H145
AW189Training Programs Offered
About This Training Center
The Leonardo Helicopters Training Academy in Sesto Calende serves as the company's flagship European training facility, housing advanced Level D Full Flight Simulators for both the AW189 and H145 aircraft types. This state-of-the-art facility represents Leonardo's commitment to providing the highest quality helicopter training in the Lombardy region of Italy.
The academy offers comprehensive training programs including Initial Type Rating courses, Recurrent Training, Pilot Proficiency Checks (PPC), and Operator Proficiency Checks (OPC). Specialized training capabilities include Line Oriented Flight Training (LOFT), Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT), Differences Training, and CAT II/III Approach procedures. The facility integrates multiple training methodologies, combining classroom instruction with Virtual Interactive Procedural Trainer (VIPT) sessions before progressing to full simulator training.
As part of the ROTORSIM joint venture between Leonardo and CAE, the Sesto Calende facility benefits from cutting-edge simulator technology and training methodologies. The academy's location in northern Italy provides convenient access for European operators while maintaining Leonardo's reputation for excellence in helicopter training services. Students benefit from the company's comprehensive approach that includes e-learning platforms available 24/7 and the AWTraining mobile application for continuous learning support.
Getting Here
The nearest major airport is Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Pilots travelling for training can fly into this airport for convenient access to the training facility.
About Leonardo Helicopters Training
Leonardo Helicopters is a global leader in vertical flight solutions, operating in over 150 countries and providing comprehensive training services through an extensive international network. The company supports more than 5,000 helicopters worldwide through over 1,800 personnel across 13 Training Academies and Training Centres globally.
Leonardo's training capabilities encompass the full spectrum of helicopter operations, from initial type rating courses to advanced operational training including Search and Rescue (SAR) and Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS). The company operates state-of-the-art Full Flight Simulators (FFS) representing the latest technology, complemented by Enhanced Training Devices (ETDs) with touchscreen capability and Virtual Interactive Procedural Trainer (VIPT) systems.
Through its joint venture ROTORSIM with CAE, Leonardo manages multiple Level D certified simulators across key locations including Italy and the United States. Training programs integrate remote instruction, classroom learning, simulator sessions, and final helicopter training phases. The company's 24/7 Fleet Operation Centres in Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States provide continuous support to civil and military operators worldwide.
Leonardo's training services extend beyond flight crew preparation to include maintenance technicians, ground personnel, and specialized operators using advanced training devices such as MITHOS (Modular Interactive Trainer for Helicopter Operators) for hoist operator training. The comprehensive approach ensures operators maintain the highest standards of safety and performance across their entire operational lifecycle.