Bell 429, FTD join Helicopter Institute training fleet

October 22, 2024

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Helicopter Institute is excited to announce the addition of a Bell 429 helicopter to its fleet, enhancing its commitment to the Beyond Factory Training initiative. The Bell 429 is known for its advanced technology, versatility, and reliability.

The Bell 429 as well as a Level 5 FTD will be integrated into Helicopter Institute’s advanced training curriculum, offering students hands-on experience with one of the industry’s leading aircraft. Helicopter Institute will provide a mission specific training experience that reflects the current standards of the aviation industry.

“We are thrilled to welcome the Bell 429 to our on site training fleet,” said Randy Rowles, President at Helicopter Institute. “This helicopter is operated by many of our existing customers in which we provide training at their location. We believe that our students will greatly benefit from the opportunity to train at our location often combining training with other platforms they operate such as the Bell 407, Bell 206, Bell 505, Airbus AS350 and more. Our goal is to ensure that our customers are not only skilled pilots but also familiar with the latest advancements in helicopter technology.”

The addition of the Bell 429 is part of Helicopter Institute’s ongoing efforts to enhance its Beyond Factory Training initiative and provide students with the tools they need to succeed in their aviation careers. The Institute offers a variety of training options, including mission specific profiles, night vision goggle (NVG), contract Part 135 training and more!

For more information about the Helicopter Institute and its training programs, please visit www.beyondfactorytraining.com.

About Helicopter Institute:

Helicopter Institute is a family business that was established in 2009 by Randy and Samantha Rowles in an effort to provide helicopter operators and pilots an alternative to OEM/Factory aircraft transition courses. Through Helicopter Institute’s Beyond Factory Training Initiative, we maintain the highest level of professionalism and standards,

Helicopter Institute offers training solutions in a wide variety of industry aircraft. Our headquarters is located at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW).