Jihostroj
| Company type | Joint-stock company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace, automotive |
| Founded | 1919 |
| Founder | Jan Hans |
| Headquarters | Velešín , Czech Republic |
Area served | Global |
| Products | Hydraulic pumps, aircraft fuel pumps, flight control systems, propeller governors, fuel control units |
| Website | www |
JIHOSTROJ a.s., headquartered in Velešín, Czech Republic, specializes in the production of hydraulic and aircraft fuel pumps along with various components for the automotive and aviation sectors. Their portfolio notably includes flight control systems, propeller governors, and fuel pumps designed specifically for Walter M601 turboprop engines. Additionally, Jihostroj holds a controlling stake in Jawa Moto.
Founding and Early Years
Established in 1919 by Jan Hans, the company initially focused on manufacturing electrotechnical devices. From 1936 onward, it expanded its operations to include production within the aviation industryTemplate:Fix/category[citation needed].
World War II Period
Throughout World War II, Jihostroj supplied products to the German Air Force.
Post-War Developments
The facility remained undamaged after the war. In 1946, the enterprise was nationalized and merged with PAL n.e. Subsequently, in 1952, the national enterprise Jikov became part of Motorlet n.e located in Prague.
In 1953, JIKOV was separated once more, resulting in the establishment of a new company named JIHOceske STROJirny – abbreviated as JIHOSTROJ (South-Bohemian Machine-works). The company’s primary focus shifted toward aerospace manufacturing.
After the Velvet Revolution
Following privatization in 1992, the firm was reorganized into a joint stock company under the name JIHOSTROJ a.s.. By 1995, a major restructuring divided the company into two core segments: Aerospace Division and Hydraulic Division.
Products
Turboprop Engines
The company manufactures turboprop engines such as the M601 Walter, along with fuel control units like the LUN 6590, fuel pumps including the LUN 6290, and propeller governor models such as the LUN 7816.
Auxiliary power units
Components for auxiliary power units are provided by the company, encompassing fuel pumps, oil pumps, fuel distributors, and oil distributors. These parts are integrated into various versions of aircraft including the Aero L-39, Aero L-159, K-8, L15, as well as the Mi-17 helicopter.
Propeller governors
The firm delivers piston engine and constant-speed propeller systems utilized in aircraft such as RVs, Extra 300, Pitts, and the Sukhoi Su-31.
Brake cylinder subassemblies
Brake cylinder subassemblies are supplied by Jihostroj for military trainer aircraft like the Pilatus PC-21, single-engine turboprop passenger and cargo planes including the Pilatus PC-12, as well as for rotary-wing platforms such as the Sikorsky S-76 helicopter and business jets like the Eclipse 500.
Additional products
Jihostroj also produces assemblies and components compatible with engines such as the Rolls-Royce Trent 800 and 1000 series and aircraft including the Cessna 550.