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UK – Bell returns to Salon Privé with 407GXP and 505

UK – Bell returns to Salon Privé with 407GXP and 505

Global helicopter manufacturer Bell Textron Inc. has returned to Salon Privé at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire, England for one of the United Kingdom’s most prestigious luxury automotive events. Bell is showcasing two static models at this year’s show: the Bell 407GXi Designer Series and the Bell 505, reinforcing Bell’s long-established aerial presence in the United Kingdom. The post UK – Bell returns to Salon Privé with 407GXP and 505 appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Sep 4, 2026 · byHeliHub
Bell awarded $43.2M contract for H-1 gearboxes

Bell awarded $43.2M contract for H-1 gearboxes

Bell Textron Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, is being awarded $43,215,352 for an undefinitized contract action delivery order (N00383-26-F-0083) under previously awarded basic ordering agreement N00383-22-G-ZL01 for the procurement of 32 gearboxes in support of H-1 helicopters sold to the Czech Republic under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. All work will be performed in Fort The post Bell awarded $43.2M contract for H-1 gearboxes appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Sep 1, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Bell Australia adds hydraulics capabilities

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has expanded its component, repair, and overhaul (CRO) facility in Australia to include hydraulic component maintenance and repair. This marks a major milestone as Bell’s first facility in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region to offer specialized hydraulic services, reinforcing the company’s commitment to comprehensive aftermarket support across Australia and The post Bell Australia adds hydraulics capabilities appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Aug 13, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Bell Awarded Contract for SPINE Upgrades to H-1 Fleet

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has announced an estimated $300 million, firm-fixed-price, fixed-price incentive, and cost-plus-fixed-fee contract from the Department of Navy. This base plus three option years contract provides the Structural and Power Improvements for NextGen Effects (SPINE) upgrades on up to 49 U.S. Marine Corp AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom aircraft. The post Bell Awarded Contract for SPINE Upgrades to H-1 Fleet appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Aug 7, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Aichi Prefectural Police commnces aerial policing using B505

Bell Textron Inc., announced the Aichi Prefectural Police have officially commenced aerial policing operations utilizing the Bell 505, marking a landmark moment for aviation in the Asia-Pacific region. A ceremony held at the Komaki Airport in Nagoya, Japan, celebrated the milestone, which commemorates the Bell 505 as the first aircraft of its type deployed for The post Aichi Prefectural Police commnces aerial policing using B505 appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Aug 6, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Bell secures $300 million contract to modernise US Marine Corps H-1 helicopter fleet

Bell Textron has been awarded an estimated US$300 million contract by the U.S. Department of the Navy to upgrade up to 49 U.S. Marine Corps H-1 helicopters under the Structural and Power Improvements for NextGen Effects (SPINE) programme. The contract covers the modernisation of 21 UH-1Y Venom utility helicopters and 28 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters. […]

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Aug 5, 2026 · byAviation24.be
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Bell awarded contract for SPINE upgrades to H-1 fleet

Bell Textron has been awarded an estimated US$300 million contract by the US Department of the Navy to upgrade up to 49 US Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom helicopters under the Structural and Power Improvements for NextGen Effects (SPINE) programme. The firm-fixed-price, fixed-price incentive and cost-plus-fixed-fee contract covers Phase 3.0 of the SPINE […] The post Bell awarded contract for SPINE upgrades to H-1 fleet appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News .

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Jul 28, 2026 · byAviTrader
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Texas A&M Forest Service to add 2 Subaru B412EPXs to Fleet

Bell Textron Inc., company, announced the order for two SUBARU Bell 412EPXs by Texas A&M Forest Services, the lead wildfire and forest management organization in Texas. These will be the first Bell aircraft to join the Texas A&M Forest Service fleet as part of a master purchasing agreement, which includes options for additional aircraft. With The post Texas A&M Forest Service to add 2 Subaru B412EPXs to Fleet appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Jul 24, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Bell Celebrates First IFR-Configured B407GXi Order in UK

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced during Farnborough International Airshow 2026 that it received a signed purchase agreement for an IFR-configured Bell 407GXi, marking the first time that the platform with an IFR configuration kit will be operated by a customer in the United Kingdom. “Our team is honored to celebrate this signing and expand our Bell 407GXi offerings to customers in the United Kingdom,” said Robin Wendling, managing director, Europe, Bell. “The Bell 407GXi The post Bell Celebrates First IFR-Configured B407GXi Order in UK appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Jul 23, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Bell Training Academy Hits 240K Flight Hours

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced a new milestone of 240,000 flight hours for the Bell Training Academy (BTA), reflecting Bell’s ongoing dedication to safety, capability and innovative learning. The academy continues to strengthen its position as a leading provider of pilot and maintenance training, supporting growing demand from commercial and The post Bell Training Academy Hits 240K Flight Hours appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Jul 22, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Bell uses Farnborough Airshow to mark 700th 505 delivery

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced during Farnborough International Airshow 2026 that it has delivered its 700th Bell 505 to a private VIP operator, highlighting the platforms’ popularity in the corporate aircraft segment. “Our team is honored to ring in this Bell 505 milestone right here at the Farnborough International Airshow,” said Robin Wendling, managing director, The post Bell uses Farnborough Airshow to mark 700th 505 delivery appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Jul 20, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Bell completes first MV-75 wings

Bell Textron has completed assembly of two wing structures for the MV-75 Cheyenne, marking a key step in the development of the next-generation tiltrotor aircraft. The wings will be integrated into the first two MV-75 test aircraft, moving the programme into the next stage of its build process. Bell said the milestone reflects progress in […] The post Bell completes first MV-75 wings appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News .

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Jun 15, 2026 · byAviTrader
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Bell Completes First Two Wing Structures for the MV-75 Cheyenne

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has successfully completed the assembly of two wing structures for the MV-75 Cheyenne, marking a significant milestone in the development of the next-generation aircraft.  Bell will integrate these wings into the first two MV-75 test aircraft, advancing the program’s build process. The tiltrotor wing is a key piece The post Bell Completes First Two Wing Structures for the MV-75 Cheyenne appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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Jun 15, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Texas Dept of Public Safety Accepts Delivery of B407GXi

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced  the delivery of the Texas Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) new Bell 407GXi. This delivery comes on the heels of an announcement made during Verticon earlier this year highlighting the purchase order of the new Bell 407GXi to Texas DPS. “Bell is proud of the nearly 60-year relationship we The post Texas Dept of Public Safety Accepts Delivery of B407GXi appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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May 29, 2026 · byHeliHub
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Indian operator TransBharat Aviation orders Bell 407GXi

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced the order of the first Bell 407GXi helicopter in India to TransBharat Aviation Private Limited, one of India’s most established non-scheduled rotary-wing operators. Founded in 1990, TransBharat Aviation has been a trusted Bell customer for decades, operating a fleet that includes the iconic Bell 206B3 and the The post Indian operator TransBharat Aviation orders Bell 407GXi appeared first on HeliHub.com .

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May 29, 2026 · byHeliHub