Tag: Leonardo Helicopters

Leonardo TH-119 Helicopter Obtains FAA IFR Certification

July 18, 2019

Leonardo announced today that its TH-119 helicopter received IFR supplemental type certification by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The TH-119 is the only single engine helicopter in decades to meet current IFR requirements, allowing pilots to operate the aircraft safely in low visibility and challenging weather conditions, thanks to advanced avionics by Genesys Aerosystems and … More Leonardo TH-119 Helicopter Obtains FAA IFR Certification

Italy’s National Fire Corps Receives First Two AW139 Helicopters

April 26, 2019

Italy’s National Fire Corps receives first two AW139 helicopters, the backbone of the Country’s rescue and emergency response services. The helicopters will carry out search and medical rescue, firefighting and disaster relief with enhanced operational effectiveness from all national bases. The first AW139 of the National Fire Corps is now entering service.  With the delivery … More Italy’s National Fire Corps Receives First Two AW139 Helicopters

AW189s added to Korean and Malaysian Fire-Fighting Fleets

April 1, 2019

The Malaysia Fire and Rescue Department (Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia) and Korea’s Seoul Fire Department are beginning operations with their AW189s and will soon be followed by the Tokyo Fire Department. Asia Pacific is the region with the strongest growth prospects for all of Leonardo’s aerospace and defence capabilities. In the helicopter sector, public … More AW189s added to Korean and Malaysian Fire-Fighting Fleets