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OH-6 Cayuse

Country of Origin: USA

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The OH-6 was a light, multi-purpose helicopter adapted for observation, scout, special operations, anti-armor attack and anti-submarine warfare (ASW) roles. It is no longer in service.

Based on the successful Hughes 269 commercial helicopter, the OH-6 (then designated HO-6) won the U.S. Army's 1962-1963 competition for a light observation helicopter (LOH). The OH-6 was turbine-powered and enlarged compared to its predecessor. The OH-6 was later developed into the commercial Model...

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