Bell Helicopter Company Description
Bell Helicopter Textron is betting on tilting. A subsidiary of Textron, the company makes commercial and military helicopters and tiltrotor aircraft. Bell's commercial helicopters seat up to 15 passengers and include models designed for transport, emergency medical services, and search and rescue operations. Military models include the venerable UH-1Y "Huey," a utility helicopter used for personnel and medical transportation; the AH-1Z Super Cobra reconnaissance/attack helicopter; the Eagle Eye UAS (unmanned aircraft system); and the V-22 Osprey tiltrotor (with Boeing). Bell also makes tiltrotor aircraft through joint venture Bell/Agusta Aerospace and provides repair, maintenance, and overhaul services.
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