Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office Accepts Delivery of New Bell 412EPI

Albuquerque, New Mexico (July 30, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today the delivery of a Bell 412EPI to the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office during a press conference at Double Eagle II Airport. The Unit, commonly referred to as MASU (Metropolitan Air Support Unit), will use its new Bell 412EPI to grow its public safety capabilities throughout New Mexico's most populous county.

"Bell is excited that MASU is expanding upon their aerial parapublic capabilities with the Bell 412EPI," said Lane Evans, managing director, North America. "Combining its wide-cabin space and modern flight technology, the Bell 412EPI has proven its reputation as a multi-mission ready aircraft in the public safety field."

Known for their cutting-edge response rates, MASU frequently adds to the capabilities of local public safety agencies, including local law enforcement and fire departments, during emergencies. With the recent delivery of its Bell 412EPI, MASU plans to increase their public safety presence through using the advanced capabilities of the aircraft with the goal of providing a sense of safety and well-being to all that they serve.

"Safety and efficiency in response operations are paramount to the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. With the integration of the Bell 412EPI into our Metro Air Support Unit, we are enhancing our capability to manage emergencies effectively and significantly improving our service to the community," said Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen. "This aircraft represents a leap forward in our public safety efforts, equipped with state-of-the-art technology to support our mission."

With 21st century flight technology, the Bell 412EPI offers high-resolution maps and terrain data on four displays, allowing pilots to navigate in challenging environments more efficiently. This multi-mission ready aircraft has the capacity to seat up to 14 passengers, allowing for crews to include essential medical and law enforcement equipment needed for emergency missions.

To date, more than 54 percent of the Bell 412 global fleet are involved in parapublic and military missions worldwide.

To find out more about how the Bell 412EPI advances missions worldwide, please view the Bell product page or visit the Bell booth (#100) this week during APSCON 2024.

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