Helicopter Water Landing Hughes OH-6 Cayuse Guardia di Finanza | Aero Admirers

Hughes XV-9A was an experimental American high-speed research helicopter developed in the 1960s to test "hot cycle" propulsion, a system that eliminated the need for a heavy gearbox and tail rotor. First flown on November 5, 1964, the aircraft proved the feasibility of the concept but was ultimately cancelled due to high noise levels and excessive fuel consumption Design and Propulsion The XV-9A, also known as the Hughes Model 385, used a unique tip-jet propulsion system to drive its three-blade

⭐Our February Plane of the Month is HERE! - the Hughes 500C Helicopter⭐ This is the civilian version of the military OH-6 Cayuse, often called the “LOACH” (Light Observation Helicopter). Built by Hughes Helicopter, this aircraft is serial number 20 that was used for executive and law enforcement use. It was used extensively during the Vietnam War and also served as a civilian demonstration aircraft. Come get an up close look all month long and join us on select Saturdays for our Plane of the Mon