Bell delivers first helicopter from Prague delivery center

Bell Helicopter has delivered the first helicopter from its new Prague Customization and Delivery Center.

The first helicopters were delivered to Air Transport Europe of Slovakia. Three Bell 429 helicopters in EMS configuration.

“We celebrated the installation of our brand new paint facility and delivery center earlier this May,” said Joachim Goldenberg, general manager, Bell Helicopter in Prague. “We now have the ability to provide full customization, including maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities – offering a bespoke delivery experience for all of our European customers.”

“Europe remains a key market for us to continue to grow and develop our balanced business,” said Jakub Hoda, regional director for Europe and Russia. “Establishing the Bell Helicopter facility in Prague lends to our anticipation of further market growth in addition to the introduction of the new Bell 505 and Bell 525. With this growth, we intend to have the people, products and facilities necessary to continue to win in the region and support our growing footprint.”