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Ever dreamt of flying your very own aircraft? Explore the world and experience freedom like never before with the Bell 505 helicopter
We all lost time due to the global pandemic—time to be with our loved ones, time to travel, and time to uncover new capabilities. Now that we can finally resume it all, the sky is the utter limit. Not only do we get to visit our favourite cities again, but we can now explore new hobbies and pursuits with zero restrictions.
For the most adventurous and thrill-seeking bunch, nothing spells freedom quite like taking flight and being in total control. It’s a dream that might seem elusive to many but is nonetheless viable with a groundbreaking force like Bell, a commercial aerospace manufacturer that has stood the test of time. It now introduces the Bell 505, an ingenious machine that’s sure to take you on life’s most riveting journeys.
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Above Photo: Courtesy of Bell
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The Bell 505 stems from the Bell 47 series, which was the first helicopter certified for civilian use in 1946. Bell continued to innovate through efficient and reliable breakthroughs, reimagining the experience of flight for certified aeronauts and aspiring pilots alike. Building upon decades of success, the Bell 505 is the most advanced and dynamic aircraft in its class—packing a powerful engine and optimal style in one state-of-the-art make.
Bell achieves this magnum opus by collaborating with a team of pilots, maintainers and operators from around the world. Together, their shared expertise is able to translate into covetable features in the Bell 505, from its easier pilot controls to the most comfortable passenger seats.
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Above Photo: Courtesy of Bell
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When you fly a Bell 505, there’s also a significant reduction in your typical workload so you can steer with ease while taking in scenic views. This is primarily due to its fully integrated Garmin G1000H NXiTM flight deck with twin 10.4-inch LCD screens. On this panel, optional flight displays have been designed to increase situational awareness, such as traffic information, terrain awareness and warnings, a moving map, and more.
Above all, the undeniable mainspring of the Bell 505 is its Safran Arrius 2R engine. This comes with a dual-channel Full Authority Digital Engine Control system, which heightens fuel efficiency and reliability to make the most of your ride.
Cementing the Bell 505’s status as the ultimate companion for jet-setters, it features five forward-facing seats with plush space and a fully flat floor for more cabin configurations. Your passengers are treated to breathtaking views for every moment aboard the helicopter, while a quieter system makes for a more enjoyable flying experience. Large doors also make boarding and loading cargo easier, so you can bring all the active or leisure gear you might require.
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Above Photo: Courtesy of Bell
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When the need for an airport is eliminated, freely set your aircraft atop white sand beaches, soaring mountain peaks, or wherever else your heart wills you. The choices are endless with the Bell 505, and so too, are the memories you’ll make with it.
Inviting you to explore and scoop out your knack for freedom and adventure, Bell truly opens a gateway to doing things differently. Through its remarkable facets and unparalleled design, the Bell 505 is simply prepared to take you somewhere extraordinary.
Hear from one of the Bell 505’s owners in the Philippines, Ed Mijares, below:
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Trained as a student journalist, Mac’s knack for writing was a serendipitous discovery. Years later and she can’t imagine doing anything else. When she isn’t typing away on a story, she revels in being lost in a new city, revisiting a cosy film or sitcom, and idling away with her dogs.
