Bell names JGAS as authorised reseller in Japan

Bell Textron has appointed Japan General Aviation Service (JGAS) as the new Bell 505 authorised reseller in Japan. This appointment is designed to continue the model’s momentum in the Asian market, according to the manufacturer.

Takuya Masamura, country manager, Bell Japan claimed the model has grown from strength-to-strength in the region over recent years. “With their extensive experience and deep commitment to the customer, JGAS was the ideal choice to work with to grow the Bell 505’s presence in a key market,” said Masamura. “We look forward to working together to deliver an aircraft that consistently and efficiently provides value and performance to users.”

JGAS was founded in 2009 and deals with aircraft sales, spare parts and aftermarket support services.

Masayuki Tominaga, vice president and general manager, Aviation Business Headquarters, JGAS said operators in Japan are recognising the helicopter’s multi-mission capabilities. “JGAS is well placed in Japan to grow the Bell 505 footprint here while offering the capabilities to customise aircraft to suit the needs of Japanese operators,” added Masayuki Tominaga.

Since its launch seven years ago Bell Textron has delivered more than 100  helicopters of this model across the Asia Pacific region.

Meanwhile, in March the manufacturer signed a purchase agreement for Japan’s  Designer Series Bell 429 helicopter with JGAS. Japan Biz Aviation Co (JBZ), a subsidiary of JGAS, will deploy the aircraft on corporate relocation missions and other services in Japan.