FADEC International

What FADEC International does

FADEC International is a 50/50 joint venture between BAE Systems and Safran, established in 2003 to design, produce, and support Full Authority Digital Engine Controls (FADECs) for commercial aircraft engines. The company is the descendant of FADEC programs originating in 1986 within the heritage organizations of the two parents and today operates through customer-support hubs in Fort Wayne, Indiana (North America, hosted by BAE Systems) and Massy, France (Europe, hosted by Safran). Its core technology is a family of redundant, multi-channel digital computers that govern engine fuel flow, control variable engine geometries, interface with thrust reversers, and execute safety functions including electronic engine over-speed protection and continuous engine health monitoring.

The product portfolio consists of four platforms — FADEC 1 (1988), FADEC 2 (1989), FADEC 3 (2000, with follow-on variants through 2012), and FADEC GE90 — supporting engines from CFM International (CFM56-5A/5B/5C/7B), General Electric (GE90, GE90-115B, GEnx-1B/2B), and Engine Alliance (GP7200) across the Airbus A318-A380 and Boeing 737/747/767/777/787/MD11 fleets. FADEC International is the preferred FADEC supplier inside the FADEC Alliance with GE Aviation, embedding its controls as OEM content on GE-powered airframes.

Revenue is generated through original-equipment FADEC sales to engine manufacturers and, increasingly, through a recurring aftermarket business comprising repair and overhaul, spare-parts distribution, product exchanges and loans, life-extension programs, and 24/7/365 AOG technical support — backed by FAA, EASA Part 145, and CAAC repair-station certifications. The installed base exceeds 28,000 engine controls with more than 800 million flight hours of accumulated operational history, making the aftermarket annuity structurally durable but tied to the multi-year maintenance cycles of the underlying airframes. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; multi-year contracts govern aftermarket service agreements.

Name

FADEC International

Legal name

FADEC International

Website

https://fadecinternational.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

FADEC International, a 50/50 joint venture between BAE Systems and Safran, designs and supports Full Authority Digital Engine Controls for commercial aircraft engines (CFM56, GE90, GEnx, GP7200). It serves engine OEMs and global airlines via OEM-embedded sales and a recurring FAA/EASA/CAAC-certified aftermarket repair, overhaul, and spares business.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aircraft Engine Controls

NAICS

Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (333618)

SIC

Aircraft Engines & Engine Parts (3724)

akta.pro primary industry

Engine Control, Fuel & Ignition Systems (FADEC/Accessories) (IMABADAK)

Keywords

• Digital engine controls
• FADEC systems
• Commercial aircraft electronics
• Engine control units
• Aerospace control systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Wayne

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Original Equipment (OEM) FADEC Sales: Sale of FADEC systems as original equipment to engine manufacturers for new aircraft.
2. Aftermarket Repair and Overhaul Services: Comprehensive repair, overhaul, and modification services for existing FADEC units. Includes proactive repair to potential failures associated with high flight hours and severe environments to extend serviceable life.
3. Spare Parts Distribution: Extensive spare parts distribution network with forward-deployed products for rapid customer support.
4. Product Exchanges and Loans: Exchange programs and loaner units provided to customers during repair/overhaul periods.
5. Product Life Extension Programs: Programs designed to extend the operational life of FADEC products.
6. Technical Support: Technical support services including 24/7 AOG (Aircraft on Ground) emergency coverage.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

FADEC International designs, develops, produces, and supports Full Authority Digital Engine Controls (FADECs) for commercial aircraft engines. Its redundant, multi-channel digital computers govern engine fuel flow, control variable engine geometries, interface with thrust reversers, and provide electronic over-speed protection and engine monitoring. The company also delivers comprehensive aftermarket repair, overhaul, spare parts, and 24/7 AOG support for its installed base.

Product overview

FADEC International offers a multi-generation family of Full Authority Digital Engine Controls (FADECs) for commercial aircraft. The product portfolio consists of four distinct FADEC systems: FADEC 1 (introduced 1988), FADEC 2 (introduced 1989), FADEC 3 (introduced 2000), and FADEC GE90. Each generation represents an evolution in capability, with FADEC 3 being the most recent mainstream platform supporting both commercial and military applications, while FADEC GE90 is specialized for GE90 engines on Boeing 777 aircraft. All FADEC systems are redundant, multi-channel digital computers that govern engine fuel flow, control variable engine geometries, interface with thrust reversers, and perform advanced functions such as electronic engine over-speed protection and extensive engine monitoring. The company also provides comprehensive aftermarket services including repair, overhaul, modification, spare parts distribution, and 24/7/365 AOG coverage.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FADEC 1 First-generation Full Authority Digital Engine Control introduced in 1988, designed for multiple commercial platforms including CF6-80C2 and CFM56-5A engines powering Airbus A300, A318, A319, A320, A321 and Boeing 747, 767, and MD11 aircraft.
• FADEC 2 Second-generation FADEC introduced in 1989 for narrow and wide-body aircraft, supporting CF6-80E and CFM56-5C engines on Airbus A330, A340 and Boeing 737 platforms.
• FADEC 3 Third-generation FADEC introduced in 2000 supporting both commercial and military applications, including CFM56-5B, CFM56-7B, GP7200, GE90-115B, GEnx-1B, and GEnx-2B engines across Airbus A318-A380 and Boeing 737-900, 777-300ER, 747-8, and 787 platforms.
• FADEC GE90 Specialized FADEC for GE90 engines, flying on Boeing's 777 wide-body aircraft and supporting GE90-76B, GE90-85B, GE90-90B, and GE90-94B engine models for Boeing 777-200ER and -300 aircraft.
• Aftermarket Repair, Overhaul and Spare Parts Services Comprehensive aftermarket services for the installed FADEC fleet, including repair, overhaul, modification, spare parts distribution, product exchanges, loaner units, product life extension programs, and 24/7/365 AOG (Aircraft on Ground) technical support. Delivered to commercial aircraft operators through FAA, EASA, and CAAC certified repair stations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Engine control fleet exceeds 28,000 controls
• +2 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• BAE SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2003Joint venture partner in FADEC International. BAE Systems and Safran established FADEC International in 2003 to combine their capabilities in designing, producing, and supporting Full Authority Digital Engine Controls for commercial aircraft engines. BAE Systems provides North American customer support, spares, repairs, and AOG services from Fort Wayne, Indiana.
• SafrancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2003Joint venture partner in FADEC International. Safran (through its Sagem subsidiary) partners with BAE Systems in the joint venture established in 2003. Safran provides European customer support, spares, repairs, and AOG services from Massy, France.
• GE AviationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFADEC Alliance partnership between GE Aviation and FADEC International. FADEC International is a preferred supplier to GE and provides FADEC systems for GE aircraft engines including the GE90, GE90-115B, and GEnx engine families. The FADEC systems are integrated into GE engines for Boeing and Airbus aircraft platforms.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Woodward Inc. Designs and manufactures engine control systems, fuel systems, and actuation products for commercial and military aerospace. Woodward is an emerging competitor in the digital engine controls space with significant overlap in fuel management and control electronics.
• Crane Aerospace & Electronics: Supplies electronic engine controls, power conversion, and sensing systems for commercial and military aerospace. Competes in adjacent electronic engine control subsystems with overlap on next-generation engine control content.
• Moog Inc. Designs high-precision motion control products including engine control actuation and electronics for commercial and military aircraft. Competes in adjacent engine control electronics and is increasingly moving into FADEC-adjacent digital control content.

Broad incumbents

• BAE Systems: Parent company and 50% joint venture partner in FADEC International. BAE Systems' Electronic Systems segment produces FADEC and engine control electronics for military and commercial platforms, and supplies North American aftermarket support for FADEC International products from Fort Wayne, IN.
• Parker Hannifin (Aerospace): Broad aerospace systems supplier including fuel systems, hydraulic and electronic engine control components, and actuation systems. While not a pure FADEC supplier, competes in adjacent engine control content delivered to engine OEMs.
• Safran (Sagem): Parent company and 50% joint venture partner in FADEC International. Safran's Sagem subsidiary originated the FADEC capability that contributed to the JV and provides European customer support, spares, repairs, and AOG services from Massy, France.

Others

• TransDigm Group: Holds aerospace proprietary component businesses including engine-related electronics and control accessories through portfolio companies. Serves similar commercial engine OEM and aftermarket customers as FADEC International, though with a broader proprietary-parts acquisition model.

Direct peers

• Collins Aerospace (RTX): Competitor in the FADEC / engine electronic controls market, providing engine control systems for Pratt & Whitney engines (PW1000G, V2500, F119 military) and other commercial platforms. Direct rival for future engine control content on P&W-powered aircraft.
• Honeywell Aerospace: Designs and manufactures Full Authority Digital Engine Controls for a wide range of commercial and military engines, including its own TPE331, HTF7000, and T55 turboshafts and FADECs supplied to other engine OEMs. A direct FADEC competitor with deep certification experience.
• GE Aerospace: Customer and FADEC Alliance partner; GE designs and integrates engines (GE90, GE9X, GEnx) in which FADEC International units are embedded. GE Aerospace also internally develops some engine electronic control capability and is the dominant counterparty determining future FADEC content.

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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