Leonardo expands Sesto Calende facility for helicopter simulator production
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Updated Oct 5
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What happened
Leonardo opened a new building at its Sesto Calende facility dedicated to the development and manufacture of helicopter flight simulators. The structure spans over 6,000 square meters and integrates engineering, design, production, assembly, and testing under one roof. Employee numbers at the site increased from approximately 470 in 2022 to over 610 in 2025.
From verticalmag.com
Why it matters
The expansion strengthens Leonardo's capabilities in rotary-wing simulation systems. The new facility establishes Sesto Calende as a major development and production hub for the company’s simulation business.
From verticalmag.com
Who's involved
- LeonardoItalian defense, security and aerospace company expanding its simulation capabilities
- Italian Air ForceAir warfare branch of Italy's armed forces that utilizes the simulators
- Sesto CalendeItalian comune hosting the new 6,000 square meter facility
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The entities involved
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Leonardo
Italian defense, security and aerospace company
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Italian Air Force
air warfare branch of Italy's armed forces
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