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Bell 360 Invictus Build Makes Significant Progress
Bell and Team Invictus are combining industry-leading technology with digital processes to improve manufacturing, testing, and...
Garth Calitz
Aug 17, 20212 min read

Bell’s HSVTOL technology is a Step-Change Improvement in Rotorcraft Capabilities
Bell Helicopters recently announced the unveiling of design concepts for new aircraft systems for military applications which would use...
Garth Calitz
Aug 4, 20212 min read


NOTAR. No Tail Rotor Helicopter
NOTAR is a helicopter system which avoids the use of a tail rotor. It was developed by McDonnell Douglas Helicopter Systems (through...
Garth Calitz
Aug 4, 20214 min read


The Mighty Aérospatiale Gazelle
The Aérospatiale Gazelle originated in a French Army requirement for a lightweight observation helicopter intended to replace the...
Garth Calitz
Jun 29, 20216 min read


Bell Participates in 67 Blankets Initiative
Bell was proud to join MCC Aviation on June 9 in support of a special event in South Africa – the 67 Blankets initiative. During the...
Garth Calitz
Jun 29, 20213 min read


The First rescue helicopter to fly on Sustainable Biofuel
A rescue helicopter has flown on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for the first time, achieving a new milestone in international aviation....
Garth Calitz
Jun 8, 20213 min read


Operating HEMS in South Africa with Henley Air
Supplied by Bell Helicopters Henley Air, has launched its very own Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) in South Africa, utilizing...
Garth Calitz
Jun 2, 20212 min read


Robinson Deliver their 13000th Helicopter
On April 23, 2021, Robinson Helicopter delivered its 13,000 helicopter, R44 S/N 14438 to long-time Robinson dealer SKY Helicopters of...
Garth Calitz
May 4, 20212 min read


Sikorsky S-97 RAIDER Demonstrates Agility
Flying low, fast and expertly executing crisp, tight, quick manoeuvres that only Sikorsky's X2 Technology™ family of helicopters brings,...
Garth Calitz
May 4, 20214 min read


Bell Celebrates 60 Bell 505 Deliveries in Europe
Bell Textron Inc announced the delivery of another Bell 505 to the Montenegro Air Force, making it the 60th Bell 505 aircraft in Europe....
Garth Calitz
May 4, 20212 min read
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