Capabilities
Targeting Sight Systems (TSS)
Introducing the Garmin G100H NXi Flight Deck
Dual core processing power (~75% reduction [OA1] in Avionics start time)
High-resolution LED back-lit displays enhances visuals and screen brightness
Split-screen capability increases situational awareness and reduces pilot work load by allowing more simultaneous information display
HSI map overlay introduces intuitive information display on PFD
Allows for day and night operation, and is the most advanced system in use by the US military helicopter community.
Next: Precise Flight Pulselite ®
The system will also be made available by Bell as an aftermarket installation
According to the manufacturer, the Pulselite® system has a direct impact on reducing the number of bird strikes
When enabled, the Pulselite® system alternately pulses the landing and taxi lights to enhance the visibility of the aircraft to traffic and birds
The Precise Flight Pulselite® system will now be included as standard equipment on all new Bell 407GXi purchases that are signed and firmed after January 1st, 2020
Precise Flight Pulselite ®
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Retrofitting kits available
depending on current model
HSI map overlay introduces intuitive information display on PFD
Split-screen capability increases situational awareness and reduces pilot work load by allowing more simultaneous information display
High-resolution LED back-lit displays enhances visuals and screen brightness
Dual core processing power (~75% reduction [OA1] in Avionics start time)
Introducing the Garmin G100H NXi Flight Deck
Next: Precise Flight Pulselite ®
AIM-9 Sidewinder
Retrofitting kits available
depending on current model
AH-1Z is the only helicopter in production equipped with the AIM-9 sidewinder.
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HSI map overlay introduces intuitive information display on PFD
Split-screen capability increases situational awareness and reduces pilot work load by allowing more simultaneous information display
High-resolution LED back-lit displays enhances visuals and screen brightness
Dual core processing power (~75% reduction [OA1] in Avionics start time)
Introducing the Garmin G100H NXi Flight Deck
Next: Precise Flight Pulselite ®
Lethality and Speed
Retrofitting kits available
depending on current model
AH-1Z flies faster, further and longer with the smallest battlefield signature while carrying the most lethal air ground weapons mix of any US attack helicopter.
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HSI map overlay introduces intuitive information display on PFD
Split-screen capability increases situational awareness and reduces pilot work load by allowing more simultaneous information display
High-resolution LED back-lit displays enhances visuals and screen brightness
Dual core processing power (~75% reduction [OA1] in Avionics start time)
Introducing the Garmin G100H NXi Flight Deck
Next: Precise Flight Pulselite ®
H-1 Commonality
Retrofitting kits available
depending on current model
The H-1 aircraft share 85%+ commonality between Y and Z platforms, which offers operatorsthe lowest total life cycle costs by reducing logistics, maintenance, and training costs.
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Withstand saltwater, corrosion and so much more. All H1 components are marinized to meet U.S. Navy specifications— protecting your frame from corrosion, and your crew from danger.
Features
Modern Marinization
Maintain visibility—and safety—in inclement weather. The Optimized TopOwl Helmet augments reality right before your eyes. Keep your head up and focused on the battlefield.
Helmet-mounted Sight Display
Accurately identify long-range targets—in any weather, day or night. The third-generation Target Sight System provides greater reach and precision in your toughest attacks.
Smart TSS Sensor
Move between your aircraft seamlessly. The Bell AH-1Z shares 85% commonality with the Bell UH-1Y components—shrinking the need for extra logistics, maintenance and training costs for your entire fleet.
UH-1Y Compatible
The weapons you need, when you need them. Two sidewinder air-to-air missiles. Sixteen air-to-ground missiles. Weapons system-guided rockets—all ready to take out targets on your command.
Versatile Weapons Systems
Ready for anything the enemy throws at you. With the same air-to-air missile that’s carried on the world’s most advanced fighters, you won’t find yourself out-gunned.
AIM-9
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BELL AH-1Z
Missions
Attack
Aerial Reconnaissance
Escort
Escort
Escort
Escort
Aerial Reconnaisance
Attack
Attack
Make your strikes more lethal, and your missions more survivable. High-tech sensors enable pilots to identify, track and assign targets—even at maximum weapon range.
Sensor-powered Sight
Aerial Reconnaisance
Never take flight unprotected. Scan landing zones thoroughly. Pursue targets with precision. And react to threats en route. All in one exceptional aerial escort.
Armed for Assurance
Escort
Next: Operator-Driven Design
Rising operating cost
Challenge: Aging OH-58 Fleet
Case Study: Sacramento Police Department
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Lower costs drives more flight hours, providing more support to officers on ground
Very low-cost alternative to larger aircraft
The Bell 505 has among the lowest acquisition and operating cost of public safety aircraft on the market
95% of Mission Solution, Only 50% Cost
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A 3.9 hrs endurance allows for most ALE missions (patrol, command/control, etc)
Superior visibility enhances law enforcement operations
Design driven by customer input including maintenance providers
Operator-Driven Design
Designed to provide protection on the move so that your teams are never vulnerable. With extreme durability and surrounding visibility, you are equipped to head out into unpredictable territories.
Aerial Protection
Escort
Integrated glass cockpit allows for maximum safety and control
Simple, easy and pre-flight procedures for fast call to action
Life Cycle Cost will be significantly less than any Long Light Single
Outdated mission equipment
Advanced avionics
Solution: The Bell 505
Bell 505’s thermal imaging and infrared helped SPD capture two suspects shortly after delivery
Ergonomic seats
Air Operations Team flies comfortably during long missions
Maintenance and operation
Easy and low cost Enhanced safety – Certified to latest safety standards
Performance
Speeds of 125 knots and useful load of 1,500 pounds - provides high performance to meet the SPD’s mission
Aerial Reconnaissance
EMPTY
30-minute loss of lube certified
Twin-engine platform
Extended range auxiliary fuel
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Maintenance and operation
Performance
Ergonomic seats
Advanced avionics
Solution: The Bell 505
Outdated mission equipment
Rising operating cost
Challenge: Aging OH-58 Fleet
Easy and low cost Enhanced safety – Certified to latest safety standards
Speeds of 125 knots and useful load of 1,500 pounds - provides high performance to meet the SPD’s mission
Air Operations Team flies comfortably during long missions
Bell 505’s thermal imaging and infrared helped SPD capture two suspects shortly after delivery
Case Study: Sacramento Police Department
Next: Operator-Driven Design
Next: Case Study
Life Cycle Cost will be significantly less than any Long Light Single
Lower costs drives more flight hours, providing more support to officers on ground
Very low-cost alternative to larger aircraft
The Bell 505 has among the lowest acquisition and operating cost of public safety aircraft on the market
95% of Mission Solution, Only 50% Cost
Next: Mission Solution
Simple, easy and pre-flight procedures for fast call to action
Integrated glass cockpit allows for maximum safety and control
A 3.9 hrs endurance allows for most ALE missions (patrol, command/control, etc)
Superior visibility enhances law enforcement operations
Design driven by customer input including maintenance providers
Operator-Driven Design
Come equipped to complete Search and Rescue missions. Specialized aircrew and a hoist kit in the cabin prepare the aircraft—and your crew—for the worst.
Kits Equipped for Success
Search and Rescue
Search and Rescue
4-axis Autopilot and available Auto Hover for exceptional stability and pilot workload relief
Float kits and radar features
Aux Fuel Capability
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Maintenance and operation
Performance
Ergonomic seats
Advanced avionics
Solution: The Bell 505
Outdated mission equipment
Rising operating cost
Challenge: Aging OH-58 Fleet
Easy and low cost Enhanced safety – Certified to latest safety standards
Speeds of 125 knots and useful load of 1,500 pounds - provides high performance to meet the SPD’s mission
Air Operations Team flies comfortably during long missions
Bell 505’s thermal imaging and infrared helped SPD capture two suspects shortly after delivery
Case Study: Sacramento Police Department
Next: Operator-Driven Design
Next: Case Study
Life Cycle Cost will be significantly less than any Long Light Single
Lower costs drives more flight hours, providing more support to officers on ground
Very low-cost alternative to larger aircraft
The Bell 505 has among the lowest acquisition and operating cost of public safety aircraft on the market
95% of Mission Solution, Only 50% Cost
Next: Mission Solution
Simple, easy and pre-flight procedures for fast call to action
Integrated glass cockpit allows for maximum safety and control
A 3.9 hrs endurance allows for most ALE missions (patrol, command/control, etc)
Superior visibility enhances law enforcement operations
Design driven by customer input including maintenance providers
Operator-Driven Design
Don't let distance impact your target. Conduct lethal strikes and successful missions with high-tech sensors, helping pilots identify, track and assign targets.
Sensor-powered Sight
Aerial Reconnaissance
Aerial Reconnaissance
4-axis Autopilot and available Auto Hover for exceptional stability and pilot workload relief
Float kits and radar features
Aux Fuel Capability
Search and Rescue
Maintenance and operation
Performance
Ergonomic seats
Advanced avionics
Solution: The Bell 505
Outdated mission equipment
Rising operating cost
Challenge: Aging OH-58 Fleet
Easy and low cost Enhanced safety – Certified to latest safety standards
Speeds of 125 knots and useful load of 1,500 pounds - provides high performance to meet the SPD’s mission
Air Operations Team flies comfortably during long missions
Bell 505’s thermal imaging and infrared helped SPD capture two suspects shortly after delivery
Case Study: Sacramento Police Department
Next: Operator-Driven Design
Next: Case Study
Life Cycle Cost will be significantly less than any Long Light Single
Lower costs drives more flight hours, providing more support to officers on ground
Very low-cost alternative to larger aircraft
The Bell 505 has among the lowest acquisition and operating cost of public safety aircraft on the market
95% of Mission Solution, Only 50% Cost
Next: Mission Solution
Simple, easy and pre-flight procedures for fast call to action
Integrated glass cockpit allows for maximum safety and control
A 3.9 hrs endurance allows for most ALE missions (patrol, command/control, etc)
Superior visibility enhances law enforcement operations
Design driven by customer input including maintenance providers
Operator-Driven Design
With an impressive communications suite, the UH-1Y is an excellent platform for the mission commander. Slew the sensor towards the objective and call the shots from the air.
Reach everyone
Command & Control
Command & Control
4-axis Autopilot and available Auto Hover for exceptional stability and pilot workload relief
Float kits and radar features
Aux Fuel Capability
Command & Control
Identify the target. Hit it with precision. Save lives. The Bell AH-1Z is the only attack helicopter in the world with fully-integrated air-to-air missile capability—giving you an airborne edge.
Air to Ground Fire Support
Avionics
Powerplant
Capacity
Performance
Bell 2nd Generation BasiX-Pro™
Integrated Glass Cockpit System
Avionics
Avionics
Powerplant
Powerplant
200 KIAS
Performance
Performance
Specifications
Max Speed
139 KTAS
Cruise Speed
Combat Radius
Capacity
Capacity
18,500 lbs
Max Gross Weight
5,385 lbs / 2,443 kg
Useful Load, Internal*
6,185 lbs / 2,805 kg
Useful Load, External
13,000 lbs / 5,897 kg
Max Gross Weight (External )
Max Gross Weight (Internal)
Model: T700-GE-401C
Bell’s patented Power Situation Indicator (PSI)
4 large-screen, high resolution multi-function displays providing EFIS, EICAS and systems displays
Optional flight displays increase situational awareness:
Standard avionics features include:
Garmin GTN-750 NAV/COM/GPS with high resolution digital maps, approach plates and more
412.5 gal
12,200 lbs / 5,534 lbs
Geo-referenced charting
Standard GTN-650 NAV/COM/GPS replacing the standard 2nd NAV & COM radios
Common operation, equipment, support with 2nd Gen BasiX-Pro™ system on Bell 429
6,815 lbs / 3,091 kg
Empty Weight*
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131 nm
Sideward - Rearward Flight
310 nm
Max Range
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41 KIAS
Fuel Capacity
-0.5 to +2.3 g
Maneuverability
Output, Uninstalled,
Each Engine: 1,800 shp
5,764 lbs
Max Useful Load
Assumptions: 8 Hellfire, 14 70mm Rockets (unguided or APKWS), 650 rounds 20mm, 120 expendable countermeasures and 20 minute fuel reserve.
