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Description
| Notes: Ver flight training. Single articulated rotor (2 CREW) . | ||
| Manufacturer: | Hughes | |
| Base model: | H-55 | |
| Designation: | TH-55 | |
| Version: | A | |
| Nickname: | Osage | |
| Designation System: | U.S. Air Force | |
| Designation Period: | 1948-Present | |
| Basic role: | Helicopter | |
| Modified Mission: | Trainer | |
Specifications
| Length: | 28' 10" | 8.7 m | |
| Height: | 8' 2.7" | 2.5 m | |
| Wingspan: | 25' 3.5" | 7.7 m | |
| Empty Weight: | 1,008 lb | 457 kg | |
| Gross Weight: | 1,850 lb | 839 kg | |
Propulsion
| No. of Engines: | 1 | ||
| Powerplant: | Lycoming HIO-360-A1A | ||
| Horsepower (each): | 180 | ||
Performance
| Range: | 204 miles | 328 km | |
| Cruise Speed: | 75 mph | 120 km/h | 64 kt |
Known serial numbers
Examples of this type may be found at
| Museum | City | State |
| United States Army Aviation Museum | Ozark | Alabama |
| United States Army Transportation Museum | Fort Eustis | Virginia |
TH-55A on display
United States Army Transportation Museum |
Recent comments by our visitors
| First Class Leader, Class 78-37, Re , AL | Funny story, 30 years ago. During Primary, I recall my first flights with Marion D. Ewell, a DOSS Instructor. As Mr. Ewell banked the TH-55A to the right, I leaned way over to the left, until I was nearly sitting on him. He shrugged hard and said, \"Get off of me, you\'re not going to fall out!\" The doors were off the helicopter.
If I had a fear of heights, then, Mr. Ewell coaxed it out of me. On another flight he asked me where are we and I was probably clueless, as we flew by the water tower . . . When he keyed the mic, he said, \"Reference points, my boy.\" I learned so much from him. Maybe twenty years later, I called him, just to give him my warmest wishes and thanks for his patience. I have flown approximately 130 airplanes and helicopters, since, including the venerable Boeing 747-400, as Captain. This comment is my tribute to the US Army, Mother Rucker and DOSS Instructor Marion D. Ewell. 08/01/2008 @ 18:03 [ref: 22330] |
| CW3 Fred Zayas (Ret.) Enterprise, AL | I was the last TH-55 solo for the year 1987. After I landed they shut down the tower at Hooper and we all went home for Christmas break. Whew what fond memories...I am proud to say I never got whacked by the anti over-torque device. I wish I could own one now to fly around the local Enterprise area. 02/01/2008 @ 12:23 [ref: 19502] |
| Paul Ciervo Collingswood, NJ | Class 81-18 (Green Hats)
Loved the aircraft. It was nice to actually solo and learn on your own. It gave you a lot of confidence in your abilities and forced you to learn QUICK! 10/11/2007 @ 15:40 [ref: 18163] |
| Doug , NC | I have fond memories of the TH-55. It brought me where I am today. I was one of the last groups to train with it. It is one of the few helicopters a one legged person could fly. All you needed was your left foot. Even at a hover all it needed was left pedal or no left pedal. I got a pinched nerve in my right foot from holding it off the pedal. It is a great aircraft to learn in. 01/25/2007 @ 22:00 [ref: 15297] |
| Dave miami, FL | I am looking for a complete ship to rebuild,if any one knows where one is avail please let me know.Where are all of them if they made over 750/?Are any still at ft rucker?I looked at the faa registry there are not that many listed.Im a full time 369/md500 mechanic but ready to learn the 269 series.Thanks, h2operf@aol.com 03/15/2006 @ 19:10 [ref: 12812] |
| Camron McAhren , AR | I am looking for a Good TH55 or a 269A for sell. If anyone knows of one please e-mail me.
Thanks Camron McAhren 11/01/2005 @ 18:49 [ref: 11627] |
| wayne moore vaughan, MS | I am beginning a total rebuild from skids up on a TH55/269A. I need parts and someone close to MS that I can call and talk to about this rebuild. Someone who is interested in the TH55. Not someone who wants to make a quick buck. Thanks in advance. 12/23/2004 @ 19:33 [ref: 8944] |
| Michael King Norfolk, VA | I graduated from Ft Rucker in November 1983. The tail number of the TH-55 I soloed in was 16850. Anyone own that aircraft or have photos of it? Thanks.
Michael King 11/29/2004 @ 13:22 [ref: 8738] |
| Jerry Staggs Weatherford, TX | I work and own a TH55A 67-16969.(N7058J) It's std. cat. I have barns full of parts New & Used. My 55 has over 11,700 hrs on it and it looks like it just rolled of the line at Hughes Fac. in Cal. I'll upload pic'S 08/23/2004 @ 01:09 [ref: 8118] |
| tony stratford upon avon, OTH | Hi,
I have a TH 55 / 269A here in England - currently flying but in jeapardy of being grounded if I don't find a main rotor drive shaft (269A5305-003 or -109) soon. Can anyone help? Regards, Tony 05/08/2004 @ 16:18 [ref: 7389] |
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