Bell Celebrates 6000 Commercial Aircraft Built at Bell Textron Canada Centre

Bell Textron Canada Limited proudly announces the completion of its 6,000th commercial aircraft at the Commercial Delivery and Assembly Centre in Mirabel, Quebec, Canada. This milestone includes the production of two SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopters, which will be operated by the Sûreté du Québec. The aircraft will be delivered to the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable, which oversees a fleet through the Service Aérien Gouvernemental (SAG). This achievement represents a significant milestone in Bell Textron Canada's nearly 40-year history in Quebec.

"Our 6,000th helicopter built in Canada demonstrates our commitment to manufacturing aircraft capable of performing the most critical missions, as well as our dedication to contributing to Quebec's economy. We’re proud of the products Bell Textron Canada has delivered to support critical missions across the globe and thrilled to celebrate this milestone by delivering this aircraft and supporting our community," said Danny Maldonado, chief commercial officer, Bell Textron.

For almost four decades, Bell Textron Canada has been a cornerstone of our regional economy. The company highlights Quebec's expertise on a global scale, while generating quality employment and sustainable advantages in the Laurentians. The production of this 6,000th helicopter represents more than just a milestone; it is a testament to Quebec's expertise, a collective ambition, and a steadfast dedication to the safety of Quebec.

The Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable, through the SAG, adds two SUBARU Bell 412EPXs aircraft to its fleet and makes them available to the Sûreté du Québec to support their critical missions. "For the Sûreté du Québec, the new helicopters are essential to fulfilling our mission. Our police helicopter services, including search and rescue, are offered throughout Quebec thanks to our valuable partnership with the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable, particularly with the General Directorate of the SAG. In 2024, our helicopters carried out 116 missions," said Madame Liette Abel Normandin, Senior Director of Strategy and Institutional Affairs and member of the Sûreté du Québec's senior management team.

"Bell has been investing in Quebec for a long time, which has allowed us to create a global Centre of Excellence in Mirabel. We are delighted that, thanks to this, Quebec's engineering expertise is being exported worldwide with exceptional aircraft like the SUBARU Bell 412EPX," said Michael Nault, General Manager of Bell Textron Canada.

Since the 1960s, the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité Durable, through the SAG, has relied on Bell helicopters. The fleet used for the Sûreté du Québec’s mission plays a vital role in public safety across Quebec. The SUBARU Bell 412EPX is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and features that will enhance performance and operational capabilities in the Sûreté du Québec's operations, including search and rescue missions across forest and mountainous terrain, crew and equipment transport, flood evacuation, aerial surveillance, and tactical operations.

The celebrations took place at Bell Textron Canada's Mirabel facility, where employees and dignitaries gathered to commemorate the historic event. Bell Textron Canada continues to set the standard for excellence in the aviation industry, and the delivery of the 6,000th helicopter is a testament to the talent and dedication of the team delivering Bell commercial aircraft.