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Registration / Serial: | 69-6604 |
Aircraft Original Type: | Bell 212 |
Aircraft Generic Type: | Bell 212/450 (H-1 Iroquois/Venom) |
Aircraft Version: | Bell UH-1N Iroquois |
C/n (msn): | 31010 |
Operator Titles: | USA - Air Force |
Unit Markings: | 1 HS |
Location | |
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City / Area: | Washington / Rock Creek Parkway [ Off-Airport ]Map |
Region / Country: | District of Columbia, United States |
Photo Date: | 12 April 2022 |
Photo by: | Stephan de Bruijn |
Photo ID: | 454252 |
Photo Comment |
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Pictured over the Rock Creek Parkway near the Connecticut Ave. One of some 25 Hueys still in service with the 1st Helicopter Squadron. The squadron is based at Joint Base Andrews (MD). The squadron's primary mission is to be prepared to evacuate high-ranking personnel from the Capital area in the event of a national emergency. But it secondairy mission is most common: supporting high-ranking executive Branch, dignitaries, military leaders and other VIPs. This photo is copyright © Stephan de Bruijn, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 17 April 2022, and has since been viewed 361 times. |