Bell UH-1Y - The Ultimate Utility Helicopter

Ultimate in utility

Perform under punishing conditions. The Bell UH-1Y combines combat-proven power with dependable components—arming you for the toughest missions.

CLICK AND DRAG AIRCRAFT

4+8

Capacity

170

Speed

325

Range

Reach you depend on

Bell UH-1Y

325

Missions

Utility

Capable in Combat

Impressive power. Effective weaponry. Precision sensors. All included to carry out a variety of complex missions in just one flight. Whatever your task, this is the ultimate workhorse.

Attack

Air to ground fire support

Locate the target. Hit the target. Save lives. Stay in the fight longer with a durable exterior and precise targeting. This modernized platform of an iconic war aircraft is exactly what you need to lend support to your warfighters on the ground.

Special Ops

Reinforced Support

Designed to insert and extract small teams. Impressive communications suite, ideal for special operations. Proven airborne sniper platform. Fully armed CAS platform, ready to support your operators.

Escort

Aeriel Protection

Designed to provide protection on the move so that your teams are never vulnerable. With extreme durability and surrounding visibility, you are equipped to head out into unpredictable territories.

Search and Rescue

Kits Equipped for Success

Come equipped to complete Search and Rescue missions. Specialized aircrew and a hoist kit in the cabin prepare the aircraft—and your crew—for the worst.

Aerial Reconnaissance

Sensor-powered Sight

Don't let distance impact your target. Conduct lethal strikes and successful missions with high-tech sensors, helping pilots identify, track and assign targets.

Command & Control

Reach everyone

With an impressive communications suite, the UH-1Y is an excellent platform for the mission commander. Slew the sensor towards the objective and call the shots from the air.

Missions

Utility

Capable in Combat
Attack

Air to ground fire support
Special Ops

Reinforced Support
Escort

Aeriel Protection
Search and Rescue

Kits Equipped for Success
Aerial Reconnaissance

Sensor-powered Sight
Command & Control

Reach everyone

Impressive power. Effective weaponry. Precision sensors. All included to carry out a variety of complex missions in just one flight. Whatever your task, this is the ultimate workhorse.

Designed to insert and extract small teams. Impressive communications suite, ideal for special operations. Proven airborne sniper platform. Fully armed CAS platform, ready to support your operators.

Designed to provide protection on the move so that your teams are never vulnerable. With extreme durability and surrounding visibility, you are equipped to head out into unpredictable territories.

Come equipped to complete Search and Rescue missions. Specialized aircrew and a hoist kit in the cabin prepare the aircraft—and your crew—for the worst.

Don't let distance impact your target. Conduct lethal strikes and successful missions with high-tech sensors, helping pilots identify, track and assign targets.

With an impressive communications suite, the UH-1Y is an excellent platform for the mission commander. Slew the sensor towards the objective and call the shots from the air.

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Features

Infrared Sensor Systems

When you can see first, you can act first. Forward-looking infrared sensors detect and display incoming threats. So you strike with speed and certainty.

AH-1Z Compatible

Commonality is your most valuable advantage. The Bell UH-1Y shares 85% commonality with the Bell AH-1Z components—shrinking the need for extra logistics, maintenance and training costs for your entire fleet.

Versatile Weapons Systems

The weapons you need, when you need them. Hit the target with an array of rockets and crew-served weapons tailored to meet your mission.

Modern Marinization

Take on any environment and get the job done without aircraft damage. All H1 components are marinized to meet U.S. Navy specifications—protecting your frame from corrosion.

Specialized Kits

Adapt to the mission at hand. Attach fast rope, hoist and firefighting kits in minutes—and execute specialized operations where no one else can.

Helmet-Mounted Sight Display

Visibility and safety go hand in hand during rough conditions. The Optimized TopOwl Helmet augments reality right before your eyes. Keep your head up on the battlefield.

Survivability

With an unparalleled durability, radar and missile warnings systems, self-sealing fuel cells and crash-resistant armored seats, you can outlast extreme missions.

Bell Bell UH-1Y BELL UH-1Y Specifications

Performance

Max Speed
170 KIAS
Cruise Speed
147 KTAS
Sideward/Rearward Flight
45 KIAS
Combat Radius
119 nm
Max Range
325 nm
Maneuverability
-0.5 to +2.3 g

Assumptions: 4 crew members, 500 lbs SAR equipment, Outbound Cruise at 4k ISA, Pick up 2 pilots, Return Leg at 4k ISA, and 15 min reserve.

Capacity

Max Gross Weight
18,500 lbs
Fuel Capacity
388 gal

Powerplant

Model: T700-GE-401C
Output, Uninstalled, Each Engine: 1,800 shp

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BELL UH-1Y VENOM

Ultimate in utility

4+8

170

325

Reach you depend on