US Army AH-I cobra units in vietnam (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781841766065)

Osprey's study of AH-1 helicopters and their participation in the Vietnam War (1955-1975). Bell's AH-1 Cobra was the first dedicated helicopter gunship to reach frontline service anywhere in the world. Developed as a private venture by the manufacturer, and based on the mechanics of the ubiquitous UH-1 Huey, the Cobra proved a huge success once introduced into combat with the US Army in 1966. Built as a key weapon in the Advanced Aerial Fire Support System concept of 1965, the AH-1 was one of the few aircraft to reach the combat zone after actual combat experience went into its design. The AH-1 helped reduce the losses being suffered by vulnerable troop transport helicopters by providing effective fire suppression during airmobile operations. This book explores its history, technology and crew.

Author: Jonathan Bernstein
ISBN-10: 1841766062
ISBN-13: 9781841766065
Publisher: Osprey Publishing (UK)
Language: English
Published: 09/25/2003
Pages: 96
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.72h x 7.28w x 0.28d