Mar 12, 2026 · Mitsui Bussan Aerospace, Leonardo’s official distributor in Japan, ordered the first two of up to eleven AW139/AW169/AW189
at Verticon 2026. Since 2004, more than 90 helicopters have been delivered to operators across the country.
Oct 16, 2024 · Toho Air ordered an additional Leonardo AW139 helicopter for its shuttle service during Japan Aerospace (JA2024) in Tokyo, October 16-18
Jun 21, 2023 · Leonardo’s distributor in Japan, Mitsui Bussan, has placed an order for two AW169 at the Paris Air Show, including one designated for firefighting service bringing the total number of these helicopters in the country to eight
Mar 16, 2023 · Mitsui Bussan Aerospace (MBA), authorised distributor for Leonardo AW139, AW169 and AW189 models in Japan, ordered 6 AW139 helicopters including 2 for Japan Coast Guard and 2 for National Police
Sep 2, 2020 · Tokyo Metropolitan Government evaluates the Leonardo AW609 tilt-rotor for transport connections with Ogasawara island. The world’s first AW609 full flight simulator will be ready later this year at Philadelphia