| Accession Number | F02723 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 2 min 14 sec |
| Object type | To be confirmed |
| Physical description | 16mm/b&w/silent |
| Place made | Vietnam: Vung Tau Special Zone, Vung Tau |
| Date made | 21 December 1967 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Vietnam, 1962-1975 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: © Australian War Memorial
This item is licensed under CC BY-NC
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New defensive weapons system for helicopters
Description
RAAF officers test-fire a new defensive weapons system for an Iroquois helicopter. The weapon consists of twin M60 machine guns mounted on a monopod with 400 round magazines. It was designed by Flight Lieutenant Bob Thompson and adapted and built by No. 9 Squadron's armourer, Sergeant Ernest Moore. The weapon was tested on a firing range and then mounted on a helicopter for further testing. Group Captain Hubble CO of No. 9 Squadron firing the weapon.
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Video of New defensive weapons system for helicopters (video)