Bengaluru. At Aero India 2025, Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced the sale of two Bell 505 helicopters to Chipsan Aviation, a leading Indian Non-Scheduled Air Operator based in New Delhi.
Established in 2009, Chipsan Aviation provides commercial air transportation of passengers using helicopters and business jet aircraft. The company also provides aircraft and heliport management as well as aviation consultancy services.
“The Indian general aviation market is poised for significant growth as operators and customers recognise the tremendous value that rotary-wing aircraft, particularly Bell helicopters, can bring to their business and personal objectives,” said David Sale, managing director, Asia Pacific, Bell. “We are honoured that Chipsan has selected the proven Bell 505 next-generation short light single helicopter for their corporate, tourism, emergency medical services and utility missions, and we look forward to supporting the return to service of both these aircraft.”
Upon delivery, the two Bell 505s will join Chipsan’s existing fleet of six helicopters and will be utilised for corporate charters, helicopter tourism, emergency medical services and utility work.
The versatile Bell 505 has proven to be a preferred platform for private operators and government agencies worldwide, with over 505 aircraft delivered, accumulating well over 100,000 flight hours globally. Equipped with a Garmin G1000H NXi integrated avionics suite, a dual-channel FADEC-controlled engine, wraparound windows, and Synthetic Vision technology, the Bell 505 enhances situational awareness and reduces pilot workload, enabling effective operations in diverse conditions.
