Author: Drendel, Lou.
Title: Huey.
Description: Iillustrated by Lou Drendel. Carrollton, Tex. : Squadron/Signal Publications, 1983. Paperback. 63 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 28 cm. (Modern military aircraft; Squadron/Signal Publications, 5001). Mailorder only - Alleen verzending mogelijk. Book condition : good. - Whump! Whump! Whump! That's the distinctive, once-heard never-forgotten sound of an approaching Huey - the ubiquitous helicopter that has become a lasting symbol of America' role in Vietnam. Officially designated the UH-1 Iroquois, the Jeep of the Vietnam War became one of the most versatile and powerful weapons in the American arsenal, and remains so today. With M 60D machine guns and 20mm cannons blazing, the Huey spearheaded countless airmobile operations throughout Vietnam. Employing MAD mortars, Huey crewman took part in low-level bombing missions. In the heat of combat, Huey's and their crews defied enemy gunfire to carry out med-evac dust-offs... resupply ground troops... and offer air support both day and night. With more than 200 photographs - including many in full color - Huey gives a detailed history of the full operational life of this most remarkable aircraft. This is the full story of the Huey from the drawing board to the jungles of the Nam to its role in America's present-day military make-up. Brimming with firsthand accounts by pilots as well as design specs, unit markings, armament and much more. ISBN 9780897471459.

Keywords: AVIATION, helicopter