What is microturbo?

Microturbo, also known as Microturbo S.A.S., is a French company that specializes in the design, development, and production of small turbojet engines. The company was founded in 1938 by Joseph Szydlowski and was acquired by Safran in 2003.

Microturbo's product range includes engines for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), target drones, auxiliary power units (APUs), and turbojet engines for military and civilian applications. The company has provided engines for military drones such as the MQ-9 Reaper and the Harfang, as well as for civilian UAVs used for surveying, mapping, and monitoring.

One of Microturbo's most significant achievements is the development of the e-APU, an electrically powered auxiliary power unit for aircraft that provides electrical power and compressed air while on the ground. The e-APU is more environmentally friendly and fuel-efficient than traditional APUs and is used on various aircraft, including the Airbus A320neo and the Bombardier CSeries.

Microturbo's headquarters and main production facility are located in Toulouse, France, with additional facilities in North America and Asia. The company has a workforce of over 1,100 employees.