Schweizer

What Schweizer does

Schweizer RSG is a Fort Worth, Texas-based manufacturer of FAA-certified light piston and turbine helicopters, operating the 269-series airframe heritage acquired from Sikorsky in January 2018 and tracing lineage to the original Hughes 269 first flown in 1956. The company produces three core aircraft — the S300CBi two-seat trainer (~$550,000), the S300C two-to-three-seat utility helicopter (~$620,000), and the S333 four-seat turbine helicopter (~$1,800,000) — at its FAA Part 21 facility in Fort Worth, alongside an OEM-certified factory refurbishment program for used airframes. Technical differentiation centers on safety systems including an 8-belt redundant drive, a fully articulated three-blade rotor system, energy-attenuating seats, and a crash-resistant fuel system that received STC approval in February 2024.

The business generates revenue through new aircraft sales, OEM-certified refurbishments, parts and accessories, and a portfolio of training and technical services (factory pilot training via a Helicopter Institute partnership, maintenance courses priced from $1,550 to $3,100, and FAA-approved flight manuals priced $24.95–$69.95). Distribution combines direct factory sales from Fort Worth with an authorized dealer and service center network spanning more than 30 countries across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Africa. Primary customer segments are flight schools and training operators (the largest end-market, anchored by customers such as Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and U.S. Aviation Training Solutions), utility and agricultural operators, executive/EMS operators of the S333, and private helicopter owners.

Capacity has scaled to 12–15 aircraft annually with stated plans to reach 25–30 units as demand increases; production resumed in 2019 under an FAA Production Authorization and received a full Production Certificate in March 2023. The company holds FAA Type Certificate, FAA Part 145 Repair Station (#SWZR311E), and ISO 9001/AS9100 certifications. It is privately held by individual owners with investor backing and financed growth in part through a $20 million credit facility arranged with BizCap in August 2022.

Name

Schweizer

Legal name

SchweizerRSG

Website

https://schweizerrsg.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Schweizer RSG manufactures FAA-certified light piston and turbine helicopters (S300C, S300CBi, S333) from its Fort Worth, Texas facility, serving global flight schools, utility operators, and private owners through direct sales and an authorized service network spanning 30+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Light Helicopter Manufacturing

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)

SIC

Aircraft (3721), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Civil/Commercial Helicopter Manufacturing (IMABABAA)

Keywords

• Light helicopter manufacturing
• Piston turbine helicopters
• Helicopter flight training
• OEM aircraft refurbishment
• Aviation parts distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Worth

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. New Helicopter Sales: Sale of factory-new S300C, S300CBi, and S333 helicopters directly from Fort Worth manufacturing facility. Aircraft are sold with comprehensive factory warranties.
2. OEM Certified Refurbished Helicopters: Industry-exclusive factory refurbishment program offering complete overhauls of previously owned helicopters with OEM warranty coverage at significant savings versus new.
3. Parts and Accessories: Full inventory of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts, manuals, tools, and accessories for all Schweizer helicopter models.
4. Pilot Training Programs: Factory-authorized pilot training through partnership with Helicopter Institute at Fort Worth facility, covering initial through advanced ratings.
5. Maintenance Training Courses: Hands-on factory maintenance training at Fort Worth facility including Initial Class (80 hours, $3,100), Recurrent Training (40 hours, $1,550), and Advanced Course (40 hours, $1,550).
6. Flight Manuals and Technical Publications: Sale of FAA-approved flight manuals and technical documentation for all helicopter models, priced from $24.95 to $69.95.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Schweizer manufactures new FAA-certified light piston and turbine helicopters (S300CBi 2-seat trainer, S300C 2-3 seat utility, and S333 4-seat turbine) at its Fort Worth, Texas facility, and offers an industry-exclusive OEM Certified factory refurbishment program for previously owned aircraft. The company complements its helicopter sales with a full inventory of OEM parts and accessories, FAA-approved flight manuals and technical publications, factory-authorized pilot training through Helicopter Institute, hands-on maintenance training, and a worldwide authorized service center network.

Product overview

Schweizer manufactures three new helicopter models—the S300CBi (2-seat dual-control trainer, $550,000), S300C (2-3 seat utility, $620,000), and S333 (4-seat turbine, $1,800,000)—alongside an OEM Certified refurbishment program that restores previously owned aircraft to factory-new standards with full warranties. The company also provides a complementary portfolio of flight manuals, pilot training through Helicopter Institute partnership, and aircraft maintenance training at its Fort Worth facility. This helicopter lineup is supported by a worldwide network of authorized service centers spanning North America, Europe, Australia, and other regions, along with direct customer service and technical support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Schweizer RSG: Primary operating brand for light piston and turbine helicopters manufacturing, parts, training, and support services.

Products and services

• S300CBi Helicopter

Quantifiable outcome

• Highest safety record verified by NTSB for all FAA-certified piston-powered helicopters
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• U.S. Aviation Training Solutions (USATS)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 19 February 2025Largest single order in company history - 25 S300CBi helicopters for flight training operations at Florida's Space Coast. Represents company's largest fleet sale and significant customer relationship.
• Elicuneo P.S.C.R.L.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 September 2024Latest European authorized sales and service center located in Boglietto, Italy. Provides factory-authorized support for Italian operators with direct access to Schweizer technical resources.
• Helix AVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 22 August 2024New authorized sales and service center serving the United Kingdom and Ireland. Located at Kent International Airport, Manston. Expands European coverage for factory-trained support.
• HeliPoint AustraliacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 29 July 2024Authorized sales and service center for Darwin, Australia. Part of expanding global authorized service network providing factory-trained support for Australian and Pacific region operators.
• Helicopter InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFactory-authorized pilot training partnership conducted at Schweizer's Fort Worth facility. Helicopter Institute provides comprehensive flight training using Schweizer helicopters, from private pilot certification through advanced ratings.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor aviation education institution using Schweizer helicopters for training at Daytona Beach, Florida and Prescott, Arizona campuses. Long-standing training partner.
• Global Authorized Service Center NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of authorized dealers and service centers including Air Flite (Oklahoma), Civic Helicopters (California), Precision Aviation (New York), ABC Helicopteres (France), AOG Heliservices (Canada), Elicuneo (Italy), Hel Holland (Netherlands), S.P. Helicopter Service (Germany), Shanghai Sikorsky (China), Specialist Aviation Services (Belgium), Aeromundo (Mexico), and others worldwide.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/schweizerusa
• Xx.com/schweizerRSG
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/schweizerusa

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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