The Bell FCX-001 is an American conceptual helicopter design proposed by Bell Helicopter. It was first presented to the public at Heli-Expo 2017 in Dallas on March 7, 2017.Vertical Online Magazine Bell Helicopter unveils futuristic FCX-001 concept aircraft
Design and development On March 7, 2017, Bell Helicopter presented a conceptual, futuristic looking aircraft. The mock-up presented is configured for eight passengers, but will be capable of accommodating up to 12. On top of the aircraft are five "morphing" main rotor blades which aim to allow the tip of each blade to move between different flight regimes.Flying Mag, Bell Unveils FCX Concept This feature is supposed to maximize efficiency and performance and reduce noise. The airframe is slightly bigger than that of a Bell 412.
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Bell FCX-001 page Bell’s FCX-001 Concept Helicopter Showcases Future Technology – AINtv Look Inside the Sleekest Helicopter That Will Never Fly – Bloomberg