N6252S - HUGHES OH 6A
Aircraft Summary
General
Manufacturer
HUGHES
Model
OH-6A
Condition
Used
Registration #
N6252S
Description
The famous “Loach” is an important piece of American military Aviation History. This professionally restored, fully flying capable restoration is one of the best historical Vietnam helicopters. It was even displayed by the manufacturer MD helicopters at Heli-Expo along with the company’s new machines. This veteran of over 1000 combat hours with the 4th Infantry Division and Troop C of the 7th Squadron of the 17th Armored Cavalry is also a veteran of Lam Som 719 the largest helicopter operation of the Vietnam War. This OH-6A has never been used or cut up by a law enforcement or governmental agency. It is completely original with military UHF and FM radio’s, gun arming panel, etc.
COMPLETE HISTORICAL RECORDS:
Built and first flew in Mid-1968. A record of every hour from the manufacturer through combat are available as well as color pictures in Vietnam service. Log books include original Hughes Factory production stamped entries as well as amazing ball entry by an Army warrant officer reporting his shoot down incident.
Professionally restored, most authentic "Loach" available anywhere in the world!
Airframe
Total Time
3815.0
Airframe Notes
3815 Hrs TTSNEW
Engine 1
Engine 1 Time
70
Engine 1 Time Since
SMOH
Engine 1 Notes
70 Hrs SMOH (1000 TBO)
Avionics
Avionics/Radios
Standard military
Edo Air Nav/Com
Transponder
Encoder
Additional Equipment
Additional Equipment
Large and strong wheeled PORTABLE helipad
De-Milled authentic M60 machine gun
De-Milled authentic 7.62 ball ammo belt
MISCELLANEOUS:
All new glass
New Hooker harnesses
New nylon seats
Newly fabricated Chinese blankets and rear headrests
Overhauled tail rotor gear box, fuel control unit, fuel nozzle
Lead acid battery kit conversion
New barrier air filter
New pitch change link rod ends
Overhauled oleo struts
Standard Category with all AD’s complied with
Exterior
Exterior Notes
Repainted with the correct Vietnam military specs paint and OD shade, authentic markings of Troop C 7/17th Cavalry
Interior
Interior Notes
Restored, completely original military configuration, new nylon seats
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