We are delighted to announce that JJGK Aero is now an official member of GIFAS, the French Aerospace Industries Association. This membership marks a significant step forward in our commitment to the aerospace industry and opens up new opportunities for collaboration and innovation. Founded over a century ago, GIFAS brings together more than 500 key players in the aerospace sector. It plays a major role in structuring and strengthening the coherence of the French aerospace industry by creating a collaborative ecosystem and promoting synergies among its members. By joining GIFAS, JJGK Aero is committed to actively contributing to this dynamic ecosystem and sharing its knowledge and expertise with other industry stakeholders. This membership represents an excellent opportunity for JJGK Aero to expand its network, develop its activities, and strengthen its position in the aerospace sector. We are confident that this collaboration will enable us to take advantage of the many opportunities offered by GIFAS and contribute to the advancement of the industry as a whole. We would like to express our deep gratitude to our patron, Clémentine Gallet, President of Coriolis Composites, and our sponsor, Laurent Mazoué, Executive Vice President of Operations at Airbus Helicopters. Their support and trust have been instrumental in enabling us to become part of this exceptional ecosystem. This significant recognition is a testament to our ongoing commitment to the aerospace and defense industry.

On Tuesday, July 8, we had the honor of welcoming more than 80 young people from the Institut des Hautes Études de Défense Nationale (IHEDN). This memorable visit was an opportunity to share enriching moments and introduce our company, JJGK Aero, to these promising young talents. About IHEDN The IHEDN is the leading European and generational association dedicated to issues of commitment, defense, and security. It is jointly sponsored by the Minister of the Armed Forces, Mr. Sébastien Lecornu, and the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, General Thierry Burkhard. This association plays a crucial role in training and raising awareness among young people about defense and national security issues. A busy day at BA125 and the Aeronautics Center The day was filled with numerous visits to Air Base 125 (BA125) and the Aeronautics Center. The young people from IHEDN had the opportunity to discover the infrastructure and activities of these iconic sites, while interacting with professionals in the sector. Michel Augen had the pleasure of presenting JJGK Aero, its activities, and its expertise. This presentation gave the young people a better understanding of our company, our missions, and our values. It was also an opportunity for us to demonstrate our commitment to training and innovation in the aeronautics field. This visit was a real success, marked by enriching exchanges and moments of sharing. We would like to thank all the participants for their enthusiasm and curiosity. A big thank you also to the Les Jeunes IHEDN association for their visit and their interest in our company. We hope that this day will have inspired these young talents and that it will mark the beginning of future collaborations.

After many months of work, we celebrated the completion of maintenance on the five H225 helicopters in the Ecuadorian fleet on Wednesday, June 4. This milestone was officially marked at a cocktail reception to mark the acceptance of the fifth and final H225. A collaborative and long-term project From October 2023 to December 2024, the Super Pumas destined for the Ecuadorian Ministry of Defense arrived successively at our facilities for periodic inspections, the addition of equipment, and a complete repainting. For several months, our mechanics, avionics technicians, boilermakers, painters, BT agents, and CAMO agents worked on the five helicopters. These aircraft will be used for troop transport, emergency response, and firefighting. Unique acceptance ceremonies This period was marked by three acceptance ceremonies, in October, April, and the first week of June. These events provided an opportunity to welcome members of the Ecuadorian army, including a pilot and mechanics, to our premises. Next steps in Ecuador The next phase of this project will take place in Ecuador, with our mechanics and avionics technicians returning the aircraft to service. This phase began in March with the first two H225s, which are now operational. A big thank you to all our teams for their masterful execution of the operations. We would also like to express our gratitude to Airbus Helicopters, in particular Guillaume Nakamura, José Lareo Asorey, Samuel Danan, Nicolas Curty, and Aurélie Pichon, for their trust and support throughout this project. We are proud to have contributed to the preparation of helicopters for the Ecuadorian Ministry of Defense for crucial missions.

Last Wednesday, we welcomed students from the Ecole de Production I Je Fabrique Mon Avenir Chaudronnerie Soudage et Electricité Istres to our premises. After hosting Théo and Jérémy, first- and second-year students, for two weeks for their internship, nearly 50 students came to our premises for a visit. Aged between 15 and 18 and preparing for their CAP (vocational training certificate) in industrial metalworking, they discovered our business and the specificities of the aeronautical metalworking profession. During their tour, led by Iliana Brahmia and Charlotte Pelletier, who presented JJGK Aero and its professions, they visited two of the three areas of our hangar. Florian Morata, our technical painting office agent, enthusiastically shared JJGK Aero’s expertise in the painting department. Thierry Barteau, head of metalworking and composites, then took the floor to explain the specificities of aeronautical metalworking and show them his workshops. The visit ended with a fun quiz and a prize for the winning team. Founded in 2021, the Production School located opposite our premises at the Jean Sarrail Aeronautical Pole in Istres is a technical educational institution offering a teaching method based on “learning by doing.” To this end, it places students in real-life production situations within a “school-company” environment, with two-thirds of their time spent on real work projects in a genuine industrial production setting and one-third devoted to theoretical instruction. This teaching method offers students numerous practical workshops and has a 92% success rate. A big thank you to the teaching team for their trust, and in particular to Anne-Gaëlle Villemiane and Aurélie Robert.

Yesterday, we had the honor of participating in a significant event at the Base Aérienne 125 Istres: the inauguration of the base’s museum as well as the “Mirage IV Tail Fin Memorial”. The evening began with an inspiring presention by Colonel Sébastien Esteve, who shared updates on the operational and event-related activities of the base, along with its perspectives and future projects. We then rediscovered the “Mirage IV Tail Fin Memorial”, which was restored this summer thanks to the remarkable work of our painting team. This renovation highlights a powerful symbol of the history of French military aviation. The evening continued with the inauguration of the museum, a space dedicated to preserving and sharing the base’s heritage. The event concluded at the mess hall, around a convivial cocktail that provided a special opportunity for exchanges and discussions.

We are pleased to announce that BIJA Industrie is now our tooling partner for a strategic project in collaboration with Westair Helicopters in Namibia. Founded in 2004, BIJA Industrie is a French company based in Brignoles, specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of specific tools and tooling for the civil and military aerospace sectors. Thanks to its position as a leader in the sector, it is a partner of the MAF Aéronautique competition for the Best Apprentices of France, Structure option. Thanks to their recognized expertise, responsiveness, and the exceptional quality of their solutions, we ensure our teams benefit from high-level technical support to successfully carry out this ambitious mission. This partnership with BIJA Industrie strengthens our ability to anticipate and meet the specific demands of the aerospace sector while guaranteeing our partners and clients results that meet their expectations. A big thank you to Laurence BIJA and Laurent BIJA for this collaboration.Stay tuned to discover the next steps and progress of this exciting project.

A partnership formalized during Les Rencontres d’Affaires by AéroSud. Last week, ALEXIS TIERNY, Associate Director and Cédric Bousquet, Customer Support Manager, proudly represented JJGK Aero at this flagship event for the aerospace industry in the South Region, dedicated to innovation and collaboration. In this inspiring setting, we officially sealed our future collaboration with AVREAL and TRACING FLIGHT by Ixarys. This corporate synergy marks the starting point of an ambitious project in the MRO sector, driven by a shared vision of excellence and transformation in the aerospace industry. We look forward to sharing the milestones of this promising partnership with you. Stay tuned for more updates!

We are delighted to announce the partnership between Westair Helicopters and JJGK Aero. Founded in 2018, Westair Helicopters is an Italian commercial air transport operator primarily serving the oil and gas industry in Europe and Africa. Formalized during the 4th edition of EUROPEAN ROTORS in Amsterdam, we were delighted to welcome Edwin Soeters, CEO, Gilles Gompertz, Managing Director, Christo Roets, Managing Director of Westair Helicopters to our stand. This collaboration also marks the promising return of Airbus H225 helicopters to offshore operations in the oil and gas sector.

This first Friday of June, and as it has been the case for the past three years, we were at the forum of the Centre d’excellence POLYAÉRO in Tallard. Polyaero is a center of excellence for aeronautical training, offering a BTS in Aeronautics, a professional degree, a university technology bachelor’s degree, a master’s in digital aeronautical project management, and TMF training. This jobdating event was a privileged moment to meet the young professionals of tomorrow and to recruit talented apprentices and graduates. Florian Morata, a BT paint agent and former Polyaero graduate, and Charlotte Pelletier, the communications manager, took on the role of recruiters with great enthusiasm. A big thank you to POLYAÉRO, the IUT of Aix-Marseille, and Greta CFA Provence Industrie Aéronautique Alpes Provence for organizing this event.

Yesterday, JJGK-AERO represented by Alexis Tierny, Managing Director, and Charlotte Pelletier, Communications Manager, were at the Pierre Mendes France Highschool in Vitrolles. An important day for all the stakeholders of the helicopter industry in the region. This time, it was with the Lycée des Métiers de l’aéronautique Pierre Mendes France that Airbus signed a partnership agreement. An essential collaboration aimed at enhancing the attractiveness of the noble professions in the aerospace industry and meeting the growing needs for ressources and skills.