Hiller UH-12
The Hiller UH-12 was one of the first American light helicopters to become a familiar sight in civilian training, police, and agricultural work. It used a simple two-blade rotor and a piston engine, keeping operating costs lower than larger transport helicopters. Military versions served with several countries, while civilian examples helped train a generation of helicopter pilots. The compact cabin and exposed tail boom make it a classic example of early light-rotorcraft design.
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The Hiller UH-12 was one of the first American light helicopters, using a simple two-blade rotor to keep costs low.
Specifications
| Length | 9.9 m (32 ft) |
|---|---|
| Height | 2.8 m (9 ft) |
| Rotor diameter | 10.7 m (35 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 3 |
| Crew | 1 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 1.2 t |
| Range | 230 NM (426 km) |
| Maximum speed | 105 kt (194 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 ft (3,658 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 15,000 ft (4,572 m) |
| Rate of climb | 1,290 ft/min (6.6 m/s) |
| Engines | 1x Lycoming VO-540 |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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