Hudges 500 M-D\Tow Defender
In service since 1979
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Type: Combat helicopter for attacking and close aid;
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Country of origin: USA
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Performance:
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Maximum speed 250 km/h;
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Range 425 km.
The Defender helicopters were first used in
the Peace of Galilee operation when they gave close aid to the ground troops
by destroying terrorist targets and armored Syrian troops along their advancing
routes. Their main contribution was by chance, the sudden massive attack
of armored troops. These helicopters were aimed to flexibly fight against
the armored troops, as opposed to the ground anti-tank weapons. One of
their advantages is their small size which allows them superb ability of
movement and their quiet flight is due to their five bladed rotar. Nowadays,
these helicopters are also used for training at the stage of combat helicopters
in the IAF flight school.
