Aircraft Manufacturing in the
Canton of Nidwalden

Aerolite AG

Since 2003 · 11–20 empl.·4.0(20)

The core activity of Aerolite AG is the development and implementation of aeromedical solutions and completions for aircraft and helicopters, including the integration of mission equipment and the development of lightweight, innovative components made of composite materials.

PILATUS Flugzeugwerke AG

Since 1939 · 21–50 empl.·5.0(2)

The core activity of Pilatus is the development, manufacture and marketing of aircraft, in particular business and private aircraft, as well as the provision of services such as maintenance, repair and training for these aircraft.

Light Wing AG

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(4)

Light Wing AG is a manufacturer certified under EASA Part 21 that develops and produces the Lightwing AC4 light aircraft. The CS‑LSA‑certified AC4 is offered as a sport, tow and training aircraft equipped with Rotax fuel‑injected engines and Dynon avionics.

Pilatus Aircraft Service AG

Since 1980 · 101–500 empl.

Pilatus Aircraft Service AG develops and produces aircraft for business, private, special mission and training use. The company also provides customer support, authorised service centres, MyPilatus and service programmes such as CrystalCare.

1comet AG

Since 2013 · 1–10 empl.

1comet AG develops and tests the 1comet, an ultra-laminar microlift glider. The work covers foot‑launch and electric versions and includes CFD and FEM engineering, structural testing and flight testing.

Lightwing L + S AG

Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(4)

Lightwing L + S AG is a Part‑21 certified manufacturer that develops and produces the Lightwing AC4 aircraft. The AC4 is certified as a CS‑LSA and marketed for sport, towing and training use; it is fitted with fuel‑injected Rotax engines (e.g. 912 iS, 915 iSc) and Dynon avionics, and the product pages note low fuel consumption and low noise levels.

AirDesign Gliders AG

Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.

AirDesign Gliders AG develops and sells paragliders, harnesses, rescue systems and accessories for the paragliding sector. Its range includes products for different pilot levels as well as tandem, hike-and-fly and expedition equipment.

Heli Solutions GmbH

Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.