Bell Textron has awarded a contract to Marotta Controls to produce a power inverter for the MV-75 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), a key modernization program for the US Army. The inverter will ensure reliable operation of critical onboard systems while maintaining the aircraft’s lightweight and energy-efficient design. This partnership marks Marotta Controls’ first engagement with Bell and represents its entry into DC-to-AC power conversion technology. The MV-75, a 16-meter tiltrotor aircraft, is being developed to replace older fleet helicopters such as the Black Hawk and Apache. By combining vertical takeoff and landing capabilities with the speed and endurance of fixed-wing aircraft, the MV-75 enables rapid troop deployment and equipment transport across extended distances. The aircraft’s innovative design allows the US Army to enhance operational reach and flexibility while maintaining energy efficiency and mission reliability, representing a significant step forward in next-generation rotary-wing aviation capabilities.
