Missions
The UH-1N Huey is operated by several U.S. military units worldwide including the 1st Helicopter Squadron at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. The 1st HS provides rapid-response airlift and contingency support for senior leaders, security forces and the National Capital Region. The squadron's mission includes distinguished visitor transport, emergency evacuation and critical support to continuity of government operations.
Features
The UH-1N has a crew of three (pilot, co-pilot and flight engineer) and is capable of flight in instrument and nighttime conditions. When configured for passengers, the UH-1N can seat up to 13 people, but actual passenger loads are dependent on fuel loads and atmospheric conditions (may be less). The medical evacuation configuration can accommodate up to six litters. Without seats or litters, the cabin can carry bulky, oversized cargo. Access to the cabin is through two full-sized sliding doors.
Background
The UH-1N entered the Air Force inventory in 1970 to provide search and rescue capabilities. The missions expanded to include missile security, distinguished visitor, survival school and test support. HH-1H's and UH-1F's supporting missile wings were eventually replaced by the UH-1N due to the greater safety and capability offered by the twin engine.
Manufactured by Bell Helicopter/Textron Inc., the UH-1N is the military version of the Bell 212, one of the numerous variants of the original "Huey" first designed and flown in 1956. The 1st HS has operated UH-1Ns since 1971.
The helicopter is assigned worldwide. Within Air Force Global Strike Command, UH-1N's are located at the 90th Missile Wing, F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, the 341st Missile Wing, Malmstrom AFB, Montana, and the 91st Missile Wing, Minot AFB, North Dakota
Other units include: 36th Rescue Flight, Fairchild AFB, Washington; 459th Airlift Squadron, Yokota AB, Japan; 40th Flight Test Squadron, Eglin AFB, Florida; and 512th Rescue Squadron, Kirtland AFB, New Mexico.
General characteristics
Primary function: light-lift utility
Contractor: Bell Helicopter Company
Power plant: two Pratt and Whitney T400-CP-400 turboshaft engines
Maximum gross weight: 10,500 pounds (4,763 kilograms)
Range: 300-plus miles
Ceiling: 15,000 feet (4,572 meters); 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) for gross weights above 10,000 pounds (4,536 kilograms)
Maximum speed: 149 mph (130 knots) Cruise Speed: 103-115 mph (90-100 knots)
Length: 57 feet, 3 inches (17.44 meters)
Width: 9 feet, 5 inches (2.87 meters)
Height: 12 feet, 10 inches (3.9 meters)
Diameter of main rotor: 48 feet (14.63 meters)
Diameter of tail rotor: 8 feet, 6 inches (2.6 meters)
Crew: pilot with co-pilot and flight engineer, depending upon mission
Date deployed: 1970
Inventory: active force, 59; Reserve, 0; ANG, 0