The Bell Model 30 Ship 1. Near the beginning.

 

Creating the highest standards wasn't easy. They had to be proven. They tell us where we've been and where we're going. That’s the beauty of the time-tested aircraft. From then to now - rugged and reliable. We've worked hard to make our aircraft easy to own and operate. No wonder we make the most popular turbine helicopter ever built.

 

Image - The Bell Model 30, ship one. Near the beginning...
...being readied for flight in the backyard of the Gardenville development facility.

 

Model 30 Ship 1 Highlights

  • Swedish Yoke on rotor and wheeled landing gear.
  • Straight tail rotor shaft
  • Used in both tethered and non-tethered flights
  • Photo shows under make-ready for flight from Gardenville Airport

Great grandfather to the Bell 206B3 and more...It led the way simply to the most reliable, survivable, supportable, mission capable helicopter for the money. And every Bell has great resale value. So go ahead. Scan the horizon. From past to present, you just can't find a downside.

 

 

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