Bell and Safran Collaborate on Use of SAF in Bell 505

Wednesday, March 09, 2022 at 05:00 PM ET

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Linda Deslatte, vice president of commercial programs for Bell joined Safran Helicopter Engines executive vice president of programs Bruno Bellanger in announcing the introduction of SAF into the Bell 505. [Photo: Julie Boatman]

Key Takeaways:

The rotorcraft industry, as highlighted at Heli-Expo 2022, is collectively committed to driving toward a sustainable future.
Bell Helicopter and Safran announced a partnership to integrate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) into the Bell 505, aiming for an initial 50 percent blend and targeting 100 percent.
Safran's sustainability strategy is built on three pillars: pursuing maximum efficiency and alternative fuels, hybridization of powerplants, and extensive use of SAF.
The Bell 505 led Bell's civilian helicopter deliveries in 2021 with 63 units, contributing to a positive overall trend in the company's shipments.

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It’s our collective responsibility to keep driving toward a sustainable future—that was a key message that cut across many rotorcraft manufacturers participating in the 2022 Helicopter Association International Heli-Expo, from the “Meet the Regulators” opening session on Tuesday to partnership announcements such as that between Bell Helicopter and Safran on the use of sustainable aviation fuel in the Bell 505 on Wednesday at the show.

Linda Deslatte, vice president of commercial programs for Bell joined Safran Helicopter Engines executive vice president of programs Bruno Bellanger in making the announcement.