With the signing of the contract between the Undersecretariat for Defense Industries (SSM) and main contractor TAI, main sub-contractor Sikorsky Aircraft, the program came into effect within the scope of the Turkish General Purpose Helicopter Program.

Taking part as a licensed engine manufacturer in the program, TEI will be producing the T700-TEI-701D engine which powers up the Black Hawk helicopters. TEI will be in charge of the full execution of engine parts and module productions, engine assembly, test, sales and after sales logistical support services and the company will be delivering 236 engines and spare parts for 109 helicopters within the scope of the Project.