Videos tagged with Helicopter Armament

This guide details the evolution of Black Hawk helicopter loadouts for specialized units operating in environments like Somalia. It covers the transition from M60s to M134 Miniguns and the integration of 30mm cannons and Hellfire missiles, transforming utility helicopters into potent attack platforms. The information is presented with the authority of a former TF160 pilot with direct combat experience.

This video showcases the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter, specifically highlighting its M230 30mm chain gun. The footage features the helicopter in a low-altitude hover with accompanying music, demonstrating the weapon system firing. It serves as a visual demonstration of military aviation hardware in action.

This video focuses on the armament of the AH-1G Cobra attack helicopter, specifically highlighting the T-102A chin turret which houses a single 7.62mm Minigun. It details how the aircraft's design is intrinsically linked to its weaponry, emphasizing the functional integration of armament into the airframe.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the M134 Minigun, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers manual indexing of the barrel cluster, feeding the ammunition belt, engaging controls, and firing. The guide also touches upon the weapon's spin-down inertia and the function of modern clutch systems. Expert instruction from a recognized firearms historian highlights the technical aspects of operating this powerful weapon system.