Rotorcraft
Bell Rounds Out Heli-Expo with Orders, New Distributor
Centaurium Aviation sees “great potential” for Bell line in Switzerland.
Bell’s 505 garnered orders from new Swiss distributor Centaurium, which committed to purchasing three of the light singles, two for training and photography and one for demos. (Photo: Barry Ambrose)
Bell’s 505 garnered orders from new Swiss distributor Centaurium, which committed to purchasing three of the light singles, two for training and photography and one for demos. (Photo: Barry Ambrose)

Bell (Booth 1231) announced at Heli-Expo 2020 a new European distributor and more orders for its 505 Jet Ranger X and IFR-capable 407GXi turbine-single helicopters. Centaurium Aviation was appointed as an independent representative for the Bell line in Switzerland, with the Mörigen-based aircraft sales and acquisition firm signing a purchase agreement for three Bell 505s.