Bell UH-1Y Huey

Mitchell 🇺🇸

26 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Marines markings visible; distinctive four-bladed tail rotor and tandem cockpit identify it as the UH-1Y Huey.

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Mitchell · 27 Feb 2026

UH-1Y Huey

Mitchell · 26 Feb 2026

Not the Viper… Help please?

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Aircraft

UH-1Y Huey UH1Y

U.S. Marines gray tactical scheme

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Registration

Airline

United States Marine Corps

Manufacturer

Bell

Insights

Aviation History

The AH-1Z Viper is the latest version of the legacy Bell Cobra attack helicopter series, unique to the U.S. Marine Corps.

Fleet Rarity

Operated solely by USMC; fewer than 200 built.

Record Flights

No specific records; excels in USMC close air support missions.

Safety & Events

Used in various USMC deployments in Middle East and global exercises.

Future Outlook

Active frontline attack helicopter for the USMC.

Specifications

2 × General Electric T700-GE-401C turboshafts

Engine

Rotor diameter: 14.63 m

Wingspan

17.8 m

Length

610 km

Range

296 km/h

Speed

Pilot gunner (crew of 2), plus weapon payload

Capacity

8,391 kg

MTOW

4.37 m

Height

1,800 shp per engine

Thrust

Classified/military (not rated under ICAO)

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