The story
The Bell 212 is the twin-engine evolution of the famous Huey. Military, offshore, firefighting — it does it all.
Fun fact
Norway's Helicopter Service was among the first civil operators, flying the 212 out to offshore drilling rigs, and it became an offshore favourite.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Bell 212 Twin Huey?
Looks like a Huey but with twin engines. Two-blade main rotor. Iconic shape. Common in offshore service.
What does a Bell 212 Twin Huey sound like?
PT6T Twin Pac — the Huey sound but with twin-engine reliability.
How fast is the Bell 212 Twin Huey?
Top speed is 120 kts.
How many passengers does the Bell 212 Twin Huey carry?
Up to 14.
How far can the Bell 212 Twin Huey fly?
Range is about 237 nmi.
How big is the Bell 212 Twin Huey?
It is 57 ft 2 in long and 48 ft 0 in across the rotor.
When did the Bell 212 Twin Huey first fly?
Its first flight was in 1968.
How many Bell 212 Twin Hueys have been built?
900+ built.
What do crews call the Bell 212 Twin Huey?
The Twin Huey.
How rare is a Bell 212 Twin Huey in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Bell 212 Twin Huey catch is worth 25 points.
