PM Modi Opens Safran Aircraft Engine Services India MRO Facility in Hyderabad

PM Modi Inaugurates Safran Aircraft Engine Services India in Hyderabad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally inaugurated the Safran Aircraft Engine Services India (SAESI) facility in Hyderabad, marking a transformative moment for the nation’s aviation and aerospace maintenance sector. The establishment of this centre makes India a recognised host country for a global aircraft engine manufacturer’s MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) operations , a first in Indian aviation history. The development is expected to reduce heavy dependence on foreign repair facilities and retain high-value servicing work domestically.

Situated in the GMR Aerospace & Industrial Park-SEZ , the facility covers 45,000 square metres and will primarily handle LEAP aircraft engines , which power popular fleets such as the Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX. With an investment commitment of roughly ₹1,300 crore , the project stands among the largest MRO ventures in the country.

Capacity Expansion and Workforce Growth

By 2035, SAESI is projected to ramp up capacity to 300 engines annually , supported by a highly skilled workforce of more than 1,000 engineers and technicians . The facility will house advanced diagnostic and repair technology, offering global-standard turnaround capability for airlines operating in and beyond India.

A Strategic Boost to India’s Aviation Ambition

The government expects the facility to enhance India’s role as a key aviation hub, strengthen supply chains, reduce overseas expenditure and accelerate indigenous ecosystem development. Policy reforms — including the National Civil Aviation Policy 2016, upgraded MRO norms (2021), and revised GST structure (2024) — have played a vital role in enabling such projects.

Exam-Point Quick Facts

• SAESI MRO facility dedicated to LEAP engines (A320neo & B737 MAX) .

• Spread across 45,000 sq. m in Hyderabad’s GMR Aerospace Park.

• Initial investment ~ ₹1,300 crore ; capacity 300 engines/year by 2035 .

• 1,000+ skilled jobs to be generated in the long term.