| Accession Number | P01999.018 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white |
| Physical description | Black & white |
| Place made | Vietnam |
| Date made | March 1968 |
| Conflict |
Vietnam, 1962-1975 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Status to be assessed |
Vietnam. 1968-03. No. 9 Squadron RAAF Iroquois helicopter gunship, UH-1B A2-1025, commonly known ...
Description
Vietnam. 1968-03. No. 9 Squadron RAAF Iroquois helicopter gunship, UH-1B A2-1025, commonly known as "Ned Kelly". This aircraft was the first RAAF helicopter to be fitted with a trial armament system which was fitted to each side of the helicopter. Note the XM 157 airborne rocket pod which carried seven 2.75 inch Folding Fin Aircraft Rockets, the twin side-mounted M60 c machine guns and the ammunition storage boxes. (Donor DepAir file 417/5/48 Pt1)