Safran Electrical & Power

Every time you fly, your experience is supported, enhanced, and made possible by at least some of Safran's products and services. Their electrical division, Safran Electrical and Power, 
is responsible for designing aerospace electrical systems used across commercial, military, and space applications. 

Safran and its subsidiaries work with aerospace manufacturers worldwide. In Canada, France, Mexico, Tunisia, the United Kingdom, and, of course, the United States, Safran is the leading supplier of electrical components and custom services for both the aerospace and defense markets. Every day, hundreds of thousands of flights are made possible by the technology and solutions this company provides. Safran also supports military operations on land, air, and sea with its robust, reliable systems and durable electrical components.

With nearly 50 years of operations in the US and more than 8,000 employees across 24 states, Safran has been and remains an industry leader and an integral part of the aerospace industry. Without a doubt, Safran's history is rooted worldwide in the innovative minds of engineering geniuses and daring companies.

As the electrical division of the Safran company, they are responsible for ensuring that aircraft operate safely and efficiently through critical electrical capabilities. This includes aircraft reliability and performance through power generation and distribution, electrical wiring interconnection systems, and onboard energy management. By overseeing power protection and control, Safran Electrical & Power safeguards aircraft operations against failures, supporting mission-critical performance across commercial, military, and space applications. This critical division of Safran works to ensure that every onboard system, from navigation to propulsion, has a dependable and resilient foundation.

A global powerhouse, Safran has shaped the aerospace and defense industries through innovation, delivering advanced solutions across aircraft engines, cabin interiors, and defense systems. Within this structure, Safran Electrical and Power serves as the group’s dedicated electrical systems division, providing mission-critical power generation, distribution, and control capabilities for aircraft and spacecraft. Working alongside Safran’s other domains, Safran Electrical & Power contributes to Safran's reputation for innovation, reliability, and global reach, ensuring that all aerospace and defense solutions operate safely and efficiently worldwide. Even today, their innovative technologies are reshaping the industry that they’ve created.

Safran Electrical & Power operates engineering, manufacturing, and support facilities across the United States. As a leader in mission-critical electrical systems for aerospace and defense applications, their U.S. operations adhere to stringent industry standards and maintain full compliance with aerospace regulations, including FAA and EASA. Safran Electrical & Power combines local engineering expertise with global Safran resources to ensure reliable, high-quality electrical power generation, distribution, and control for aircraft and defense platforms. Their commitment to safety and compliance, combined with a vast network of resources, reinforces their role as a trusted partner in procurement and collaboration.

The Safran Electrical and Power facility in Sarasota, FL (Safran Power USA, LLC) provides engineering, manufacturing, and testing to support aerospace, defense, and select industrial programs. Safran Sarasota develops and produces electrical systems for aircraft power generation, distribution, and control. The facility’s in-house capabilities and expertise include design validation and production readiness, as well as rigorous testing and qualification activities to meet aerospace and defense standards. Safran Sarasota also supports repair and overhaul activities to help sustain long-term system reliability throughout the operational lifecycle.

Labinal was Safran’s initial electrical systems brand, well known for its innovative work in aerospace wiring, power distribution, and onboard electrical architectures. As Safran consolidated its electrical activities under a single global division, Labinal Safran became part of what is now Safran Electrical & Power. This transition unified long-standing engineering expertise with broader capabilities in power generation, distribution, and control. Despite the name evolution, the technical foundations, engineering teams, and commitment to aerospace and defense standards remained intact. This continuity ensured that aircraft manufacturers, operators, and partners could rely on the same depth of expertise and proven engineering practices moving forward.

Safran Electrical & Power's comprehensive electrical solutions keep aircraft systems operating reliably by addressing the challenges of redundancy, safety, and continuous operation. These solutions integrate aerospace electronic components to generate, manage, protect, and distribute power throughout the aircraft. The goal is to ensure that critical systems, like avionics, flight controls, and onboard mission equipment, perform consistently in commercial, military, and mission-critical applications.

These systems help maintain continuous power to critical functions for safe and reliable aircraft performance. Electrical power generation and distribution systems ensure aircraft receive stable, reliable energy throughout operation. First, power generation systems convert mechanical or auxiliary energy into usable electrical power, and distribution systems then route that power throughout the aircraft. Circuit breaker panels also play a critical role by protecting onboard systems from electrical faults and isolating issues before they affect safety. 

These Safran company components are critical to maintaining safety in aerospace environments. Working together, they manage how electrical power flows through an aircraft, ensuring that electrical systems respond predictably while protecting sensitive equipment. Switches allow crews and systems to reliably control when power is applied. Circuit breakers protect equipment by interrupting faults, while remote-controlled circuit breakers enable automated monitoring and control to improve response times and system awareness. Additionally, contactors manage higher-power loads safely and efficiently.

As a global leader in aircraft electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power supports safe and reliable aerospace operations across commercial, military, and special-mission aircraft. Its integrated, certified electrical systems meet stringent safety, performance, and regulatory requirements, ensuring consistent operation in complex aerospace environments. Or as Safran aptly puts it: smarter electrical solutions for a better flight.

In commercial aviation, Safran systems deliver reliable power to avionics systems, flight controls, environmental systems, and passenger services. Their designs emphasize redundancy, fault protection, and compliance with rigorous certification standards, ensuring continuous operation support and long service lives.

Military aircraft rely on Safran Electrical & Power for resilient power solutions that support mission-critical avionics systems and onboard equipment. These systems are engineered to perform reliably under demanding conditions while meeting defense and aerospace certification requirements.

Special mission platforms, such as reconnaissance or search-and-rescue, require Safran’s flexible electrical architectures to support surveillance, communications, and sensing technologies. These systems enable the safe integration of specialized avionics systems and mission equipment, which is critical for reliable power distribution and control.

Safran Electrical & Power has mastered the onboard energy system by combining deep engineering expertise with decades of experience in aerospace electrical systems. Their solutions are designed and tested to meet strict FAA, EASA, and military standards. As a world leader in each of their solution categories, from power generation to distribution and control, they ensure reliability is built in at every stage. These systems protect avionics, maintain continuous operation, and support aircraft performance in the most demanding conditions.

Boasting expertise across the entire power chain, from generation and distribution to interconnection, Safran Electrical & Power is trusted worldwide for innovation and safety. Their portfolio spans commercial, military, and special-mission aircraft, supporting the modernization of systems that enable a “more electric” aircraft. As aviation evolves, Safran remains at the forefront of electrical innovation. Their systems meet the highest standards for safety and performance, and their engineering expertise ensures critical aircraft systems operate seamlessly today and into the future.

Peerless Electronics has been an authorized distributor of Safran products since the 1970s. Visit our product pages to browse our wide selection of Safran-manufactured products.