Lifecycle Cost Benefits
With the lowest maintenance cost per flight hour in its class, you will receive the best operational cost value while still benefiting from a modern, 21st Century aircraft.
BELL 525
Best-in-Class design
Set a new standard for flight with this new, 21st century aircraft. Flexible cabin layouts. Single-engine flyaway capability. Superior payload and range performance. And exceptional visibility—all meet and exceed industry standards.
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Hover Performance
Hover ceiling at max gross weight, ISA day.
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9,132
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In Ground Effect
7,626
Out of Ground Effect
2+16
capacity
160
speed
619
range
Missions
Energy
Designed for Deepwater
When you work in a challenging environment with long distance travel, you need a smooth ride. Combining low vibrations, a comfortable cabin and an already marinized airframe, the 525 offers the best transport experience for offshore operations.
Corporate
Quiet Cabin Comfort
Exceed your expectations with a large, customizable cabin and fully integrated high-tech features. It's got the style you need —with the speed to match.
Public Safety
Fit for Service Equipment
Skip the airport and head straight for adventure. The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X is ready to take you not just where you need to go, but where you want to go.
Troop Transport
Flexible and Fast
Join generations of first-time pilots who learned to fly with confidence. With a glass cockpit and new avionics, this new aircraft combines an upgraded platform with the familiar feel of a Bell 206 to give you the thrill of flight.
SAR/HEMS
Respond First, Fast
Military training programs are nothing new to Bell. Since training the first Army pilots in 1946, Bell has played a significant role in promoting safety and mission success. Our well-structured programs and training aircraft have helped aviators develop critical skills and enhance unit capabilities with innovative technology.
When you work in a challenging environment with long distance travel, you need a smooth ride. Combining low vibrations, a comfortable cabin and an already marinized airframe, the 525 offers the best transport experience for offshore operations.
Exceed your expectations with a large, customizable cabin and fully integrated high-tech features. It's got the style you need —with the speed to match.
Skip the airport and head straight for adventure. The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X is ready to take you not just where you need to go, but where you want to go.
Join generations of first-time pilots who learned to fly with confidence. With a glass cockpit and new avionics, this new aircraft combines an upgraded platform with the familiar feel of a Bell 206 to give you the thrill of flight.
Military training programs are nothing new to Bell. Since training the first Army pilots in 1946, Bell has played a significant role in promoting safety and mission success. Our well-structured programs and training aircraft have helped aviators develop critical skills and enhance unit capabilities with innovative technology.
Fit the equipment you need with a generous layout, flat floor and removable seats. Make mission preparedness easier with seamless cabin customization.
Get heightened situational and terrain awareness for your flight crew with the 505's glass cockpit and large windows, all at a competitive rate.
A Greener Aircraft
Green Procedures
Cooling and heating systems independent from main engines
Recycled Consumables
Uses recycled chemicals such as turbine and gearbox oils and brake fluid
Chemical Reduction
Does not require refrigerant for heating & cooling and utilizes sustainable chemicals
Green Compliance
Corrosion inhibitors, such as Zinc-Nickel plating instead of cadmium, comply with European Union regulations
Features
Long Range. High Payload.
When operating offshore or over long distances, you’ll need an aircraft that can get you there. Get the best range and payload capabilities to complete all your missions.
Pilot Workload Simplicity
Tackle your toughest missions with certainty. The first commercial triple redundant fly-by-wire aircraft in the world is highly responsive, with state-of-the-art stability so you can fly with maximum control—and minimal stress.
Modern Cockpit
The Garmin G5000 sets a new standard for precise control. Four high-def displays. Two touchscreen controls. And all the flight information a pilot needs to command any environment.
Marinization Comes Standard
Save costs and keep your aircraft flying. Our standard aircraft includes marinization, which prevents corrosion from even the harshest operating conditions.
Various Seating Options
A spacious cabin reconfigured to your seating needs. And the fully flat and flexible floor lets you remove and rearrange them for corporate or oil and gas transport. So your mission runs smoothly and your passengers fly comfortably.
Bell 525 Specifications
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Performance
Hover Ceiling IGE**
9,132 ft / 2,783 m
Hover Ceiling OGE
7,626 ft / 2,324 m
Max Cruise
160 kts | 296 km/h
Max Range*
619 NM / 1146 km
*Max GW, Sea Level, ISA, standard fuel, no reserves, VLRC
**Max GW, ISA day
Capacities
Aft Baggage Compartment Volume
128 ft³ / 3.6 m³
High Density Seating
2 + 20
Maximum Gross Weight (Internal)
20,500 lb / 9,299 kg
Passenger Cabin Floor Area
88 sq. ft / 8.2 sq. m
Standard Fuel
643.8 US gal / 2,437 litres
Standard Seating
2 + 16
*MGW, Sea Level, ISA, no reserve
Powerplant
Max Continuous
1,714 SHP / 1,278 kW
Takeoff
1,979 SHP / 1,476 kW
Two General Electric CT7-2F1 gas turbo-shaft engines with dual FADEC
Avionics
Garmin G5000H® avionics incorporating the first touchscreen glass flight deck designed for helicopters.
Upgrades
Protect Your Investment
Bell’s Customer Advantage Plan simplifies maintenance with predictable costs, access to parts, and coverage for scheduled and unscheduled repairs. Stay mission-ready while protecting your investment.
Optimize Your Avionics
Bell’s worldwide support network keeps you flying. With over 100 authorized service facilities and 24/7 expert technical assistance, you’ll have fast, reliable access to maintenance, parts, and training wherever your mission takes you.
Accessorize Your Aircraft
Enhance your aircraft with OEM approved upgrades from Aeronautical Accessories.
Let's Talk
Connect with our team to learn how our products can best serve you and your purpose. Call us any time and speak to our sales representatives about aircraft details, upgrades and cost.
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