MD500E Start-Up & Takeoff N420WC (Hughes 500/MD369E) Helicopter

MD500E Start-Up & Takeoff N420WC (Hughes 500/MD369E) Helicopter

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Feb 3, 2025

Prior to the OH-6's first flight, Hughes announced it was developing a civilian version, to be marketed as the Hughes 500, available in basic five- and seven-seat configurations. A utility version with a more powerful engine was offered as the 500U (later called the 500C).