilland • Denel • Dornier • Embraer • Eurocopter • Fairchild • Fokker • Gulfstream • HAL • Harbin • IAI • Ilyushin • IPTN • Kawasaki • Learjet • LET • Lockheed • MDD • MIL • Pilatus • Piper • PZL • Saab • Shorts • Siai-Marchetti • Sikorsky • Socata • Swearingen • Tupolev • Xian • Yakovlev