Bell AH-1S
Bell AH-1S Cobra
The AH-1 Cobra traces its history to 1965 when Bell Helicopter began development of the design as a private venture. The Cobra is based on the famous UH-1 Huey transport helicopter, and despite the great differences in their appearance, they have over 80 percent of their parts in common. Production began in 1966 and the Cobra was soon in combat over Vietnam. The Cobra was retired from Army service in September 2001. Modernized versions of the Cobra continue in use in the U.S. Marine Corps as well as with several foreign militaries.
| Diameter of Main Rotor | 44 ft |
Diameter of Main Rotor |
| Length | 53 ft 1 in. |
Length |
| Height | 13 ft 5 in. |
Height |
| Weight | 10,000 lbs (loaded) |
Weight |
| Max. Speed | 141 MPH |
Maximum Level Speed |
| Max. Altitude | 12,200 ft |
Maximum Altitude |
| Range | 315 miles |
Range |
| Engines | One Avco Lycoming T53-L-703 turbine, 1,800 horsepower |
Engine |
| Crew | 2 |
Crew |
Manufacturer
Bell
Markings
Arizona Army National Guard, WAATS, Marana, Arizona, 1996
Designation
AH-1S
Serial Number
70-15985