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From Huey to Cobra: Birth of the attack helicopter

Building on the Huey’s legacy, Bell developed the AH-1 Cobra and its successors, creating the first dedicated attack helicopters. From the AH-1G to the twin-engine AH-1W Super Cobra, these aircraft ...
Sixty years ago today, on September 7, 1965, the Bell AH-1 Cobra lifted off for its maiden flight. Known as the Bell Model 209 in prototype form, the helicopter was flown by test pilot William Quinlan ...