- Realistic Collectible Model
- Diecast & Plastic parts.
- Highly detailed cockpit and accurate markings.
- Display Stand Included
- Minor assembly required.
- Measures approximately: 14.5” L. x 12” Rotor Diameter
- Box dimensions:12.6 L x 6.0” W x 4.2” H
- Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above.
The Bell UH-1 Iroquois (nicknamed "Huey") is a utility military helicopter powered by a single turboshaft engine, with two-blade main and tail rotors. The first member of the prolific Huey family, it was developed by Bell Helicopter to meet a United States Army's 1952 requirement for a medical evacuation and utility helicopter, and first flew on October 22, 1956.
The UH-1 was the first turbine-powered helicopter to enter production in 1960 for the United States military. Bell Helicopter built 10,005 Hueys from 1957 to 1975. Records show that 7,013 Hueys served in the Vietnam War of which 1,925 were lost in combat and an additional 1,380 were lost due to operational accidents.
More than 16,000 Hueys have been built since the start of production. The Huey helicopter family of many variants continues to fly to this day in both military and civilian service around the world.
The 116th WASP (Women Army Service Pilots) Platoon was a unique unit of female pilots who flew UH-1 Huey helicopters in support of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. The platoon was formed in September 1965 and operated out of Vung Tau, Vietnam.
The WASPs of the 116th were trained to fly UH-1 Hueys and were responsible for ferrying personnel and equipment throughout the country. They flew medical evacuation missions, resupplied troops, and transported dignitaries, among other tasks.
The WASPs faced numerous challenges in Vietnam, including hazardous flying conditions and discrimination from some male soldiers who believed that women had no place in combat. Nevertheless, the WASPs of the 116th persevered and gained the respect of their fellow soldiers through their dedication and skill.
The 116th WASP Platoon was disbanded in 1973, after the Vietnam War ended. However, the women of the 116th paved the way for future generations of female pilots in the military, and their contributions to the war effort have been recognized through various honors and awards.
This Air Force One model represents a “Huey” from the 116th WASP Platoon during the unit’s time in the Vietnam War.
This is a great historical addition to your diecast helicopter collection.
- Realistic Collectible Model - Diecast & sehemu za plastiki. - Cockpit ya kina sana na alama sahihi. - Display Stand Pamoja - Minor kusanyiko zinahitajika. Kiasi: 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 Bell UH-1 Iroquois ni utility kijeshi helikopta powered na moja turbocharged injini, na mbili-blade kuu na mkia rotors. Helikopta hii ya kwanza ya familia ya Huey, ilitengenezwa na Bell Helicopter ili kukidhi mahitaji ya Jeshi la Marekani ya 1952 kwa ajili ya uhamisho wa matibabu na helikopta ya huduma, na iliruka kwa mara ya kwanza Oktoba 22, 1956. UH-1 ilikuwa helikopta ya kwanza ya turbine-powered kuingia uzalishaji katika 1960 kwa ajili ya jeshi la Marekani. Bell Helicopter ilitengeneza ndege 10,005 za aina ya Huey kuanzia mwaka 1957 hadi 1975. Hifadhi za kumbukumbu zinaonyesha kwamba 7,013 Huey walitumikia katika Vita vya Vietnam, ambayo 1,925 walipotea katika mapigano na 1,380 zaidi walipotea kutokana na ajali za uendeshaji. Zaidi ya ndege 16,000 za Huey zimetengenezwa tangu uzalishaji uanze. Huey helikopta familia ya variants wengi inaendelea kuruka kwa siku hii katika huduma ya kijeshi na kiraia duniani kote. WASP (Wanawake Jeshi Service Pilots) Platoon ilikuwa kitengo cha kipekee cha wanawake marubani ambao akaruka UH-1 Huey helikopta katika msaada wa Jeshi la Marekani wakati wa Vita vya Vietnam. Kikosi hicho kilianzishwa mnamo Septemba 1965 na kilifanya kazi kutoka Vung Tau, Vietnam. WASP wa 116 walikuwa wamezoezwa kuruka ndege za UH-1 Huey na walikuwa na jukumu la kusafirisha wafanyakazi na vifaa kote nchini. Walipiga ndege katika safari za kuhamisha wagonjwa, kuandaa vifaa kwa ajili ya majeshi, na kusafirisha watu mashuhuri, miongoni mwa kazi nyinginezo. WASPs walikabiliwa na changamoto nyingi huko Vietnam, ikiwa ni pamoja na hali hatari za kuruka na ubaguzi kutoka kwa baadhi ya askari wa kiume ambao waliamini kwamba wanawake hawakuwa na nafasi katika mapigano. Hata hivyo, WASP wa 116 walivumilia na kupata heshima ya askari wenzao kupitia kujitolea na ustadi wao. Kikosi cha 116 cha WASP kilivunjwa mwaka 1973 baada ya vita vya Vietnam. Wanawake wa 116th walifungua njia kwa vizazi vya baadaye vya marubani wa kike katika jeshi, na michango yao kwa juhudi za vita imetambuliwa kupitia heshima na tuzo mbalimbali. Air Force One ni ndege ya Huey kutoka kwa Kikosi cha 116 cha WASP wakati wa vita vya Vietnam. Hii ni kuongeza kubwa ya kihistoria kwa mkusanyiko wako diecast helikopta.