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Oct
26
2026
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Aberdeen, 23 October 2026 – Bristow Group and Leonardo today celebrated the operational readiness of a brand new AW139 Full Flight Level D Simulator at Bristow Helicopters’ simulation hall in Dyce, Aberdeen, close to the International Airport.
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Oct
21
2026
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Rome, 21 October 2026 - The Combat Unmanned Ground System (CUGS) project has successfully reached its final major milestone, demonstrating the progress achieved in the development of next -generation uncrewed technologies for ground operations. Funded by the European Defence Agency (EDA) and coordinated by Leonardo, CUGS is the EDA’s largest research and technology initiative in this sector, aimed at developing and validating new uncrewed technologies for land operations.
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Oct
05
2026
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Leonardo today opened a new building at its Sesto Calende facility dedicated to the development and manufacture of helicopter flight simulators. The investment builds on the training technologies and services available at the site since 2006, when the “A. Marchetti” Training Academy opened as Leonardo’s first helicopter training academy. It further establishes Sesto Calende as a development and production hub for simulation systems across the Company’s rotary-wing business.
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Sep
01
2026
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Effective today, Stefano Villanti is appointed Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters.
Stefano Villanti brings extensive experience in Leonardo’s rotorcraft business, having held senior leadership positions within Leonardo Helicopters for the past ten years, including leading Sales, Marketing and Contracts for over the last three years.
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Jul
31
2026
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The Arriel 2K engine that powers Leonardo’s AW09 helicopter, has received its type certificate from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This marks an important milestone towards the entry into service of the AW09, Leonardo’s new single-engine helicopter.
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Jul
22
2026
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Leonardo, PT ESystem Solutions and the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Indonesia (MoD) today announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the supply and support of naval helicopters for the Indonesian Navy. The agreement also includes plans to develop local technical assistance, maintenance, completion and training capabilities.
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Jun
15
2026
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In the framework of a fleet modernisation and reinforcement plan aimed at meeting a long-term rescue and offshore transport growth strategy, leading emergency aerial service provider Avincis announced orders for 15 Leonardo helicopters, including 10 AW169 light intermediate and 5 AW139 intermediate twin engine aircraft. These helicopters are expected to be delivered over the 2028-2031 period, sustaining the existing customer base as well as allowing to enter new markets across Europe.
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Jun
11
2026
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At its third public appearance in two years, the AW249 next generation exploration and escort helicopter showed its impressive flight characteristics for the first time at ILA Berlin, as Leonardo briefed visitors, stakeholders and international delegations on how the new type will bring operational superiority and opportunities through international collaboration.
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May
27
2026
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London–27 May 2026 - Leonardo has today announced the opening of a new helicopter maintenance and support facility at Elstree Aerodrome, strengthening its long-term commitment to the UK aerospace sector and reinforcing its high-tech footprint across the country.
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May
25
2026
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Catarina, 22 May 2026 - At Catarina Aviation Show (21-23 May), Brazilian leading retail company Havan placed an order for a second AW169 light-intermediate twin-engine helicopter in corporate transport configuration, with delivery expected to be performed from Italy’s Vergiate final assembly facility at the end of 2028.
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