Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter "MEDEVAC" United States Army 1/87 (HO) D...

Description: Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter "MEDEVAC" United States Army 1/87 (HO) Diecast Model by Postage Stamp Brand new 1/87 HO scale diecast airplane model of Bell UH 1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter "MEDEVAC" United States Army die cast model by Postage Stamp. Detailed exterior. True to scale detail. Comes with a display stand. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately L 5.875 Rotor Diameter 5.5 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. HISTORY ASPECTS Developed by Bell Helicopter the ldquoHueyrdquo was nicknamed after the phonetic sound of its original designation the HU 1 Iroquois. In 1962 the designation was changed to UH 1 but ldquoHueyrdquo remained and became so popular that Bell began casting the name on the helicopterrsquos anti torque pedals. The Huey was developed in 1952 in order to meet the United States Armyrsquos requirement for a medical evacuation and utility helicopter. With its first flight on October 20 1956 the Huey began arriving in Vietnam in 1963. Used for MEDEVAC command and control and air assault Hueys became more than any other aircraft a symbol of the Vietnam War. The Hueyrsquos ability to carry patients inside the aircraft was a key element in the reduction of mortality and morbidity. Medical personnel could begin treatment during the flight to a field hospital reducing the average delay until treatment to one hour helping to reduce the mortality rate to 1 death per 100 casualties. With the unmistakable sound of its blades the sound of an approaching Huey was said by those that served in Vietnam to be the sound of rescue the sound of freedom and the sound of going home.Brand new 1/87 HO scale diecast airplane model of Bell UH 1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter "MEDEVAC" United States Army die cast model by Postage Stamp.Detailed exterior.True to scale detail.Comes with a display stand.This model does not have any openings.Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.Dimensions approximately L 5.875 Rotor Diameter 5.5 inches.Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.HISTORY ASPECTS Developed by Bell Helicopter the ldquoHueyrdquo was nicknamed after the phonetic sound of its original designation the HU 1 Iroquois. In 1962 the designation was changed to UH 1 but ldquoHueyrdquo remained and became so popular that Bell began casting the name on the helicopterrsquos anti torque pedals. The Huey was developed in 1952 in order to meet the United States Armyrsquos requirement for a medical evacuation and utility helicopter. With its first flight on October 20 1956 the Huey began arriving in Vietnam in 1963.Used for MEDEVAC command and control and air assault Hueys became more than any other aircraft a symbol of the Vietnam War. The Hueyrsquos ability to carry patients inside the aircraft was a key element in the reduction of mortality and morbidity. Medical personnel could begin treatment during the flight to a field hospital reducing the average delay until treatment to one hour helping to reduce the mortality rate to 1 death per 100 casualties. With the unmistakable sound of its blades the sound of an approaching Huey was said by those that served in Vietnam to be the sound of rescue the sound of freedom and the sound of going home. Return PolicyRemorse Returns- Return Shipping Buyer Pays + 20% Restocking FeesFor Damaged/defective items received- contact us within 48 hrs of the receipt of the itemNon-availability/ incorrect address we charge restocking fees of 20% + return shipping charges FREE SHIPPING

Price: 39.51 USD

Location: Richmond, Texas

End Time: 2023-11-10T14:21:32.000Z

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