The five-seat Bell 505 Jet Ranger X received FAA certification six months after notching Canadian approval of the light single, Bell Helicopter announced today.
Bell 505 JetRanger X Gains FAA Certification
Key Takeaways:
- The five-seat Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter has received FAA certification, six months after securing Canadian approval, marking a significant milestone for its market entry.
- Bell Helicopter's President and CEO, Mitch Snyder, highlighted the aircraft as a proud return to the short light single class, incorporating the latest advancements in safety and aviation technology.
- The Bell 505 features a Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2R engine with dual-channel FADEC, Garmin G1000H avionics, a top speed of 125 knots, a useful load of 1,500 pounds, and was initially priced at $1.07 million.
- Bell is actively working on global certifications and has prepared its Training Academy for customer and flight training to support the aircraft's entry into service.
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