Bell Textron Inc., an American aerospace manufacturer based in Fort Worth, Texas, announced that its SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopter has received certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
This certification permits the aircraft to operate across the European Union, marking a significant milestone for its deployment in public safety roles such as firefighting.
Danny Maldonado, Bell’s chief commercial officer, stated: “We’re pleased the SUBARU Bell 412EPX has received EASA certification and look forward to seeing its growing success in the European region.”
Bell has already secured orders for the SUBARU Bell 412EPX in Europe, including one for the Sarajevo Canton Ministry of Interior and two for the Republic of Croatia’s Ministry of Interior.
These aircraft will be used for firefighting missions, as well as civil protection, medical transport, and natural disaster response.
The addition of the SUBARU Bell 412EPX is expected to bolster firefighting capabilities across the European Union, where its design and functionality make it particularly suited for such critical missions.
The SUBARU Bell 412EPX is equipped to handle challenging operational environments, making it a reliable choice for firefighting missions.
It features a maximum internal weight of 12,200 lbs. and an external weight of 13,000 lbs., enabling it to carry up to 5,000 lbs. with a cargo hook.
Its robust main rotor gearbox with dry run capability provides increased horsepower, improving efficiency in transporting supplies and personnel during firefighting and other emergency operations.
The SUBARU Bell 412EPX has also been adopted globally, with recent agreements including orders for San Diego Fire-Rescue in California, as well as the Japan Coast Guard and Japan’s Nara and Miyazaki Prefectures.
This helicopter’s growing presence demonstrates its adaptability and reliability in critical public safety missions.
Bell’s American engineering roots play a key role in the aircraft’s trusted performance, with the company continuing to support emergency services both domestically and abroad.
Bell Textron Inc., headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, announced that its SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopter has received certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
This allows the American-designed aircraft to operate across the EU in roles including firefighting, civil protection, and disaster response.
The model has already been ordered by the Sarajevo Canton Ministry of Interior and Croatia’s Ministry of Interior for firefighting missions.
Globally, it has been selected by agencies such as San Diego Fire-Rescue and the Japan Coast Guard.
With enhanced weight capacities and a robust rotor gearbox, the SUBARU Bell 412EPX is designed for efficiency in critical missions.
