Global Medical Response to Add 15 IFR-Configured Bell 407GXi
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Global Medical Response to Add 15 IFR-Configured Bell 407GXis to its Fleet

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement for the sale of fifteen Bell 407GXis outfitted with IFR configuration kits to Global Medical Response with an option to purchase nine additional aircraft, bringing its total fleet to 250 Bell helicopters.

“Bell is proud to continue our relationship with Global Medical Response, one of the largest air medical service operators in the world. We are thrilled with our customer’s decision to expand its fleet with the Bell 407GXi platform,” said Danny Maldonado, chief commercial officer, Bell. “When it comes to our air medical operators getting to their patients, we recognize that minutes matter. With the Bell 407GXi, operators benefit from its advanced capabilities and reliability that gets them quickly to where it matters most.”

With 387 operational bases across all 50 U.S. states and internationally, Global Medical Response provides life-saving care as the largest end-to-end provider of acute out-of-hospital patient care. Global Medical Response’s air entities support emergent and non-emergent air missions, including critical care transport and emergency disaster response.

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Adding the capabilities of these fifteen new Bell aircraft will support Global Medical Response in its plans to expand the system’s footprint to help more patients in need.

“At Global Medical Response, we recognize the vital role air ambulances play in providing timely, life-saving care across a diverse landscape,” said Daniel Sweeza, National President of Air Operations for Global Medical Response. “Expanding our fleet allows us to further bridge the gap of access to healthcare. With this expansion, we are reinforcing our commitment to being there when every second counts, ensuring that patients have rapid access to advanced critical care, no matter where they are.”

Delivering impressive performance and fuel efficiency with the ability to cruise at 133 kts (246 km/h), the Bell 407GXi remains one of the top platforms for air medical agencies located throughout the world. With single-pilot IFR capability and adjustable cabin space, the Bell 407GXi allows operators to perform in demanding environments while carrying essential medical equipment needed during emergency missions.


Publishdate:
Nov 5, 2024

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