Helicopter • Leonardo • AW169, AW169M (Military), AW169LR (Extended Range)
| Manufacturer | Leonardo |
| Model | AW169 |
| Category | Helicopter |
| Variants | AW169, AW169M (Military), AW169LR (Extended Range) |
| Production Years | 2014 – 2025 |
| Seating | 9 seats |
| Typical TTAF | 2,800 hours |
| Markets | United States, Italy, Germany, United Kingdom, Canada |
| Price Range | $18.0M – $32.0M |
The Leonardo AW169 is a modern, twin-engine light intermediate helicopter designed for civil and government operations. Launched in 2009 and entering service in 2014, it represents a significant evolution in the AW-series platform, offering enhanced capabilities over its predecessor, the AW119. The AW169 features a spacious cabin, advanced avionics suite, and excellent hot-and-high performance characteristics. It is widely used for emergency medical services (EMS), law enforcement, corporate transport, search and rescue, and offshore operations. The helicopter is distinguished by its reliability, operational efficiency, and versatility across diverse mission profiles. Its twin-engine configuration provides enhanced safety margins and redundancy critical for commercial operations. The aircraft features a modern glass cockpit with latest generation avionics, comfortable seating for up to nine passengers plus crew, and a large cargo door enabling diverse mission capabilities. Leonardo continues to develop enhanced variants with improved engines and systems, maintaining the AW169 as a competitive offering in the light-to-intermediate helicopter market segment.
Maximum Speed: 287 km/h (155 knots)
Range: 1,250 km (675 nautical miles)
Service Ceiling: 6,100 meters (20,000 feet)
Engines: 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210S turboshaft
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 4,750 kg (10,472 lbs)
Cruise Speed: 260 km/h (140 knots)
Endurance: 4 hours 45 minutes