Heli Transair has signed a purchase agreement for three additional Bell 505s with support from its Bell 505 dealer, Rheinland Air Service, bringing Heli Transair’s total Bell 505 fleet to five aircraft.

“With the introduction of the Bell 505, Heli Transair is setting new standards in technology, efficiency and comfort, an adaptation to changing customer demands that lays the foundation for future-orientated flight operations and modern training,” comments Dirk Herr, CEO, Heli Transair European Air Services.

“Bell is very pleased to support Heli Transair as it adds three additional Bell aircraft to advance its utility fleet,” adds Robin Wendling, managing director of Europe, Bell. “The Bell 505 provides a modern and efficient multi-mission solution to utility operators, backed up by Bell leading customer support.”

With strategic bases in Kiel, Frankfurt and Landshut, Heli Transair supports major power and energy providers across Germany. The aircraft trio is joining the utility operator to support an array of missions, including powerline inspections, external load operations and pilot training for both private and governmental customers.

Known for having the highest hook load capability in the short-light single class combined with its Safran Arrius 2R engine and dual channel FADEC, the Bell 505 is well suited for a wide array of critical safety missions, including utility use. With the added benefit of wide panoramic windows, an open cabin design and synthetic vision technology, utility operators experience an elevated comprehensive look into terrain, powerlines and antennas while conducting their patrols.

“We’re proud to support Heli Transair in expanding its fleet with the Bell 505. The aircraft’s performance and versatility make it an ideal choice for utility and training missions across Germany, and we’re pleased to strengthen our successful partnership with Bell through this project,” concludes Johannes Graf von Schaesberg, CEO of Rheinland Air Service.