AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and supporting the world's most technologically advanced helicopters. With over 100 years of experience in the aerospace industry, AgustaWestland provides a full range of rotorcraft for every commercial, government and military application, and an unrivalled capability in training and support solutions.

Its subsidiary, AgustaWestland North American (AWNA), headquartered in Reston, Virginia, is responsible for the company's U.S. government programs and provides strategic guidance and support to all AgustaWestland business operations in North America.

AWNA is committed to providing cutting-edge, innovative, vertical lift technology to support the armed forces, Department of Homeland Security, and other U.S. government customers. The company's record of excellence includes: supporting U.S. Army aviation assets during the first Gulf War; over seven years of success with the Coast Guard's highly touted airborne drug interdiction program, known as the Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron (HITRON); and the Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection aircraft performing critical surveillance and border security missions.

At the company's facility in Philadelphia, AgustaWestland's commercial business unit manufactures and supports some of the most technologically advanced helicopters operating across the United States. Each helicopter is built to fit the unique needs of a diverse customer base, from search and rescue operators to medevac, and state and local law enforcement organizations including the Los Angeles Fire Department, the New York City Police Department, and the Pennsylvania State Police.