Hueys attained the same type of naming as the venerable Jeep – named after the designation GP = General Purpose.

The original US Forces designation for this helicopter series was HU-1 (Helicopter, Utility…) which was changed very shortly to UH-1 (Utility Helicopter)

Later models had “BELL” moulded onto the left Rudder Pedal and “HUEY” on the right.

G-HUEY did not serve in Vietnam and was sold to Argentina as surplus stock in the late 70s. However, G-UHIH did serve in Vietnam and was resurrected from a boneyard.

Twin-pack Hueys, UH-1N and on, are indeed still Hueys – although they reputedly fly better!