Brazilian retail company Havan has placed an order for a second AW169 light-intermediate twin-engine helicopter in corporate transport configuration, with delivery expected to be performed from Leonardo's Vergiate final assembly facility in Italy at the end of 2028.

This contract provides evidence of the customer's satisfaction with its first AW169, delivered in late 2025, as well as its continued reliance on Leonardo VIP helicopters, which are designed and crafted under its exclusive Agusta executive brand, as Havan has already operated several AW109 light twins over the years. This second AW169 shares similar configuration with the first aircraft, featuring hinged cabin doors and a 4+2+2 seating layout, among others.

The introduction of Leonardo Helicopters has been instrumental in extending Havan's reach and enabling rapid access to locations, as the number of its shops has grown over the last 20 years, both in opening new shops and in business management.

The success of the AW169 in Latin America is growing rapidly. To date a total of 30 units have been sold across Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay for various roles. Most of them were procured by Brazilian operators for passenger transport, law enforcement, firefighting and rescue duties. The VIP/corporate transport role remains the most acclaimed in the country, with an existing fleet of 18 units and four additional aircraft planned for delivery and entry into service within 2026.

The latest certification standards, advanced navigation capabilities, high performance, cabin volume and comfort, customisation possibilities and unique features, such as the APU-mode allowing the use of onboard equipment while on the ground with rotors stopped, have been among the AW169's key drivers for success in Brazil delivering passenger transport services.

In January 2026, the first Superior Performance Package-enabled AW169 VIP arrived for a Brazilian operator. This standard features software and avionics enhancements, an uprated transmission, greater power output, increased payload and structural/aerodynamic modifications to further improve overall performance.

The type also leverages localised advanced technical support services through Leonardo's Brazilian service and logistics centre in Itapevi, near São Paulo, which is now being further expanded with the addition of a new building to be completed by year-end, new services including enhancement of components repair and overhaul capabilities, as well as painting and completion. With this expansion, the centre will be able to host up to 28 helicopters at a time compared to today's capacity of 20.

Designed with the principle of maximum flexibility, the AW169 continues to provide all-new capabilities to operators seeking an ideal combination of light-helicopter cost with higher-category performance, payload and cabin space, all backed by comprehensive, ever-growing support and training services. The AW169 prioritises both passenger well-being and crew efficiency. When the rotor blades are fully stopped, an APU mode allows for the continued operation of heating/air conditioning, radios and electrical support for onboard equipment. The modern glass cockpit with touchscreen devices allows the pilot rapid access to information and greater visualisation and situational awareness. Over 380 AW169s are on order today by operators in over 30 countries for the widest scope of applications, including VIP transport, EMS, utility, energy support, law enforcement, disaster relief, firefighting, electronic news gathering and government duties.