Bell Unveils Landmark Delivery of the First Bell 505 to Greece
Bell Textron Inc., a subsidiary of Textron Inc., has announced the handing over of the inaugural Bell 505 to a client in Greece. The aircraft was delivered in August at the Bell Prague Service Center. This privately-owned helicopter will be utilized by Bellavia Ltd. for commercial operations across the mainland and islands of Greece, catering to business, VIP, leisure, and charter flights. Bellavia will manage and maintain the aircraft with its organization’s certifications, using pilots and technicians trained at the Bell Training Academy.
“This marks an exhilarating milestone for the Bell 505. We are delighted to present the first 505 in Greece,” remarked Patrick Moulay, senior vice president of International Commercial Business at Bell. “The Bell 505 is an exceptional platform that is suitable for any adventure. It allows travelers to discover the world from a fresh angle and visit some of its most secluded and picturesque locations.”
Since 1991, Bellavia Aviation Services Ltd. has been operating and servicing Bell aircraft. This third-generation family enterprise commenced its journey with a Bell 47, accumulating over 3,500 flight hours in agricultural fertilization, mosquito control, and aerial cinematography. Operations continued with the iconic Bell 206 JetRanger, Bell 230, Bell 206 LongRanger, and the current fleet, which includes Bell 206, Bell 407, Bell 429, and Bell 505.
“We are overjoyed to enhance our fleet with another Bell helicopter. We take immense pride in navigating Bell helicopters through the azure skies of Greece and consistently value the unmatched support and advanced technology that Bell provides,” stated Rania Belesioti, accountable manager at Bellavia Ltd. “Our clients and partners receive what they merit: the safest and highest quality flights over the stunning landscapes and islands of Greece.”
Bell has successfully delivered 78 Bell 505 helicopters across Europe to clients in Italy, Switzerland, Slovakia, and now Greece. The company continues to expand its international presence with aircraft sales for both private and commercial applications. Additionally, Bell’s Prague facility offers local operators accessible maintenance, repair, and overhaul solutions.
