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Milestone and Leonardo Sign Power-by-the-hour Agreement

Deal covers more than 100 helicopters owned by the leasing company

Francesco Bellardi, Leonardo v-p customer support and services, and Kieran Hannan, Milestone Aviation head of fleet and technical operations — Francesco Bellardi (left), Leonardo v-p customer support and services, and Kieran Hannan, Milestone Aviation head of fleet and technical operations, signed a framework agreement covering the leasing company’s more than 100 Leonardo helicopters.

By Matt Thurber • Editor-in-Chief

July 8, 2025

Milestone Aviation Group and Leonardo have signed a framework agreement that covers the leasing company’s fleet of more than 100 Leonardo helicopters. It includes a “streamlined power-by-the-hour transition solution” for the Milestone fleet, the companies said. The power-by-the-hour solution is designed to benefit Milestone customers flying Leonardo AW139s, AW169s, and/or AW189s.

“This agreement serves as a renewed affirmation of the enduring and robust relationship between Leonardo and Milestone—a strategic partnership that has consistently yielded successful outcomes over the years and reflects the culmination of several months of close and productive collaboration between both organizations,” said Francesco Bellardi, Leonardo's v-p customer support and services. “This agreement not only solidifies the foundation of mutual trust and cooperation but also lays the groundwork across Leonardo’s global operations.”

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