If the stylized dragonfly in its new logo didn’t tip you off, the disappearance of the word “helicopter” from its name should provide an ample clue that Bell Helicopter – or just Bell, we should say now – recognizes that its future lies well beyond the boundaries of rotorcraft like the ubiquitous Hueys and JetRangers that made it famous since the 1960s and 70s.
Bell Rebrands as Tech Company, Dropping ‘Helicopter’ from Its Name
Key Takeaways:
- Bell Helicopter has rebranded to simply "Bell" with a new dragonfly logo, signaling a strategic shift beyond traditional rotorcraft into a broader future of vertical aviation.
- The company is repositioning itself as a "technology company redefining flight," emphasizing innovation in on-demand vertical mobility rather than just manufacturing helicopters.
- This new direction is exemplified by its collaboration with Uber on an Urban Air Taxi project (Uber Elevate), which was showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show.
See a mistake? Contact us.
