Bell, April 21, 2026 - The Bell team is gearing up to attend the 32nd annual AERO Friedrichshafen, one of the largest aviation shows in Europe, equipped with its Bell 505 and Bell 407GXi on a full-static display in anticipation of the show’s thousands of expected attendees.
Robin Wendling, managing director of Europe, Bell, said “Bell is excited to be back with two of our advanced aircraft solutions that have gained significant attention throughout the region. Whether you’re a business executive looking to reduce travel time, or an adventure seeker looking to go on a weekend trip away from home, Bell has the aircraft solution for you.”
In addition to its static displays, Bell’s sales managers and customer service engineers will be onsite alongside its Authorized Partner in Germany, Rheinland Air Service GmbH (RAS), to host spectators looking to learn more about the platforms.
The aircraft duo are no strangers to the European market. Last year, Bell’s Europe-based team celebrated many significant milestones with the two platforms, including closing out the year with signed purchase agreements for three Bell 505s to Heli Transair, 24 aircraft orders for a mix of Bell 505s, Bell 407GXis, and Bell 429s in the corporate segment, surpassing the 700-flight hour milestone on the Bell 505 using blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and furthering its aftermarket support network through its Europe Support Center and Bell Training Academy in Valencia, Spain.
“Bell has been an active partner for our operators in region for many years, and we look forward to continuing to deepen our footprint in Europe,” added Wendling.
The Bell 407GXi is known for its performance and fuel efficiency, cruising effortlessly at 133 knots (246 km/h). The helicopter's advanced Garmin G1000H NXi Flight Deck improves situational awareness and reduces pilot workload by presenting critical safety information on its all-glass avionic suite. The platform is favored during various missions, including corporate transport, search and rescue, and emergency medical services.
To find out more about how Bell aircraft advances missions worldwide, please visit the Bell product page or stop by the Bell booth (Hall B5) during AERO Friedrichshafen 2026.
About Bell : Thinking above and beyond is what we do. For more than 90 years, we’ve been reimagining the experience of flight – and where it can take us. We're an aerospace and defense company that engineers and manufactures aircraft for critical solutions in extreme scenarios. We're breaking barriers in lifting people to safety across transportation, medical, rescue and military services, and leading the industry in future solutions that are fast, reliable and efficient.
Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas – as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Textron Inc., – we have strategic locations around the globe. And with nearly one quarter of our workforce having served, helping our military achieve their missions is a passion of ours. Above all, our breakthrough innovations deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. Efficiently. Reliably. And always, with safety at the forefront.
About Textron : Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training.
Robin Wendling, managing director of Europe, Bell, said “Bell is excited to be back with two of our advanced aircraft solutions that have gained significant attention throughout the region. Whether you’re a business executive looking to reduce travel time, or an adventure seeker looking to go on a weekend trip away from home, Bell has the aircraft solution for you.”
In addition to its static displays, Bell’s sales managers and customer service engineers will be onsite alongside its Authorized Partner in Germany, Rheinland Air Service GmbH (RAS), to host spectators looking to learn more about the platforms.
The aircraft duo are no strangers to the European market. Last year, Bell’s Europe-based team celebrated many significant milestones with the two platforms, including closing out the year with signed purchase agreements for three Bell 505s to Heli Transair, 24 aircraft orders for a mix of Bell 505s, Bell 407GXis, and Bell 429s in the corporate segment, surpassing the 700-flight hour milestone on the Bell 505 using blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and furthering its aftermarket support network through its Europe Support Center and Bell Training Academy in Valencia, Spain.
“Bell has been an active partner for our operators in region for many years, and we look forward to continuing to deepen our footprint in Europe,” added Wendling.
Aircraft on Display
Bell 505
With over 100 Bell 505s operating throughout Europe, the platform continues to be recognized as one of the most technologically advanced platforms in its class. Combining its Safran Arrius 2R engine, dual channel FADEC, and Garmin G1000H NXi all-glass avionics suite with a moving map display, as well as the added benefit of wide panoramic windows and open cabin design, this five-seater aircraft is an ideal platform for corporate customers.
Bell 407GXi
The Bell 407GXi is known for its performance and fuel efficiency, cruising effortlessly at 133 knots (246 km/h). The helicopter's advanced Garmin G1000H NXi Flight Deck improves situational awareness and reduces pilot workload by presenting critical safety information on its all-glass avionic suite. The platform is favored during various missions, including corporate transport, search and rescue, and emergency medical services.
To find out more about how Bell aircraft advances missions worldwide, please visit the Bell product page or stop by the Bell booth (Hall B5) during AERO Friedrichshafen 2026.
About Bell : Thinking above and beyond is what we do. For more than 90 years, we’ve been reimagining the experience of flight – and where it can take us. We're an aerospace and defense company that engineers and manufactures aircraft for critical solutions in extreme scenarios. We're breaking barriers in lifting people to safety across transportation, medical, rescue and military services, and leading the industry in future solutions that are fast, reliable and efficient.
Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas – as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Textron Inc., – we have strategic locations around the globe. And with nearly one quarter of our workforce having served, helping our military achieve their missions is a passion of ours. Above all, our breakthrough innovations deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. Efficiently. Reliably. And always, with safety at the forefront.
About Textron : Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training.
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