Bell Flight Research Center

Information for visitors to the Bell Flight Research Center (FRC) in Arlington, Texas

Visitor Information

Welcome to Bell's Flight Research Center located in Arlington, TX. This facility is home to both commercial and military programs flight test operations.

 

All visitors are required to be registered in our visitor system prior to the visit. Your sponsor will reach out to you to request the information needed to register you.


Check-in Process

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    1

    Arrival

    Upon arrival, please pull up to the left guard shack and tell security you are a visitor. He will then direct you to the correct parking lot to park in.

     

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  2. Step

    2

    Greeting
    You will then be greeted by a Bell employee who will direct you where you need to be.
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    3

    Escort
    Please remain with your host (escort) at all times. In the case of emergency, be sure to follow all instructions provided by your host.

Where to stay

Hampton Inn & Suites DFW Airport South 4 minutes
Spring Hill Suites Airport South 5 minutes
Omni Fort Worth Hotel 22 minutes

Safety Precautions

Safety is our top priority. Please review our safety measures prior to your arrival.

 

Please note: Protective eyewear and ear protection are REQUIRED in certain areas. Your host will advise and provide you this protective equipment when appropriate.



Appropriate Footwear

Open toed and heeled footwear is prohibited on the shop floor.

No Firearms

Firearms or weapons of any type are prohibited on our property.

No Photography

General photography is prohibited. However, if circumstances require specific photographs for business reasons, please engage your host (escort) for further guidance.

No Information Transfer

Requesting Bell personnel to download or copy any information onto any portable device such as a USB or flash drive is restricted. Use of such devices on Bell company computers is prohibited.

Questions?

Any questions about your visit should be directed to your host.