5 More Advanced Rotorcraft Trainers On the Way

Bell Textron delivered the first 5 of a 10-aircraft order, handing over the new Bell 505 helicopters to the Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF).

The purchase agreement was finalized in July of 2022, approving the purchase of 10 aircraft, a flight training device, and a “comprehensive computer-based training package” to be installed at the King Hussein Air College in Mafraq, Jordan. 

“Bell is thrilled to complete the first Bell 505 deliveries to the Royal Jordanian Air Force and looks forward to equipping its cadets with a full fleet of technologically advanced, dynamic aircraft that will enhance the Armed Forces’ operational readiness,” said Patrick Moulay, senior vice president of International Commercial Sales at Bell.
 
“We are pleased to receive the first Bell 505 aircraft of our new fleet and look forward to providing our pilots with one of the best possible training platforms. These deliveries mark the expansion of our operations in the country and the growth of the capabilities of the Royal Jordanian Air Force,” said Brigadier. General Mohammad F. Hiyasat, Commander, Royal Jordanian Air Force.

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