Hellenic Aerospace Industry S.A. (EAB)

Hellenic Aerospace Industry S.A. (HAI or EAB) was founded in 1975. It is the largest aerospace and defense company in Greece. Its main mission is to provide products and services that support the Greek Armed Forces. The company operates a head office in Athens and a manufacturing plant in Schimatari.

HAI offers maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for military aircraft, engines, and electronics. It also provides civil aviation maintenance and aircraft structural manufacturing. The company supports a wide range of aircraft types including fighter jets such as the F-16 and M-2000, transport and special mission aircraft like the C-130 Hercules, and helicopters including UH-1, AB-212, and NH90.

The company’s aerospace manufacturing plant produces aerostructures and components for major aerospace programs. It works as a subcontractor or partner with major aircraft and engine manufacturers, handling design, construction, and assembly of parts. It fabricates medium to large-size subassemblies for civilian and military aircraft, and makes composite materials using sandwich carbon technology.

HAI has extensive repair and refurbishment capabilities. It provides aircraft and engine overhaul, structural upgrades, and modification services. The company also extends the service life of aircraft through inspections, structural repairs, and preventive maintenance programs. Fleet management services include technical support, material supply, training, and cost reduction programs.

The company holds multiple international certifications including AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 9000-3, and approvals from Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Dassault, and GE. It maintains modern production facilities equipped with advanced CAD/CAM systems and CNC machining. Its quality management system aligns with aerospace industry standards.

HAI supports the Greek Armed Forces around the clock and seven days a week. It participates in upgrade programs such as the F-16 Viper and cooperates in unmanned aerial vehicle development. With nearly 50 years in business, HAI blends technology with experienced personnel to fulfill defense and aerospace needs in Greece.

Services

• Military aircraft maintenance
• Civil aviation maintenance
• Aircraft structural manufacturing
• Engine overhaul
• Electronics repair
• Fleet management support
• Training
• Research and development
• Composite materials fabrication
• Structural upgrades