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Saudi Operator Expands Fleet With Latest Leonardo Deal
The Helicopter Company, Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, has ordered 11 additional Leonardo AW139 helicopters, with deliveries scheduled between 2027 and 2028. The new aircraft will reinforce the company’s dual-OEM strategy and fleet optimization plans, supporting services such as Emergency Medical Services, VIP transport, and offshore operations. The order was announced at the Farnborough International Airshow and falls under a multi-year framework agreement for up to 130 helicopters. This latest order marks a key milestone in the company’s expansion plans, according to AeroTime.