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Bell showcases endless possibilities and unmatched performance at Verticon 2026

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Bell showcases endless possibilities and unmatched performance at Verticon 2026 - Manufacturer publisher
Dana Ermolenko
Country: United States Aircraft: Helicopters

Bell showcase at VERTICON 2026 its exceptional aircraft, advanced technology and customer solutions. To kick-off the week-long event, Bell is expected to be the first operator to fly their aircraft into the show with the SUBARU Bell 412EPX- paying homage to the Bell 412 platform’s 45th year in service. Bell plans to have several of its commercial aircraft on display during the show, highlighting its commercial business successes from this past year.

In 2025, Bell closed out the year with 169 deliveries to customers worldwide. The team completed various fleet deals like 7 X Bell 429s to Global Medical Response, the world’s largest Bell HEMS operator, and 40 X Bell 505s to the Republic of Korea Armed Forces. Bell also reached a major milestone, completing the 6,000th commercial aircraft at its Commercial Delivery and Assembly Centre in Mirabel, Canada, which was a SUBARU Bell 412EPX.

Aircraft on display 

Corporate Bell 505: 

This aircraft is a corporate-configured Bell 505 showcasing an impressive paint scheme, solar advantage windows & windshield, and a Garmin 3-axis autopilot. 

Bell 429 Designer Series: 

Designed to deliver a true VIP experience, this luxurious aircraft provides executives a smooth and comfortable transport to conduct business and save time.  

Helicopter Express SUBARU Bell 412EPX: 

Helicopter Express is one of many helicopter operators that utilize the Bell 412. The Helicopter Express Bell 412EPX is mainly used for aerial firefighting for effective fire suppression and enhanced response time. 

Air Methods Bell 407IFR: 

Air Methods recently added three more Bell 407GXis to their fleet, after previously purchasing 15 Bell 407 GXis. These aircraft support lifesaving air medical services, serving more than 100,000 people every year. 

Bell continues to emphasize innovation through the updated Garmin Software Version 24 for the Bell 407, offering enhanced functionality for VFR and IFR configured aircraft. Bell also recently released updates for the Bell 505, including the Garmin 3-axis Autopilot and Solar Advantage windows and windshield, which will be on display in the booth. With these features, the aircraft is well equipped to support versatile missions. 

Aftermarket and training  

The Bell Global Customer Solutions teams continue to provide unmatched support services to nearly 9,500 customer support requests in the last year. This ensures customers’ helicopters remain operational and safe, reinforcing reliability. 

Customer solutions are at the forefront of Bell and the Bell Training Academy, a state-of-the-art flight training facility, offering opportunities to learn from Bell’s expert instructors. The BTA utilizes flight simulators, interactive academics and hands on maintenance training that separates Bell’s customer training experience. 

Explore accessories for your mission at Bell’s Aeronautical Accessories brand booth. The booth will showcase the upgraded product line that is critical to public safety operations. Some of the key products that will be on display are Health and Usage Monitoring System (HUMS) upgrades, interior upgrades, landing gear, windows and glass cockpit upgrades. 

Come visit the Bell team at booth #B4215 and Aeronautical Accessories team at booth #B5115 and experience our world-class customer solutions and aircraft.  





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