119 or 120 UH1-F’s were made depending on the source of information. Some also saw war time use in Vietnam during the war. Originally, they were tasked with supporting the USAF Strategic AIR Command’s (SAC) ICBM Missile Bases. The UH1-F models were in service with our USAF from 1966 to the early 1980’s. This is a retired 1966 USAF TH-1F / UH1-F Bell HUEY helicopter that has been stored in Mothball mode from the mid 1980ʼs till present. Bell Helicopter Parts Repair and ServiceĪt Prime Industries we offer a specialized service that involves helping our customers get the parts, repaired components, overhaul and spares support for Bell helicopters.1966 BELL This is a retired 1966 USAF TH 1F UH1 F Bell HUEY helicopter that has been stored in. The UH-1H was a high quantity model commonly used for combat-ready soldiers. Different models (or variants) have different uses, for instance UH-1Ds have larger cabin space and became mainly utility helicopters while the smaller 1Bs and 1Cs were used mostly as gunships. Originally named the HU-1 (which is where Huey comes from), this historic helicopter has many nicknames too, including Cobras when fitted with machine guns Hogs when carrying rocket pods and Slicks when they were not armed. A military masterpiece, it also has a legacy of civilian roles including much needed transportation for humanitarian needs, medical evacuations, and search and rescue. Widely recognized as a symbol of US involvement in the Vietnam War, the Huey goes back more than half a century. This includes parts and repair for the world-famous Bell UH-I Iroquois helicopter, better known as the Huey, and probably the most widely used helicopter in the world. At Prime Industries we pride ourselves as the leader in helicopter parts and component services, and can assist with routine stock replenishment, critical needs, or urgent AOG preventing the helicopter from flying – whatever the age of the craft and its use.
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