Verified Nov 2026
Chassis & Safety Systems
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Mesa, Arizona
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Since 1947
MD Helicopters is a helicopter manufacturer headquartered in Mesa, Arizona, United States, founded in 1947. It has an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated revenue band of $100-250M, and it is privately held. The company makes light utility and tandem-rotor helicopters and serves automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, military-defense, industrial-equipment, and aerospace customers. In a recent development, the company named an authorized representative for Africa, reported by HeliHub.com in November 2026.
MD Helicopters at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1947
Headquarters
Mesa, Arizona
Certifications
AS9100 · ISO 9001
Import activity
12
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Military & Defense
Industrial Equipment
Aerospace
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
12
Named foreign suppliers
5
Top origins
New Zealand · Mexico · Spain · Germany
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from MD Helicopters.
What this tells a buyer
No customs data is available for the company, so the most recent development is that HeliHub.com reported on November 5, 2026 that MD Helicopters appointed an authorized representative for Africa.
The company holds AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications and lists bearing, LED, glass, and casting among its product categories.
MD Helicopters is privately held and, according to the record, has 2,500 or more aircraft in service worldwide.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
79 years in operation (founded 1947).
Holds AS9100, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
MD Helicopters is a helicopter manufacturer headquartered in Mesa, Arizona, United States, founded in 1947. It has an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated revenue band of $100-250M, and it is privately held. The company makes light utility and tandem-rotor helicopters and serves automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, military-defense, industrial-equipment, and aerospace customers. In a recent development, the company named an authorized representative for Africa, reported by HeliHub.com in November 2026.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1947 |
Headquarters | Mesa, Arizona |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Chassis & Safety Systems |
Certifications | AS9100 · ISO 9001 |
What MD Helicopters makes
The company holds AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications and lists bearing, LED, glass, and casting among its product categories.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Bearing, LED, Glass, Casting (source: mdhelicopters.com).
Certifications
MD Helicopters is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — mdhelicopters.com
ISO 9001 — mdhelicopters.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs data is available for the company, so the most recent development is that HeliHub.com reported on November 5, 2026 that MD Helicopters appointed an authorized representative for Africa. US customs bill-of-lading records list 12 inbound shipments across 5 foreign suppliers, with top origins including New Zealand · Mexico · Spain · Germany.
Latest developments
2026-11-05 — HeliHub.com : MD Helicopters appoints authorized representative for Africa - HeliHub.com (helihub.com)
2026-11-02 — MD Helicopters Names Rotor Partners as Africa Representative · Helis (helis.com)
2026-09-30 — MD Helicopters takes orders for MD 564 | Airframer News | Airframer (airframer.com)
2026-04-13 — Just Helicopters > Articles and News > Industry Wide News (justhelicopters.com)
2025-12-15 — AERO-IDAG Named Authorized Service Center for MD Helicopters in Central & Eastern Europe (einpresswire.com)
2025-06-09 — MD launches Flight School Next bid with 530F - RotorHub International (rotorhub.com)
Company details
MD Helicopters is privately held and, according to the record, has 2,500 or more aircraft in service worldwide. MD Helicopters was founded in 1947, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Mesa, Arizona. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 79 years in operation (founded 1947). Holds AS9100, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does MD Helicopters make?
MD Helicopters is a helicopter manufacturer headquartered in Mesa, Arizona, United States, founded in 1947. It has an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated revenue band of $100-250M, and it is privately held. The company makes light utility and tandem-rotor helicopters and serves automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, military-defense, industrial-equipment, and aerospace customers. In a recent development, the company named an authorized representative for Africa, reported by HeliHub.com in November 2026.
Where is MD Helicopters headquartered?
MD Helicopters is headquartered in Mesa, Arizona (4555 East McDowell Road, Mesa, Arizona, 85215).
When was MD Helicopters founded?
MD Helicopters was founded in 1947.
How big is MD Helicopters?
MD Helicopters has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does MD Helicopters hold?
MD Helicopters lists AS9100 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does MD Helicopters import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 12 inbound shipments for MD Helicopters, with top origins including New Zealand · Mexico · Spain · Germany.
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