Anyone flown (or fly) the Huey?
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From: London
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I see you're in the UK. You don't say if you want a Huey for private use or public transport.
You probably know this already, but you can't use an ex-Mil Huey for Public Transport in the UK. You might get dispensation for some forms of aerial work but not, for example, for logging/lifting.
I know of one near Dublin, but it's used privately only and I believe operates on a Permit, not a C of A.
I see you're in the UK. You don't say if you want a Huey for private use or public transport.
You probably know this already, but you can't use an ex-Mil Huey for Public Transport in the UK. You might get dispensation for some forms of aerial work but not, for example, for logging/lifting.
I know of one near Dublin, but it's used privately only and I believe operates on a Permit, not a C of A.
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From: no longer on the Pond
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From: Arlington, TX
The US has several companies that deal in UH-1H's as well as parts. We deal with them all of the time with reference to conducting certification tests. All of my flight time in the past 6 years has been with UH-1H's modified withe the PT6C-67D and a Tail Rotor Enhancement Kit.
As far as other versions of the Huey are concerned, there are few UH-1B's through P's. Only one UH-1A as far as I know. Uh-1H's can be bought and I know two individuals who can sell you one.
As far as certification is concerned, ex US military aircrfat can only be certified in the Restricted Category -- no passengers for hire. Can use for Ag work, sling loads, etc. Bell 205\'s and 204\'s can be used for Transport of paying passengers and since they are not in production, they demand a premium price.
I am working with a well-to-do individual who has a UH-1H for grins and it will be in Experimental, whwn ready for flight.
As far as other versions of the Huey are concerned, there are few UH-1B's through P's. Only one UH-1A as far as I know. Uh-1H's can be bought and I know two individuals who can sell you one.
As far as certification is concerned, ex US military aircrfat can only be certified in the Restricted Category -- no passengers for hire. Can use for Ag work, sling loads, etc. Bell 205\'s and 204\'s can be used for Transport of paying passengers and since they are not in production, they demand a premium price.
I am working with a well-to-do individual who has a UH-1H for grins and it will be in Experimental, whwn ready for flight.
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From: South of the North Pole
The one in Ireland is sold, initially ferried to Coney Park and en route (after some work) to southern Africa (perhaps Madagascar?) for some diamond mine work.....
There's also a UH-1 on the N reg at Redhill that was expected to go to the G register - this is the one that came in from Spain, not G-UHIH www.huey.co.uk which is expected there in 4-6 weeks. However, latest info is that this ex-Spaniard may become a hangar queen there instead - perhaps that one may be available if it is not going G- as the owner originally expected?
There's also a UH-1 on the N reg at Redhill that was expected to go to the G register - this is the one that came in from Spain, not G-UHIH www.huey.co.uk which is expected there in 4-6 weeks. However, latest info is that this ex-Spaniard may become a hangar queen there instead - perhaps that one may be available if it is not going G- as the owner originally expected?
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From: Spain
Hueys have been quite popular on firefighting in Spain but due to accident rates and regulations it's getting hard to keep them in the bussiness, so I'm sure you could buy some of them that have been firefighting for several seasons now.
If you need info just PM me.
Buen vuelo
If you need info just PM me.
Buen vuelo
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From: Just over there....no there.
I know where you can get hold of 6 205 A-1's here in Europe, all Commercial TP3 certified. The Boss is always willing to make deals on any of his fleet.
PS: The accident rates in Spain have nothing to do with the aircraft....!
PS: The accident rates in Spain have nothing to do with the aircraft....!
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From: Spain
CR
I think it has something to do with the aircraft being used for a job it was not designed for, at least with the military maintenance schedule.
I agree 100% on the decissions made by the kiwi gov on that issue.
I understand it's a great deal for companies but as a pilot, enjoy much more flying civilian certificates and maintained on those standards than Restricted maintained on Army standards doing civilian production work.
All that is personal and MHO.
Buen vuelo
I think it has something to do with the aircraft being used for a job it was not designed for, at least with the military maintenance schedule.
I agree 100% on the decissions made by the kiwi gov on that issue.
I understand it's a great deal for companies but as a pilot, enjoy much more flying civilian certificates and maintained on those standards than Restricted maintained on Army standards doing civilian production work.
All that is personal and MHO.
Buen vuelo
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From: Downeast
Who is that hugging the Huey?
I am getting worried here...took a stroll out upon the ramp...coffee mug in hand...admiring the view of the Olympics with their snow covered peaks. Surprise....there was a wee fellow hugging an old Huey. He appeared to be a bit smitten by the old girl....granted she was looking pretty good....all spiffed up and done up ready for fun. Even the Discovery Channel showed up to record the festivities.
Hit the web site www.huey.co.uk .....more pics and news to come in the next few weeks.
Hit the web site www.huey.co.uk .....more pics and news to come in the next few weeks.
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From: North Queensland, Australia
Well good on him, I reckon. I haven't given one a full blown hug that I can recall, but have certainly given them a few affectionate pats on the nose, and said "Good on you old girl" after a flight.
I like to think that they like to be appreciated.
I like to think that they like to be appreciated.
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From: Den Haag
Well, I wish them the best of luck with the venture. It got me wondering, though, what ever happened to G-HUEY; the ex-Argentinian 205 that was doing the circuit about 1989 in the UK?
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From: Downeast
Last I heard....G-HUEY is in a museum somewhere on display...with no intentions of it becoming flyable again. Shame that!
I also have to plead guilty to having a love affair with the old girls that dates back to 1967....they still have their ability to gather your affections. Granted some of the neighbors would suggest it is like having newly weds living in the flat above....with all that noise.
I also have to plead guilty to having a love affair with the old girls that dates back to 1967....they still have their ability to gather your affections. Granted some of the neighbors would suggest it is like having newly weds living in the flat above....with all that noise.
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From: KLAS/TIST/FAJS/KFAI
The website shows UH-1H #72-21509 with Reg Number G-UH1H. Then someone menyioned Reg # G-HUEY. That appears to be regustered to another Huey # 73-22077 to a business Argonauts Holdings Ltd.
Sad they are not flying as they are some of the newest manufactured UH-1s out there. Back in the days I would have loved to have something with a 72 or 73 Manufacture number. All ours were 65 up D models retro fitted to H.
Sad they are not flying as they are some of the newest manufactured UH-1s out there. Back in the days I would have loved to have something with a 72 or 73 Manufacture number. All ours were 65 up D models retro fitted to H.
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From: Den Haag
B Sousa,
what is there to miss? SASless brings to our attention a project to restore a B 205 which has now been registered G-UHIH, and then I said, "btw what ever happened to G-HUEY"; a totally different a/c that used to be displayed a few years ago (recovered from the Falklands). Several people have replied.
what is there to miss? SASless brings to our attention a project to restore a B 205 which has now been registered G-UHIH, and then I said, "btw what ever happened to G-HUEY"; a totally different a/c that used to be displayed a few years ago (recovered from the Falklands). Several people have replied.
Better red than ...
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From: Appleby-in-Westmorland Cumbria England
Just happened to bump into a member of the "Huey to the Skies" programme today at Caenarfon.
Thanks to Neil Airey the Chief Pilot Designate for the tour of the North Wales Air Ambulance (also a red helicopter ...) and for a bit more detail on what they intend to do with this beast when it arrives on British shores and a G mark.
Worth waiting for ...
Thanks to Neil Airey the Chief Pilot Designate for the tour of the North Wales Air Ambulance (also a red helicopter ...) and for a bit more detail on what they intend to do with this beast when it arrives on British shores and a G mark.
Worth waiting for ...