Air Methods signs for 200 helicopters
Bell Helicopter announced on 3 March that an agreement had been reached for the sale of 200 Bell 407GXP helicopters configured for HEMS to Air Methods Corporation
Bell Helicopter announced on 3 March that an agreement had been reached for the sale of 200 Bell 407GXP helicopters configured for HEMS to Air Methods Corporation, one of the largest orders in the industry’s history. Air Methods will be the launch customer for the model. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2016 with a 10-year contract.
Aaron Todd, chief executive officer of Air Methods, said: “We rely heavily on our aircraft to support our promise of giving more tomorrows … [this helicopter] is the right fit for our needs.”
All of the Bell 407GXPs will be equipped with emergency medical services interiors by United Rotorcraft (an Air Methods division), designed with air critical care operators in mind. The adaptable interior can accommodate a single patient or specialty transport, and includes the articulating loading system for easy patient loading. The United Rotorcraft interior also provides integrated medical systems such as medical oxygen, suction, air, storage, electrical power, and approved provisions for securing medical support equipment during all aspects of flight.