Bell 429 to the Swedish National Police

Today Bell Helicopter issued a press release where it announced that it has signed a purchase agreement with the Swedish National Police for seven Bell 429 helicopters to the Swedish Police Wing. The aircraft will be used for police operations including surveillance, reconnaissance, maintaining public order, aerial photography, aid in rescue missions and police transportation. The Swedish National Police were the first and only helicopter police unit in Sweden when they began operating Bell 47 G-2A in 1964 to complete their duties. In addition to the new Bell 429 fleet, the Swedish National Police currently have a Bell 206 Jet Ranger that serves as a flight trainer at the organisation’s own flight school.

“We are honoured the Swedish National Police have chosen us to continue providing them with the aircraft their missions demand,” said Patrick Moulay, managing director in Europe. “We are thankful for the opportunity to help the Swedish National Police protect and serve their country.”

The aircraft will be heavily customized in Bell Piney Flat facilities before their delivery to the Swedish National Police in 2015.