Leonardo wins order for AW169s, AW139s

Avincis announced orders for 15 Leonardo helicopters including 10 AW169 light intermediate and five 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. Three AW169s are planned to be redeployed in Sweden for Emergency Medical Service (EMS) purposes covering the Uppsala and Västra Götalandsregionen regions under a 10-year contract awarded to Avincis. This EMS programme confirms the market’s confidence in the outstanding operational capabilities of the helicopter type, which is able to carry out essential life-saving missions with great reliability and in complex conditions with high responsiveness, leveraging advanced technology and navigation/mission equipment, high performance and cabin versatility. These latest orders testify the continued, growing success of Leonardo’s helicopters to cover the widest spectrum of rescue duties including EMS and land and maritime SAR. More than 800 Leonardo helicopters carry out rescue missions globally to date, many of them being AW139s and AW169s. As the EMS market continues to grow and increasingly shifts towards larger, more capable aircraft, the AW169 and AW139 are proving to be the platforms of choice for operators seeking enhanced mission performance, greater cabin space and increased operational flexibility. With global orders nearing 400 units for all missions, the AW169’s presence grows stronger thanks to its mission flexibility and unique features among which an auxiliary power unit (APU) mode when on ground with rotors stopped, allowing for the continued operation of heating/air conditioning, radios and electrical support for medical equipment to ensure time optimisation, greater on-ground safety and sustainability. The AW139 remains the world market leader in its category, and one of the most successful helicopter programmes in the entire rotorcraft industry, with more than 1,500 units sold to over 300 operators in around 90 nations for the widest scope of roles. A unique 60+ minute run-dry capable main gear box allows for enhanced reliability and safety particularly during medium to long range operations. Avincis signs contract for up to 15 Airbus H145 helicopters (PHOTO: Airbus Helicopters) Avincis, Europe’s largest emergency aerial services operator, and Airbus Helicopters have signed a contract for up to 15 H145 helicopters. The new aircraft will be deployed across Avincis’ extensive network, strengthening its operational presence in the Nordics, Italy, and Spain for Helicopter Emergency Medical Services and other mission segments like offshore transportation. “The H145 is the ideal platform for our mission-critical operations, providing the reliability and performance required to save lives and protect communities in the most challenging environments. By expanding our fleet with up to 15 additional H145s, we are ensuring that our crews have the very best technology at their disposal to continue delivering world-class aerial emergency services and specialized offshore transportation across our European territories. We look forward to continuing our successful partnership with Airbus as we modernise our fleet for the future,” said John Boag, CEO of Avincis Group. “We are honored that Avincis is once again turning to the H145 to support its vital missions across Europe. This agreement underscores the versatility of the H145 as a multi-mission powerhouse, capable of transitioning seamlessly from life-saving EMS duties to the demanding requirements of offshore wind and energy transport. Our goal is to provide Avincis with the most reliable and efficient tools to ensure their mission success, no matter how complex the operational environment,” said Matthieu Louvot, CEO of Airbus Helicopters. Avincis is one of the world’s leading Aerial Emergency Services operators, providing critical aviation services to the civil sector to save lives, safeguard communities and protect the environment. With a fleet of more than 220 aircraft, Avincis counts on a team of more than 2,400 courageous and talented professionals, including highly experienced pilots, crews and technicians. Avincis has bases in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Norway, Sweden and Finland, as well as operations in Mozambique and Chile. In total, there are more than 1,800 H145 family helicopters in service, logging a total of more than 8.5 million flight hours. Powered by two Safran Arriel 2E engines, the H145 is equipped with a full authority digital engine control (FADEC) and the Helionix digital avionics suite. It includes a high performance 4-axis autopilot, increasing safety and reducing pilot workload. Its particularly low acoustic footprint makes the H145 the quietest helicopter in its class, while its CO2 emissions are the lowest among its competitors. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Sally Passey at [email protected]