Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, reveals its Aircraft Laboratory for Future Autonomy (ALFA) based on the Bell 429 commercial aircraft. Developed by Bell's Advanced Programs team, ALFA is dedicated to performing flight maneuvers with an aircraft safety system and executing autonomous fly-by-wire flights. The fly-by-wire integration was a critical step in future development of autonomous controls for Bell’s commercial aircraft, an emerging technology that aims to reduce pilot workload and enhance safety.
Flight Safety and Pratt & Whitney Canada Expand Training for Turbo Shaft Powered Helicopters
Fri, 04/01/2011 - 12:00
FlightSafety International and Pratt & Whitney Canada announce the expansion of training programs for turbo shaft powered helicopters.
Bell Helicopter Lafayette Facility Achieves AS9100 Certification
Fri, 04/01/2011 - 12:00
Bell Helicopter announces that its Lafayette, LA facility has successfully achieved AS9100 Implementation and Certification.