UH-1Y Huey

Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Apprentice Robwil Valderreylabrador secures a UH-1Y Huey helicopter from Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167 on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD-17) during Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. The exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012, afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Edwin F. Bryan/Released)

UH-1 Huey

A UH-1 Huey helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 261 lands aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Travis J. Kuykendall/Released)

UH-1N Huey

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Kevin Probach clears the flight deck before sending off a UH-1N Huey helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron (VMM) 261 aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21). New York is underway participating in composite training unit exercise, a major requirement for Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 8's certification for deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Recruit Scott Youngblood/Released)

UH-1Y Huey

The new Bell UH-1Y Huey helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 (REIN) flies toward the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is the first ship in the fleet to have the new helicopter aboard as part of its rotary wing aircraft augmentation for a scheduled deployment early next year. Boxer is conducting a training exercise. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Barker (Released)

UH-1Y Huey

A crew chief assigned to the Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 (REIN) prepares the UH-1Y Huey helicopter after taking on fuel aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is conducting a composite training unit exercise preparing for a regularly scheduled deployment early next year. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Jared Apollo Burgamy/Released)

UH-1Y Huey

A UH-1Y Huey helicopter takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). This transport helicopter, assigned to Rotary Wing Aircraft Test Squadron (HX) 21, based in Patuxent River, Md., has already been implemented in the fleet and is expected to replace the older UH-1N. The helicopter features a larger engine and two more blades than the Huey's original two, giving it more carrying capabilities. Wasp is underway conducting test flight operations and was chosen as the platform to evaluate the limits and capabilities of newer and upgraded models of aircraft. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rebekah Adler/Released)

UH-1 Huey

Crew chief Sgt. 1st Class Michael Schantz, left, watches altitude while Chief Warrant Officer 4 Joseph Long, middle, and retired Col. Bruce Crandall, right, fly the last active-duty USAAAD Huey during a ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Yakima Training Center Jan. 26. (Photo Credit: Rick Wood (Northwest Guardian))

UH-1 Huey

The UH-1 Huey awaits its cargo of Airborne Soldiers from the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk Command Group before its last official mission Aug. 4. (Photo: US Army)

UH-1 Huey

A UH-1 Huey lifts off on its last flight in U.S. Army Europe service, April 27, 2011. (Photo Credit: Mark Iacampo, USAG Hohenfels Public Affairs)

UH-1 Iroquois

FAUX Enemy! OPFORS or Opposing Forces at the National Training Center used UH-1 "Huey" helicopters modified to look like Soviet Il-24 "Hind" helecopters for training U. S. forces at the NTC. (USAMHI RG 97S). (Photo Credit: USAMHI)

UH-1 Iroquois

The UH-1 Iroquois helicopter was officially retired in a ceremony held Oct. 2 by the Army National Guard, ending a service life of more than 50 years to the Army and close to 40 years in the Army Guard. The helicopter, known to most simply as the Huey, was first manufactured in 1956 and fielded to the Army by 1959. Its distinctive nickname came from the pronunciation of its first Army designation of HU-1- for helicopter, utility. (Photo Credit: File photo)

UH-1 Huey

Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Randy Buono, from Lewiston, Idaho, signals the pilot of a UH-1 Huey helicopter, assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163, to touch down during landing qualifications aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45). Comstock, part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, and elements of the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, are deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph M. Buliavac/Released)

UH-1N Huey

An aviation boatswain's mate (handling) gives hand signals to land an UH-1N Huey helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 aboard the Amphibious Assault Ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is underway off the coast of Southern California participating in a composite unit training exercise in preparation for deployment in early 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph M. Buliavac/Released)

UH-1N Huey

UH-1N Huey from the Sabers of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 467 prepares to touch down on the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during flight operations as the ship transits to Haiti. Bataan departed Naval Station Norfolk to provide humanitarian assistance disaster response following the 7.0 magnitude earthquake on Jan. 12, 2010. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kristopher Wilson/Released)

UH-1N Twin Huey

A UH-1N Twin Huey helicopter carefully lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) during flight operations. Peleliu is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dustin Kelling/Released)

UH-1N Huey

A UH-1N Huey assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron Reinforced [HMM (REIN)] 166 lands on the amphibious assault ship USS Tarawa (LHA 1). U.S. forces maintain a naval and air presence in the region to promote stability and safeguard vital links to the global economy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Richard Doolin)

UH-1N Huey

Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class James Barron signals a UH-1N Huey to land aboard the amphibious transport dock USS New Orleans (LPD 18). This marked one the first Marine helicopter operations for the New Orleans flight deck. New Orleans is stationed in San Diego and is the only San Antonio-class ship on the West Coast. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Ashleigh S. Teitel)

UH-1N Huey

A UH-1N Huey from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 261 conducts flight deck qualifications aboard amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during a composite unit exercise (COMPTUEX). Kearsarge is underway in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Oscar Espinoza)

UH-1N Huey

A UH-1N Huey helicopter, assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron Two Six Seven (HMLA-267), lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is currently conducting deck-landing qualifications off the coast of Southern California. (U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class Zack Baddorf)

UH-1 Huey

A UH1 "Huey" helicopter takes competitors to the starting point for their next event in the 2010 U.S. Army Europe Best Warrior Competition held here at Grafenwoehr Training Area, July 26. The competition is designed to test USAREUR Soldiers and NCOs from across Europe in their military knowledge, warrior skills, and endurance. The competition is scheduled to run through July 29 with winners announced Aug. 12. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Patricia Deal)