Bell completes ground tests for DARPA's SPRINT X-plane HSVTOL technology at Holloman AFB, showcasing nacelle & rotor conversion for high-speed flight.

Bell has successfully conducted ground tests for its High-Speed Vertical Takeoff and Landing (HSVTOL) technology, as part of DARPA's Speed and Runway Independent Technologies (SPRINT) X-plane program. The tests took place at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico, showcasing the nacelle system and rotor conversion for horizontal high-speed flight. The demonstration is a significant milestone in the development of next-generation high-speed vertical lift aircraft for future warfighters.

February 12, 2024
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