Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced its aircraft line-up and media briefing schedule for the 2012 Heli-Expo.  These events will demonstrate Bell Helicopter’s commitment to driving affordable mission solutions for its customers.

Bell Helicopter’s exhibit will feature the first multi-mission configured Bell 429 – operated by Fairfax County Police– as well as a newly-completed Bell 407GX – operated by Helicopter Flight Services.  Our Customer Support and Services Experience will provide an interactive journey into our industry-leading support throughout the lifecycle of an aircraft.

Additional information about Bell Helicopter products is available www.bellhelicopter.com.

Bell Helicopter media activities during the show will include:

Bell Helicopter New Product Announcement

• Sunday, Feb. 12
• 11:30 a.m. local time
• Bell Helicopter exhibit in the Convention Center

Bell Helicopter Press Conference

• Sunday, Feb. 12
• 2:00 p.m. local time
• Ballroom C in the Convention Center (updated)

Bell Helicopter New Program Press Conference

• Sunday, Feb. 12
• 3:00 p.m. local time
• Ballroom C in the Convention Center (updated)

Company Executive Interviews

The following Bell Helicopter executives will be available for interviews:

• John L. Garrison, Jr., President & CEO
• Larry Roberts, Senior Vice President of Commercial Business
• Danny Maldonado, Senior Vice President of Customer Support & Chief Services Officer