Helicopter CH-47A 66-00115

Information on U.S. Army helicopter CH-47A tail number 66-00115
The Army purchased this helicopter 1066
Total flight hours at this point: 00000601
Date: 06/10/68
Unit: 196 BDE
This was a Combat incident. This helicopter was REPAIRED IN THEATER
This was an Unknown mission for Unknown
Unknown this helicopter was Unknown at UNK feet and 095 knots.
South Vietnam
Helicopter took 1 hits from:
Small Arms/Automatic Weapons; Gun launched non-explosive ballistic projectiles less than 20 mm in size. (7.62MM)
The helicopter was hit in the Ramp
Systems damaged were: UNK
The helicopter Continued Flight.
The aircraft continued and accomplished all mission objectives.
Original source(s) and document(s) from which the incident was created or updated: Survivability/Vulnerability Information Analysis Center Helicopter database. Also: MISC (Miscellaneous. )


Information on U.S. Army helicopter CH-47A tail number 66-00115
The Army purchased this helicopter 1066
Total flight hours at this point: 00000678
Date: 07/10/68
Unit: 196 BDE
This was a Combat incident. This helicopter was REPAIRED IN THEATER
This was a Logistics Support mission for Resupply
While in Operations Area this helicopter was at Hover at 0015 feet and 005 knots.
Unknown
Helicopter took 5 hits from:
Small Arms/Automatic Weapons; Gun launched non-explosive ballistic projectiles less than 20 mm in size. (7.62MM)
The helicopter was hit in the Aft area
Systems damaged were: PERSONNEL, COMM SYS, ELECTRICAL SYS, MAIN ROTOR SYS
Casualties = 01 WIA . .
The helicopter Continued Flight.
The aircraft was diverted prior to accomplishing any mission objectives.
Original source(s) and document(s) from which the incident was created or updated: Survivability/Vulnerability Information Analysis Center Helicopter database. Also: MISC (Miscellaneous. )


Information on U.S. Army helicopter CH-47A tail number 66-00115
The Army purchased this helicopter 1066
Total flight hours at this point: 00001063
Date: 01/16/69
Unit: 196 ASHC
This was a Combat incident. This helicopter was REPAIRED IN THEATER
This was a Logistics Support mission for Troop Lift
Unknown this helicopter was Unknown at UNK feet and UNK knots.
Unknown
Helicopter took 1 hits from:
Small Arms/Automatic Weapons; Gun launched non-explosive ballistic projectiles less than 20 mm in size. (7.62MM)
The helicopter was hit in the Forward area
Systems damaged were: MAIN ROTOR SYS
The helicopter Continued Flight.
The aircraft continued and accomplished all mission objectives.
Original source(s) and document(s) from which the incident was created or updated: Survivability/Vulnerability Information Analysis Center Helicopter database. Also: MISC (Miscellaneous. )


Information on U.S. Army helicopter CH-47A tail number 66-00115
The Army purchased this helicopter 1066
Total flight hours at this point: 00001694
Date: 01/28/70
Accident case number: 700128121
Unit: 243 ASHC
This was Operational Incident Damage caused by an accident by Accident with the mission function of Combat Troop Carrier (missions assigned to an aircraft to deliver troops, supplies or equipment in a combat area in support of tactical field operations)
The station for this helicopter was Cam Ranh Bay in
Number killed in accident = 0 . . Injured = 0 . . Passengers = 0
Search and rescue operations were Not Required
costing 24000
Source(s) from which the incident was created or updated: Army Aviation Safety Center database.
Helicopter was recovered

Crew Members:
AC O2 DURR GW
P O2 PEPPERS JL

Accident Summary:

 UPON FLARING ACFT FOR LDG T/R BLADES STRUCK NEARBY TREE DMG ALLTHREE BLADES \


Information on U.S. Army helicopter CH-47A tail number 66-00115
The Army purchased this helicopter 1066
Total flight hours at this point: 00002254
Date: 02/12/71
Unit: 243 ASHC
This was a Combat incident. This helicopter was REPAIRED IN THEATER
This was a Logistics Support mission for Resupply
This was Combat Minor Damage caused by Other Combat by Ground Fire less than .50 cal in size with the mission function of Logistical Troop Carrier (missions assigned to an aircraft to deliver troops or cargo into areas other than in support of tactical operations in the field)
While in PickUp Zone this helicopter was on Take-Off at 0070 feet and 020 knots.
South Vietnam
Helicopter took 1 hits from:
Small Arms/Automatic Weapons; Gun launched non-explosive ballistic projectiles less than 20 mm in size. (7.62MM)
The helicopter was hit in the Passenger Cargo Section
Systems damaged were: UNK
Search and rescue operations were Not Required
The helicopter Continued Flight.
The aircraft continued and accomplished all mission objectives.
Original source(s) and document(s) from which the incident was created or updated: Survivability/Vulnerability Information Analysis Center Helicopter database. Also: JSIDR (Joint Services Incident Damage Report. )
Helicopter was recovered


Information on U.S. Army helicopter CH-47A tail number 66-00115
The Army purchased this helicopter 1066
Total flight hours at this point: 00002270
Date: 03/27/71
Unit: 243 ASHC
This was a Combat incident. This helicopter was REPAIRED IN THEATER
This was a Logistics Support mission for Resupply
This was Combat Minor Damage caused by Other Combat by Ground Fire less than .50 cal in size with the mission function of Command and Control (missions assigned to an aircraft for the primary purpose of airlifting a commander or staff in control of tactical operations or for radio relay stations)
While on Landing Zone this helicopter was Landing at 0200 feet and 050 knots.
South Vietnam
Helicopter took 1 hits from:
Small Arms/Automatic Weapons; Gun launched non-explosive ballistic projectiles less than 20 mm in size. (7.62MM)
The helicopter was hit in the Main Rotor Blade System
Systems damaged were: MAIN ROTOR SYS
Search and rescue operations were Not Required
The helicopter Continued Flight.
The aircraft continued and accomplished all mission objectives.
Original source(s) and document(s) from which the incident was created or updated: Survivability/Vulnerability Information Analysis Center Helicopter database. Also: JSIDR (Joint Services Incident Damage Report. )
Helicopter was recovered


The following is Goldbook information on US Army helicopter CH-47A tail number 66-00115
It is provided here as an ESTIMATE of the history of this helicopter and is not intended to be the final authority.
This helicopter was purchased by the US Army in 1066.
Please provide any additional information on this helicopter to the VHPA.

DATE  FLT HRS    UIC      UNIT          AREA          POST          COUNTRY
6610   0    0 W0MAAA DIR FOR MAINT    1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   SUPMACOM
6611  50   50 2055   ARMY AVN DIV     6TH ARMY   DUGWAY PG        TEVALCOM
6612  13   63 2055   ARMY AVN DIV     6TH ARMY   DUGWAY PG        TEVALCOM
6701   0   63 2055   ARMY AVN DIV     6TH ARMY   DUGWAY PG        TEVALCOM
6702   0   63 2055   ARMY AVN DIV     6TH ARMY   DUGWAY PG        TEVALCOM
6703   2   65 2055   POST SUPPLY      6TH ARMY   FORT ORD         6TH ARMY
6704   0   65 2017   ARMY AVN DIV     6TH ARMY   DUGWAY PG        TEVALCOM
6705   0   65 2017   ARMY AVN DIV     6TH ARMY   DUGWAY PG        TEVALCOM
6706   0   65 2017   USARV FLT DET    VIETNAM                     RVN     
6707   0   65 2017   USARV FLT DET    VIETNAM                     RVN     
6708   0   65 2017   BELL HCPTR       BAILMENT   FT WORTH         AVCOM   
6709   0   65 2017   BELL HCPTR       BAILMENT   FT WORTH         AVCOM   
6710   0   65 3300   BELL HCPTR       BAILMENT   FT WORTH         AVCOM   
6711   5   70 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6712  53  123 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6801  57  180 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6802  92  272 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6803 104  376 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6804 103  479 WFBEAA 196 LT INF BDE   VIETNAM                     RVN     
6805  88  567 WFBEAA 196 LT INF BDE   VIETNAM                     RVN     
6806  34  601 WFBEAA 196 LT INF BDE   VIETNAM                     RVN     
6807  77  678 WFBEAA 196 LT INF BDE   VIETNAM                     RVN     
6808  24  702 WFBEAA 196 LT INF BDE   VIETNAM                     RVN     
6809  76  778 WFBEAA 196 LT INF BDE   VIETNAM                     RVN     
6810  67  845 3331   HHD 44 ENG GP    THAILAND                    PACIFIC 
6811  42  887 WDU1AA 196 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6812  91  978 WDU1AA 196 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6901  85 1063 WDU1AA 196 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6902  38 1101 WDU1AA 196 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6903  67 1168 WCLNAA 79 TRANS CO      VIETNAM                     RVN     
6904   0 1168 WCLNAA 79 TRANS CO      VIETNAM                     RVN     
6905   0 1168 WCLNAA 11 ARM CAV REG   VIETNAM                     RVN     
6906   0 1168 WCLNAA 79 TRANS CO      VIETNAM                     RVN     
6907  97 1265 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6908  49 1314 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6909  61 1375 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6910  92 1467 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6911  96 1563 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
6912  95 1658 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7001  36 1694 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7002  74 1768 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7003   0 1768 WC5EAA 608 TRANS CO     VIETNAM                     RVN     
7004   0 1768 WC5EAA 608 TRANS CO     VIETNAM                     RVN     
7005  91 1859 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7006   7 1866 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7007  87 1953 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7008  37 1990 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7009  72 2062 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7010  42 2104 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7011  46 2150 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7012   6 2156 WDYEAA 243 ASLT HEL CO  VIETNAM                     RVN     
7101  35 2191 WDYEAA 243 ASHC         VIETNAM                     RVN     
7102  63 2254 WDYEAA 243 ASHC         VIETNAM                     RVN     
7103  16 2270 WDYEAA 243 ASHC         VIETNAM                     RVN     
7104  84 2354 WDYEAA 243 ASHC         VIETNAM                     RVN     
7105   0 2354 W0Y6AA AVSCOM FLT DET   5TH ARMY   ST LOUIS         AVSCOM  
7106   0 2354 W0Y6AA AVSCOM FLT DET   5TH ARMY   ST LOUIS         AVSCOM  
7107   0 2354 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7108   0 2354 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7109   0 2354 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7110   0 2354 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7111   1 2355 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7112   0 2355 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7201   0 2355 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7202   2 2357 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7203   0 2357 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7204   1 2358 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7205   1 2359 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7206   0 2359 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7207   1 2360 W0MAAA DIR MAINT        1ST ARMY   NEW CUMBERLAND   AMC     
7208  44 2404 WCLDAA 568 TC CO        ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7209  12 2416 WCLDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7210  36 2452 WCLDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7211  27 2479 WCLDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7212  28 2507 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7301  31 2538 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7302   9 2547 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7303   0 2547 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7304  27 2574 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7305   3 2577 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7306  24 2601 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7307  20 2621 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7308  20 2641 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7309   3 2644 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7310   1 2645 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7311  35 2680 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7312   7 2687 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7401   2 2689 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7402   7 2696 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7403  43 2739 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7404   2 2741 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7405   7 2748 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7406  23 2771 WDYDAA 242D AVIATION    ALASKA                      ALASKA  
7410   1 2815 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7411   9 2824 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7412  10 2834 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7501   0 2834 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7502  18 2852 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7503   3 2855 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7504  24 2879 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7505  10 2889 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7506  10 2899 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7507  20 2919 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7508  15 2934 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7509   6 2940 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7510  30 2970 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7511  17 2987 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 
7512   8 2995 WDYDAA 242D AVN CO      ALASKA     FORT WAINWRIGHT  FORSCOM 


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