Jane's All the World Aircraft 2000 / 2-05 - AIRCRAFT - ROTARY-WING - MILITARY/CIVIL

Prototype Bell 427 twin-turbine utility helicopter (1999)
Bell’s new Model 427 was officially awarded FAA certification at Heli-Expo on January 24, 2000 - the first two production examples being handed over to customers immediately after.

Мировая Авиация 51

Продажи Model 427 оказались неудовлетворительными, и "Bell" отказывается от него в пользу Model 429.

Мировая Авиация 51

Показанный здесь первый прототип Model 429 имеет тип шасси, из-за которого и возник спор с "Eurocopter". Сегодня оно заменено на шасси иного типа, есть также возможность использования колесного шасси.

Air International 2007-04 / News: Headline, Military, Civil, Airshow

Bell 429 prototype C-GBLL (c/n 54801) makes its first flight at Montreal/Mirabel on February 28, 2007.

Air International 2013-12 / News

Bell 429WLG prototype C-FCTA was unveiled at Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 22, 2013.

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

The Bell 429 has proven itself to be an advanced multi-mission helicopter that looks set to enter the military market equipped with the latest weapons and mission management systems as part of Bell’s Special Mission Aircraft initiative

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

Highly praised for its speed and smooth ride, the Bell 429 has found its niche within the corporate and VIP sectors with a design intended for the demanding HEMS sector from the outset

Air International 2013-06 / R.Trevino - GlobalRanger /Commercial/

The 429's rotors look like a four-blade rotor, but it is two two-blade yokes stacked on top of each other. Each main rotor blade is connected to a blade grip assembly by two bolts.

Air International 2013-06 / R.Trevino - GlobalRanger /Commercial/

Air International 2013-06 / R.Trevino - GlobalRanger /Commercial/

Bell 429 C-FTNB on a demonstration flight from Alicante, Spain.

Air International 2013-06 / R.Trevino - GlobalRanger /Commercial/

One option for operators of the Bell 429 GlobalRanger is rear clamshell doors.

Air International 2013-02 / News

Bell 429 C-GTNQ has become the first example of the type for a UK customer. It was recently delivered to the National Grid.

Air International 2014-03 / M.Broadbent - The Flying Linesmen /Commercial/

G-RIDB is based at Turweston Airfield, but deploys around England and Wales each week.

Air International 2014-03 / M.Broadbent - The Flying Linesmen /Commercial/

Bell 429 G-RIDB entered service in 2013.

Air International 2014-03 / M.Broadbent - The Flying Linesmen /Commercial/

Air International 2014-03 / M.Broadbent - The Flying Linesmen /Commercial/

The helicopter will spend up to 12 minutes inspecting a pylon.

Air International 2014-03 / M.Broadbent - The Flying Linesmen /Commercial/

When inspecting power lines, G-RIDB is flown at between 300 and 500ft and at around 50 knots.

Air International 2014-03 / M.Broadbent - The Flying Linesmen /Commercial/

Air International 2014-12 / News

The Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s new Bell 429 (G-WLTS, c/n 57191) is the first EMS-configured example of the type in the UK. Seen at the service’s Devizes HQ on October 27, 2014, it will enter service in January 2015.

Air International 2017-03 / Airscene

Bell Helicopter has delivered the first fully customised aircraft from its new European Customisation and Delivery Centre in Prague with the handover of three emergency services-configured Bell 429s to the Slovakian company Air Transport Europe.

Air International 2020-10 / M.Broadbent - European Rotors 2020

Bell will give an update on the 429, among other types

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

With the ability to hover out-of-ground effect at 11,290ft, the Bell 429 is the platform of choice for many European HEMS operators in mountainous terrain

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

Air Zermatt, a HEMS operator that provides SAR operations in the Swiss Alps, operates three Bell 429s. Gerold Biner, Air Zermatt CEO, describes the helicopter as “being in a class of their own, offering superior performance in our SAR missions"

Air International 2021-12 / Focus: UAV, Rotary, Business, Technology, Space

Each Bell 429 has an advanced mapping system, tactical radio, and rescue hoist

Air International 2020-11 / Focus: UAV, Rotary, Business, Technology, GA

Bell helicopter operators in Europe such as Heli Alps now have more service options

Другие самолёты на фотографии: Another planes on the photo: Bell Model 505 Jet Ranger X / SLS - СШАUSA - 2014

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

The ability to carry seven passengers comfortably at speeds of 155kts at a distance of 411nm has easily secured the Bell 429’s place in the corporate market. Of those leaving the production line, 50% are for this profitable sector

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

The benefits of operating a Bell 429 means that companies such as Palmaz winery with facilities across California mean the distance between sites is no longer a factor. It’s made daily business operations easier and managing the sites smoother and time-efficient

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

Parapublic and state police forces soon introduced the 429 into their ranks. The impressive performance of the helicopter means it can easily cope with the additional weight of a rescue hoist and EO/IR-associated equipment

Air International 2012-02 / News

Bell 429 N211FX (c/n 57004, ex N429ER) is the first configured with a multi-mission interior. It was delivered to the Fairfax County Police Department in December 2011.

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

The ability to arrive on the scene quickly, with everything they need, means the seven Bell 429s of the Swedish National Police Air Unit are often supporting SAR missions as well as their regular law enforcement role

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

The benefits of operating a Bell 429 means that companies such as Palmaz winery with facilities across California mean the distance between sites is no longer a factor. It’s made daily business operations easier and managing the sites smoother and time-efficient

Air International 2020-09 / K.Chapman - Australia's Special Ops on the hunt

Australia has previously operated the 429 GlobalRanger in a military role, serving as a training helicopter for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) until April 2019. Its selection under the Project LAND 2097 Phase 4 programme would see the type make a return to the ADF.

Air International 2020-09 / K.Chapman - Australia's Special Ops on the hunt

A glimpse of the future? Bell's 429 GlobalRanger, registration YH-MJI (c/n 57043), has been painted in ADF colours as Babcock Australia pushes to win the Project LAND 2097 contract.

Air International 2018-10 / Airscene

Jamaican Defence Force Bell 429 JDF H-37, one of two delivered this summer.

Авиация и Время 2013-06 / А.Хаустов - Dubai Airshow 2013 - рубеж в 200 миллиардов взят!

Bell 429 представлен впервые на колесном шасси

Air International 2013-06 / R.Trevino - GlobalRanger /Commercial/

The Bell 429's main rotor blades are a hybrid carbon-fibre/epoxy structure and the leading edges are protected by full-length nickel-cobalt electroformed abrasion strips.

Air International 2014-03 / M.Broadbent - The Flying Linesmen /Commercial/

The nose-mounted Wescam MX-10 stabilised imaging system provides thermal imaging and full-motion HD video.

Авиация и Космонавтика 2013-07 / А.Юргенсон - Helirussia-2013

Вертолет «Белл» 429

Jane's All the World Aircraft 2000 / 2-05 - AIRCRAFT - ROTARY-WING - MILITARY/CIVIL

Bell 427 instrument panel (1997)

Air International 2013-06 / R.Trevino - GlobalRanger /Commercial/

Three 8x6 inch Rogerson Krotas colour liquid crystal display multi-function displays dominate the 429's cockpit.

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

The 429 cockpit lacks circuit breaker boxes and overhead switches, providing a clean and easy-to-work-with layout for single-pilot operations. BasixPro software makes the calculations for the pilot, and intuitive MFD displays show them everything they need to know

Air International 2014-03 / M.Broadbent - The Flying Linesmen /Commercial/

The observer sits in front of a 22-inch Skyforce LCD monitor to view the images generated by the MX-10.

Air International 2013-06 / R.Trevino - GlobalRanger /Commercial/

The Bell 429's standard side doors can be replaced with an optional, larger sliding door that provides a 52 inch non-obstructed opening - useful for operations with an external hoist.

Air International 2013-06 / R.Trevino - GlobalRanger /Commercial/

The Bell 429's passenger/cargo compartment occupies the middle section of the cabin and has a volume of 130 ft3. The aft cabin has an additional volume of 74 ft3, giving a total continuous cabin volume of 204 ft3.

Air International 2019-07 / Backpages

Bell displayed a 429 helicopter at EBACE 2019 fitted with a corporate interior designed by Mecaer Aviation Group of Italy.

Air International 2023-07 / G.Sands - From Corporate to Care

Bell recently introduced the Designer Series, which, following customer feedback, will enhance the rear cabin for the corporate and VIP sector through the use of superior leathers and enhanced flooring

Jane's All the World Aircraft 2000 / 2-05 - AIRCRAFT - ROTARY-WING - MILITARY/CIVIL

Provisional general arrangement of Bell 427 (1999)