Germany – REISER Simulation and Training, a Germany-based helicopter simulator solutions provider, has announced a strategic collaboration with Italian aerospace manufacturer Leonardo to codevelop a next-generation AW139 Level 3 Flight Training Device (FTD). The announcement was made during the 2025 European Rotors Show in Cologne.

• The partnership targets the development of a high-fidelity, cost-effective AW139 Level 3 FTD tailored to civil-market requirements.

• Leonardo will contribute OEM-grade simulation fidelity, while REISER will integrate its advanced simulator architecture and training technologies.

• The collaboration addresses operational needs from UK-based AW139 operator HeliOperations, with a Memorandum of Understanding signed to deliver one of the initial systems.

• The new training device aims to serve operators of small to mid-sized fleets by offering in-house training capabilities without requiring the investment level of full flight simulators.

• The device is designed to improve flight safety and operational readiness, particularly in budget-sensitive environments.

Statements

• “For REISER, this partnership and the development of another helicopter training device together with Leonardo marks an important milestone in the collaboration and extends the product portfolio by one of the most relevant helicopter types in the world,” said REISER CEO Dr. Johannes Hain.

Source: REISER Simulation and Training
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