Check out Vertical magazine’s special digital edition celebrating Bell’s 90th anniversary. Turn through the pages and read the stories of determination, resilience and innovation.
“Spanning nine decades, the story of Bell is one of relentless engineering, bold milestones and enduring legacy in aviation and aerospace. We look back on 90 years of the company that helped define modern flight — and explore how it continues to shape the future of vertical lift.” - by Kenneth I. Swartz
In Bell’s rich 90-year history, we’ve accomplished industry firsts, world records and innovative solutions for global industries and lifesaving missions. Our history holds iconic moments where we dared to pursue unprecedented achievements, including the Bell X-1, the world’s first supersonic aircraft, and supporting the first lunar landing mission. These paved the way for vertical lift innovations that saved lives on the battlefield and became critical assets to operators across the globe.
Bell has developed a revolutionary fleet, moving people and goods in emergency medical services, utility, offshore, government protection and private operations every day. We’ve built aircraft that demonstrates grit, strengthens warfighters, and executes critical missions to protect nations.
Thank you to our employees, customers and partners for placing your trust in Bell. We celebrate this milestone with each of you. A special thank you to MHM Publishing and the talented writers with Vertical Magazine for telling our story.
About Bell
Thinking above and beyond is what we do. For more than 85 years, we’ve been reimagining the experience of flight – and where it can take us.
We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and to certify a commercial helicopter. We were a part of NASA’s first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. Today, we’re defining the future of advanced air mobility.
Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas – as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Textron Inc., – we have strategic locations around the globe. And with nearly one quarter of our workforce having served, helping our military achieve their missions is a passion of ours.
Above all, our breakthrough innovations deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. Efficiently. Reliably. And always, with safety at the forefront.
About Textron
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. For more information, visit: www.textron.com.
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- Alexis Baird
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