Rotorcraft
AgustaWestland Mulls Going Solo on Brazil Helo Assembly
AgustaWestland is preparing the way to possible final assembly of its helicopters, such as the AW169, in Brazil with plans to expand the São Paulo facilities of its local subsidiary. (Photo: David McIntosh)
AgustaWestland is preparing the way to possible final assembly of its helicopters, such as the AW169, in Brazil with plans to expand the São Paulo facilities of its local subsidiary. (Photo: David McIntosh)

AgustaWestland is preparing the way to possible final assembly of its helicopters in Brazil with plans to expand the São Paulo facilities of its local subsidiary, the Italian company said yesterday at LABACE. Construction is due to be completed by the end of next year and the enlarged facility will also be used to accommodate a training center, bonded warehouse, workshop space and a heliport.