FergWorld : Airplanes 12/21/24    Home | Articles | Training | Instructor's Corner | Airplanes | Travelogues | PIREPS | For CFIs | ATPs | Pilot for Hire Interesting airplanes or helicopters that I have flown. The Hughes 500 has many names: it is Hughes' model 369, also known as the OH-6A "Cayuse," or "Loach" in military trim. Originally built as a LOH (Light Observation Helicopter) for use in Vietnam, it was used as a scout ship in "Pink Teams," paired with the awesome AH-1G Cobra attack helicopter. In the civilian world, the 500 is used for a wide range of missions, including utility, survey, tours, and transportation. [GO] » The Bell 206 "Jetranger" is one of the most successful helicopter designs of all time, finding service in all corners of the globe doing nearly every type of work a rotorcraft could conceivably perform. The 206B is powered by an Allison Model 250-C20 turboshaft engine, which is rated at 400shp, and cruises at speeds up to 115 knots. [GO] » The Pitts Special S-2C is one of the most exciting FAA-certified aircraft in the world. A modern-day biplane with a 260HP Lycoming AEIO-540, this Unlimited-class airplane is capable of anything your imagination can dream up. It's so much fun, they should make it illegal. [GO] » One of the most economical, robust, and versatile light twins ever built. This Twin Comanche PA-30B was built in 1966 and is still going strong. Capable of 165KTAS on 16GPH... that's 8GPH per engine! Read more about my Twin Comanche by clicking here. [GO] » The Russian-built Yak-55M is a single seat monoplane sporting a 9-cylinder 360HP supercharged Vendenyev radial engine. One of the most interesting airplanes I've flown to date. This one's for sale! [GO] »