Polish helicopter manufacturer and subsidiary of Leonardo Group, specializing in military and civilian rotorcraft design and production.
| Headquarters | 🇵🇱 Świdnik, Poland |
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| Region | EUROPE |
PZL-Swidnik is a major European helicopter manufacturer based in Świdnik, Poland, and has been part of the Leonardo Group since 1992. The company designs and manufactures military helicopters, including the W-3 Sokół and W-4 Żubr families, as well as civilian variants. It serves NATO and international customers with advanced rotorcraft systems.
As a Leonardo subsidiary, PZL-Swidnik benefits from integration with Leonardo's broader defense portfolio and participates in European defense programs. The company maintains significant R&D capabilities and production facilities in Poland.
PZL-Swidnik was established as a Polish state-owned helicopter manufacturer during the Cold War and became part of the Leonardo Group (then Finmeccanica) in 1992, transforming into a modern European defense contractor while maintaining its Polish operations and heritage.