When discussing aviation in a general sense, it is important to know the difference between fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft. While fixed-wing aircraft feature rigid wing structures that create lift through forward thrust and movement, rotary-wing aircraft feature rotary blades that are generally spun around rapidly to generate the upward force to lift off and fly. Rotary-wing aircraft are particularly useful in situations where traditional fixed-wing aircraft are unable to operate safely, due to the fact that they can regularly hover in place and take off and land vertically. Read more >>

Fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft are commonly used across industries for many applications, each type being more suited for specific applications or uses. When trying to figure out which is best for one’s needs, it can be useful to determine what advantages one type may hold over the other, such as whether a rotary-wing model may be better than a fixed-wing option based on the situation. Generally speaking, the primary advantage of rotary-wing aircraft over fixed-wing aircraft is their ability to take off, hover, and land vertically without needing a runway or a long stretch of flat land. This allows rotary-wing aircraft to operate in a wider range of environments, including urban areas, mountains, forests, and offshore locations which fixed-wing aircraft are unable to access with ease. Read more >>

The greatest design strength of helicopters, the horizontal main rotor blade that lets the aircraft take off and land vertically, is also its greatest design issue: as the main rotor spins, it generates enormous amounts of torque, which, if left unopposed, will cause the rest of the helicopter to spin as well, rendering it completely uncontrollable. To balance out this torque, the vertical tail rotor spins in opposition of the main rotor to cancel out the rotary effect. Read more >>

Bell Helicopter, a company and global manufacturer of aircrafts under Textron Inc., recently disclosed their rebranding to be known simply as “Bell.” By developing a new branding strategy along with created a more modern logo for the company, it can be noted that the company is focusing and planting their focus on both innovation and customer experience. Bell will follow through with the rebranding of the company within the next year. Read more >>

The well-known helicopter manufacturer, Bell Helicopter, recently signed an agreement with Reignwood International Investment Group. This agreement was for an extra purchase of fifty more Bell 505 Jet Ranger X light singles over the next 3 years. It also allows for the company to become the exclusive reseller in regard to the 505, located in China, and also create a delivery and maintenance facility for the 505. Read more >>