17-Mar-2025Source: Mechanical Specialties
Mechanical Specialties, LLC has announced it has received an FAA STC for the Bell Model 407 ADEC Dual Cargo Hook. The patent-pending design for helicopter cargo hooks has been in the certification process for over three years. The ADEC (Advanced Dual External Cargo) Hook is two independently operating cargo hooks in one unit. The ADEC... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Outerlink
The Westchester County Police Department (WCPD) continues to lead the way in law enforcement rotorcraft operations by teaming up with Outerlink to complete the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) of the Air IP™ Wi-Fi system in their Bell 407 helicopters. For years, WCPD has recognized its helicopters as essential assets, not only for aerial surveillance but also... Read more
6-Mar-2025Source: GPMS
GPMS International, the leader in advanced Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS), is proud to announce that Capitol Helicopters is investing in Foresight MX across its fleet of Bell 407, Bell 412, Bell 429, and UH-60 Black Hawk aircraft. This investment underscores Capitol Helicopters’ dedication to safety, reliability, and cost sustainability while adapting to evolving customer requirements.... Read more
19-Nov-2024Source: PJ Helicopters
GPMS International announced that it has completed delivery of a new order of Foresight MX HUMS to PJ Helicopters. With these deliveries, PJ nears completion of HUMS installations for all their UH-60 Utility Hawks and further expands the monitoring of their Bell 407s. “Our communities, customers, and team benefited from another fire season with our... Read more
28-Oct-2024Source: HeliHub.com
An Air Methods Bell 407 has been vandalised over the weekend by graffiti. Known by its callsign “Mercy Air 22”, the helicopter fuselage was covered on both sides, and found early Sunday. Local news outlet Victorville Daily press quoted San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department in saying that the vandalism was first reported just after 5:20... Read more
14-Oct-2024Source: Meridian Helicopters
Meridian Helicopters, LLC, a premier provider of services for the Bell 206 and 407 helicopter series, has successfully earned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 145 Repair Station Certificate. This certification represents a significant enhancement of the company’s capabilities, enabling Meridian Helicopters to offer an expanded range of maintenance, overhaul, and testing services while reinforcing... Read more
3-Oct-2024Source: HeliHub.com
King County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit has taken delivery of their first glass cockpit helicopter, a brand new Bell 407GXi as seen in the image here. Unit pilots flew the aircraft over four days from Bell’s completion centre at Piney Flats in Tennessee, arriving on 22nd September at Renton Municipal Airport, where the Air... Read more
31-Jul-2024Source: Outerlink
Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has teamed with Outerlink to develop an STC design for the Air IP™ Wi-Fi system in their Bell 407 helicopter. MCSO has put the Air IP system through many real-time operations as part of the development. They have received a consistent level of high bandwidth connectivity throughout their county. The... Read more
25-Jul-2024Source: PHI MRO Services
PHI MRO Services, an industry leader in helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), is pleased to announce a new lease agreement for one Bell 407 with tour and charter company New York Helicopter. As part of this lease agreement, PHI MRO Services outfit the Bell 407 helicopter with floats and air conditioning, as well as... Read more
22-Apr-2024Source: ITC-AeroLeasing
ITC-AeroLeasing is excited to step up its partnership with a major US EMS operator, Med-Trans Corporation (Med-Trans), with the lease of five Bell 407, bringing Med-Trans’ total helicopter fleet on lease from ITC to seven. The five Bell 407’s are configured for emergency medical services and will be deployed to Med-Trans bases in Texas, Iowa,... Read more
1-Mar-2024Source: GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace announced Henley Air as the launch customer for the Rotor Analysis Diagnostic System Next Generation (RADS-NG). The system will be used across Henley Air’s fleet of helicopters including the Bell 222 UT, Bell 206 and 206L, Bell 407, Dauphin AS 365, and Augusta 119 MK11. “The RADS-NG will differentiate Henley Air as a... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Outerlink
Outerlink’s multicellular Air IP is expanding with additional FAA STC approvals and expanding across law enforcement and corporate clients. The key to Air IP’s success is the ability to provide ample bandwidth for everyone onboard simultaneously. Users report consistent connectivity at over 140 mph and thousands of feet above the ground for up to ten... Read more
24-Nov-2023Source: Bell
For decades, Bell has held an active presence in the European market by acting as a vital partner in providing innovative and high-performing aircraft for customers across the region. With hundreds of commercial aircraft groups, public safety, military, and HEMS customers, Bell continues to make its mark across the region. At this year’s largest rotorcraft-only... Read more
22-Nov-2023Source: HeliHub.com
San Diego County Sheriff Kelly A. Martinez unveiled two new helicopters during a news conference on Monday, November 20 at the Sheriff’s ASTREA (Aerial Support to Law Enforcement Agencies) base at Gillespie Field in El Cajon. ASTREA is the Sheriff’s aviation unit which has been providing aerial support to the Sheriff’s Department and partner agencies... Read more
22-Nov-2023Source: PHI Air Medical
This year (2023) marks the five-year anniversary of the steadfast partnership between Christus Flight For Life (FFL) and PHI Air Medical. Together, PHI and FFL have achieved numerous impressive milestones, including completing more than 8,000 patient transports to date, significantly impacting healthcare accessibility in East Texas. This partnership has blossomed over the years, expanding the... Read more
21-Jul-2023Source: PHI MRO Services
PHI MRO Services, a leader in maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, announced today that it has signed a lease agreement with Charm Aviation for two Bell 407 helicopters. Under the lease agreement, PHI MRO Services installed floats and air conditioning in the Bell 407 helicopters provided to Charm Aviation. PHI’s expertly maintained fleet has a variety of... Read more
21-Jul-2023Source: Outerlink
Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) maintains its reputation as a leading innovator in law enforcement rotorcraft operations by partnering with Outerlink to STC the Air IP™ Wi-Fi system in their Bell 407 helicopter. MCSO has consistently recognized the value of its helicopter capabilities and sought to get a cost-effective, reliable means to stream live video down... Read more
7-Jun-2023Source: Garmin
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) announced Supplemental Type Certification (STC) by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the GI 275 electronic flight instrument in Bell 407 and Robinson R66 helicopters. A powerful solution for helicopter owners and operators, the GI 275 is a scalable, cost-conscious approach to an avionics upgrade that is a direct replacement for a variety... Read more
5-Jun-2023Source: Eagle Copters
Eagle Copters Ltd. is proud to supply a 6th Helicopter to A&P Helicopters Inc., since their first purchase from Eagle in 2019. The Eagle Single is the first of its type in their fleet and a valuable addition to their current Bell 407s, an Eagle 407HP, Bell 206 JetRanger, Bell UH-1H Huey, and MD500. A&P... Read more
10-Mar-2023Source: Heli-One
Heli-One, a leading provider of helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, has been contracted to provide Continuing Airworthiness Management Organization (CAMO) services for Kolporter, a European operator with a B407 aircraft. The services provided include a dedicated team, technical log management and a tailored maintenance program with a digital customer portal. Kolporter will benefit... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Rotortrade
Rotortrade, the global leader in helicopter sales and the exclusive distributor of Leonardo’s pre-owned helicopters, is pleased to announce its recent acquisition of two Bell 407 helicopters from Caverton, as well as the sale of three AW109 Trekker helicopters to Global Aviation Training and Maintenance Limited, in Nigeria. Global Aviation Training and Maintenance Limited is... Read more
21-Feb-2023Source: AeroBrigham
Following an extensive reconfiguration and customizing, AeroBrigham has announced the recent Bell 407 delivery to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) that encompasses the city of Orlando, Florida. The work for the law enforcement equipment and avionics integration was performed at the AeroBrigham main facilities on the Decatur Municipal Airport just north of the Dallas/Ft.... Read more
2-Feb-2023Source: HeliHub.com
The Joint Staff of the Armed Forces of the Argentine Republic have announced the purchase of six Bell 407s, split equally between the Argentine Army and Air Force. Administrative Decision No. DECAD-2023-68-APN-JGM approving the purchase was of six Bell 407 GXi helicopters for a total consideration of $32.4 million. This figure includes training and instruction... Read more
25-Jan-2023Source: Walton County Sheriff's Office
A helicopter providing lifesaving medical transport is coming to Walton County. Announced at the Walton County Board of County Commissioner meeting Tuesday, Walton County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with Air Methods Corporation to bring a Bell 407 helicopter to the area. After the closure of the only emergency room in Walton County Fire Rescue’s service... Read more
8-Dec-2022Source: HeliHub.com
The US Military has issued a single-source tender to Bell which will see the OEM carry out an avionics upgrade on the Bell 407 fleet operated by the Iraqi Army. Each helicopter is to be fitted with a the IDU-450 EFIS system from Genesys Aerospace, with the work to be completed in Iraq within a... Read more
6-Dec-2022Source: Enterprise Rescue Squad
Enterprise Rescue Squad officially launched its new air ambulance Friday. “This is the next step in our evolution,” said Enterprise Rescue Squad Chief Executive Officer Capt. Anthony Cole as he officially cut the ribbon – with medical scissors – for Enterprise Rescue’s Air 1 air ambulance during a ceremony held Friday morning at the Enterprise... Read more
5-Dec-2022Source: The National Transportation Safety Board
The National Transportation Safety Board issued urgent recommendations on Friday asking American and Canadian aviation regulators to require both immediate and more frequent inspections of certain components on Bell 407 helicopters. “With hundreds currently in service, the Bell 407 helicopter is a popular model among tour operators, police departments, air ambulance providers, and many others, which is... Read more
1-Nov-2022Source: Bell
This year, long-time Bell customer, Life Flight Network sought out Bell’s Engineering team to design and install kit configuration that would extend access to their patients including side loading capabilities with its Bell 407. The few – including Bell Piney Flat’s Daniel Crockett, senior business development sales manager spearheaded the project with the help... Read more
5-Sep-2022
Southeast Aerospace, Inc. (SEA), a leading Aerospace Solutions company, receives Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certification (STC) number SR04546AT for the installation of their SEA special mission operator station in the Bell 407 helicopter. Southeast Aerospace designed and manufactured the operator station as an ideal mounting solution for housing mission equipment in the... Read more
19-Aug-2022Source: HeliHub.com
The Polish Police have this week announced that they are negotiating with Bell for an additional four 407GXIs. These will add to their fleet which includes six other Bell helicopters – three 407GXIs, two 206s and a 412HP. Additional helicopters include three Sikorsky S70i, three PZL W3 Sokol and two Mil Mi-8s From information published... Read more
29-Jul-2022Source: PAC International
PAC International recently upgraded a Bell 407 for Michigan State Police. The team converted the aircraft’s original analog display to a true glass cockpit with a new Aeronautical Accessories/Garmin G1000 NXi retrofit kit. The G1000 NXi Integrated Flight Deck offers simple digital displays for reduced pilot fatigue and exceptional dependability, accuracy, and situational awareness.... Read more
25-Jul-2022
22-year old British tourist (named here as Jack Fenton) received fatal injuries after being struck by the tail rotor after alighting from the helicopter. This report suggests that one of the other three passengers on the helicopter disputes the statement made by the head of the Greek aviation accident investigation board.... Read more
7-Jun-2022
Tourist flight, 6 POB all injured. One airlifted to Kona Community Hospital, others by road A helicopter tour crashed on Wednesday in a lava field on Hawaii’s Big Island, injuring all six people on board — including two in serious condition, officials said. https://t.co/VCDgiiDQ6l — FOX 7 Austin (@fox7austin) June 11, 2022 ... Read more
4-Jun-2022
Heavily damaged in hard landing, pilot was only person on board and suffered serious injuries Pilot Injured In Helicopter Crash At Essex County Airport https://t.co/HtWnIVU6vq — Randolph Patch (@RandolphNJPatch) June 6, 2022 ... Read more
25-May-2022Source: Clarksville NOW
North Central Institute in Clarksville celebrated the unveiling Thursday of a helicopter donated to the school from Bell. The Bell 407 Fire X helicopter will be used as a training aid for aviation maintenance technicians passing through the doors of NCI. See Full Story. ... Read more
1-Mar-2022
Autorotations to a taxiway, and damaged a taxiway light... Read more
16-Jan-2022
FAA “aircraft crashed in unknown circumstances” Press reports “Local authorities were notified of the crash before noon by a citizen who reported seeing the aircraft lose altitude and then saw a “big splash of mud,” Lafourche Parish President Archie Chaisson said during a news conference” The two fatalities were named here as 30-year-old Dylan Horn... Read more
14-Dec-2021
Helicopter crashed on the eastbound carriageway of the Bonnet Carré Spillway Bridge on Interstate 10. Aircraft was observed flying low, consistent with low cloud base and low visibility at the time. Helicopter took out some powerlines, causing 20,000 people to be without electricity. The helicopter was on fire post impact and completely burned out, as... Read more
14-Dec-2021
FAA – Training flight for power recovery practice. Crashed over safety area on runway. ... Read more
12-Dec-2021
Controlled emergency landing after being unable to recover correctly from practice autorotation landing... Read more
3-Dec-2021Source: The DPD Beat
Ross Perot Jr. has always vested interest in assisting the City of Dallas by providing state-of-the-art crime-fighting tools. Approximately one year ago, Mr. Perot Jr. reached out to the city and inquired about the needs of another helicopter. Over the next several months and numerous meetings later, Mr. Perot Jr. graciously donated a Bell 407... Read more
10-Nov-2021
Force landing on a road after paraglider tether caught on the skid... Read more
26-Oct-2021Source: Med-Trans
Children’s of Alabama has enhanced its ability to help sick children get the care they need. The hospital’s Critical Care Transport team recently added a new, state-of-the-art helicopter thanks to donations from the Monday Morning Quarterback Club. The helicopter, an Airbus H145, replaces the team’s previous helicopter, which had been in use since 2012. Jason... Read more
25-Sep-2021
Bell 407 N662RL was lifting off for departure when it drifted backwards into sister ship N668RL of the same operator... Read more
25-Sep-2021
Bell 407 N662RL was lifting off for departure when it drifted backwards into sister ship N668RL of the same operator ... Read more
18-Sep-2021
Bird strike damaged stabiliser shortly after take-off... Read more
1-Sep-2021
Bird strike cracked windshield... Read more
20-May-2021Source: Bell
More than 6 million flight hours and 25 years of operation. What’s next for this versatile aircraft? A global platform renowned for its versatility and reliability, the Bell 407 aircraft has played an essential role in critical missions for more than 25 years. The aircraft sets a high-standard for single-engine aircraft with its unmatched reliability... Read more
14-May-2021Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the Bell 407 has received its Type Acceptance Certificate (TAC) in Bailiwick of Guernsey. This milestone will allow more European customers to add the aircraft to their operations. “As the most cost-effective IFR-certified platform, the Bell 407 has more than 6 million global flight hours,”... Read more
13-May-2021
Main blades struck port horizontal stabiliser during run-on landing on grass. No injuries to pilot or 2 passengers... Read more
19-Apr-2021
FAA report emergency field landing for this air ambulance helicopter... Read more
7-Apr-2021
Emergency landing in a car park, landed heavily and skids splayed out after the helicopter started spinning in the air, suggesting a tail rotor issue (see video below) 2 minor injuries of 4 POB. This was a training flight by a company intending to use the helicopter for sightseeing. One report said that they do... Read more
6-Apr-2021Source: Spectrum Aeromed
Spectrum Aeromed recently completed a project with Haiti Air Ambulance, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing emergency helicopter services to the people and visitors of Haiti. Contracted through PAC International, Spectrum Aeromed outfitted the interior of a Bell 407 aircraft with a patient stretcher and base assembly and medical floor. The project was completed... Read more
25-Mar-2021Source: Aspirus MedEvac
Aspirus MedEvac critical care transport in early April is moving the home location of its helicopter service from Wausau to Woodruff, Wisconsin. The Aspirus Bell 407 helicopter will reside in a hangar located at Howard Young Medical Center. Around 90 percent of patient volumes come from north of Aspirus Wausau Hospital (AWH),” said Jason Keffeler,... Read more
3-Feb-2021Source: Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) and UK-based Ultra (LSE: ULE) equipped a modified, manned Bell 407 (acting as an MQ-8C Fire Scout surrogate) platform with Ultra sonobuoys, receiver and processor to complete an unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capability demonstration. This successful demonstration of the UAS ASW mission on October 29 was the... Read more
16-Dec-2020Source: Donaldson
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of the Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), has received additional supplemental type certificate (STC) approvals for installation of its industry-leading inlet barrier filter (IBF) system on helicopters in three countries. Acquired at the request of the helicopters’ original equipment manufacturers, the approvals were received from the Japanese Civil Aviation... Read more
7-Dec-2020Source: Med-Trans
Med-Trans Corporation, part of the Global Medical Response family of companies, recently delivered a Bell 407 air ambulance to Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, Va. The aircraft will be based at the Level 1 trauma center and launches the HCA Virginia Healthcare Air Ambulance program. Med-Trans will provide the pilots and aviation maintenance technicians, and Chippenham... Read more
16-Nov-2020
Photos posted online show helicopter significantly damaged by landing in two feet of water in a lake, although it remained upright on its skids. Second image shows the person who took the photos, sat in the water of the lake with leg injuries strapped up in a rudimentary way... Read more
11-Nov-2020Source: News Break
The Charlotte City Council said it will replace a helicopter that is more than 20 years old. See Full Story.... Read more
8-Nov-2020
Emergency landing on beach as the tide was coming in. Skids sank into the soft sand.... Read more
4-Nov-2020
Heavy autorotation landing. Sole occupant pilot not injured... Read more
30-Oct-2020Source: Dimerco
International freight forwarding and transportation specialist Dimerco has won global bids to provide specialized complete-solution supply chain services for a leading helicopter assembly, refitting and operation company in China. The contract involves shipping near 30 Bell 407 helicopters from Canada to China by the end of 2020, first moving the cargo by air ride truck... Read more
29-Oct-2020Source: Arrow Aviation
Arrow Aviation, headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana, has completed HALO-Flight’s first single pilot IFR Bell 407 for HEMS service. Completed with a Helifab’s EMS Interior including patient and isolette transport litters, AC electrical system, and medical oxygen, suction, and air systems, the aircraft is equipped to provide state of the art care even in adverse weather... Read more
15-Oct-2020Source: Metro Aviation
PAC International has recently completed and delivered an upgraded Bell 407 to Haiti Air Ambulance, a leading provider of emergency medical helicopter services in Haiti. Modifications provided by PAC include: · Spectrum Aeromed patient stretcher and base assembly with Lifeport pilot barrier and medical floor · Propaq, Revel Vent, and Bodyguard 121 IV pump mounts,... Read more
15-Sep-2020
Main rotor struck tail boom during autorotation training. Instructor and student not injured... Read more
4-Sep-2020Source: KTVO
Exciting changes are in store for one Heartland air ambulance service. Tuesday, September 1, Air Evac Lifeteam 38 in Kirksville will officially transition to MU 4 and integrate into the University of Missouri Air Medical Services Program. See Full Story. ... Read more
31-Aug-2020Source: CBSN Bay Area
The Sonoma County Sheriff’s helicopter rescue unit that just saved two Marin County firefighters trapped in the midst of the Woodward Fire last Friday night is at risk of being eliminated due to budget shortfalls. See Full Story. ... Read more
19-Aug-2020Source: SiriusXM
SiriusXM® and Bell, a leading manufacturer of helicopters and a pioneer in the advancement of aviation technology, announced today that Bell will become the first helicopter OEM to provide its customers with a three-month subscription to SiriusXM’s satellite-delivered aviation weather, information, and audio programming services with the purchase of a new rotor wing aircraft. A... Read more
24-Jun-2020Source: Triumph Group
Triumph Group [NYSE: TGI] announced that its Triumph Systems & Support business unit has been awarded a five-year contract from Bell Textron, Inc. for the supply of mechanical flight controls for multiple commercial helicopter platforms, including the Bell 429, Bell 412 and Bell 407. The contract is an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (ID/IQ) award that will... Read more
2-Apr-2020Source: Onboard Systems
Onboard Systems International, Inc., a leading provider of innovative helicopter cargo hook equipment, today announced that its Dual Cargo Hook Kits for the Bell 206L and 407 aircraft have been STC certified by the FAA. These cargo hook systems meet the 14 CFR part 27 certification requirements for Human External Cargo (HEC) and have been... Read more
29-Jan-2020Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) will add four Bell aircraft including two Bell 429 and the first two IFR configured Bell 407GXi aircraft to their fleet, bringing their total to six Bell aircraft. TVA is a corporate agency of the United States that provides electricity... Read more
28-Jan-2020Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today new equipment enhancements across its current in-production commercial aircraft during Helicopter Association International’s annual Heli-Expo in Anaheim, California. “Bell is committed to incorporating the latest technologies into our products to further improve the performance, cost of operations and support the lifecycle of aircraft,” said Susan... Read more
27-Jan-2020Source: Astronics
Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO), a leading provider of advanced technologies for global aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries, announced today that an amended Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) has been approved by Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) for its Max-Viz 1400 and 1200 Enhanced Vision Systems (EVS) on Bell 407 helicopters. Astronics expects that the... Read more
25-Dec-2019
A Survival Flight aircraft rolled onto its side on landing, after the pilot, Douglas Davis had an unconfirmed heart attack. There was no patient on-board at the time, the two crew members were uninjured, the pilot was later pronounced dead at the hospital.... Read more
