Bell Highlights Africa’s strategic importance at Law Enforcement Symposium

The two-day event highlighted Bell's ongoing commitment to supporting public safety and strengthening relationships with operators in the region, with a focus on safety practices and operational efficiency.

This symposium is part of Bell's broader commitment to the African market, which continues to grow in strategic importance for the company. With more than 65 active public safety helicopters in Africa, Bell recognises the increasing demand for versatile, reliable aircraft to support law enforcement, humanitarian missions, and economic development.

Africa's diverse geography, rugged terrain, vast distances, and evolving infrastructure require advanced rotorcraft capable of operating in challenging environments, with Bell saying its vertical lift solutions an essential asset for the region.

As African governments and industries continue to invest in aviation technology, Bell aims to deliver tailored solutions that address local needs while supporting the continent’s growth. The event in Botswana reaffirmed Bell’s dedication to its African partners, emphasising safety, partnership, and innovation as the cornerstones of its engagement within the region.

Africa's diverse geography, rugged terrain, vast distances, and evolving infrastructure require advanced rotorcraft capable of operating in challenging environments, with Bell saying its vertical lift solutions an essential asset for the region.

Bell’s regional sales manager, Lynette Loosen, along with Bell’s independent representative from National Airways Corporation, Gary Phillips, delivered key presentations on operational insights and the latest innovations in helicopter technology for public safety. Terry Miyauchi, Bell’s Public Safety Manager, highlighted the importance of “Safety Through Teamwork”. Bell’s invited Keynote Speaker, Dan Millon, from San Diego, California, shared his experience and insight on “The Aviation Mindset”. Delegates were also addressed by representatives from Safran Helicopter Engines and Pratt & Whitney Canada.

An interactive roundtable discussion was welcomed by participants, allowing them to share their unique challenges and lessons learned in airborne policing and cross-pollination of best practices globally and within Africa.

"The Bell Symposium was a valuable event to attend.  Our members got to partake in the round table discussion which covered all aspects from Normal Operating Procedures to Training and even Crew Resource Management.  Such discussions help foster a culture of Aviation Safety, which will inevitably assist any agency to increase its productivity, save lives while maintaining a healthy working environment.