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Bell Helicopter To Supply 407GXs to the Mexican Air Force

Wednesday, March 4th, 2015

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Bell Helicopter [TXT] March 2 said it has sold 15 407GX helicopters to the Mexican Air Force (FAM) with deliveries to begin this year.The aircraft will be configured for a variety of parapublic missions.The Bell 407GX features the fully-integrated Garmin G1000H™ flight deck, providing critical flight information at a glance for greater situational awareness and increased safety. The helicopter also features a tail rotor camera, allowing the pilot a clear view of the tail during takeoffs and landings.“We are extremely…

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