This build I used an old kit made by Testors. Testors was known for doing some of the unique subjects over the years. This is their 1/32 scale H-43B Huskie helicopter. It was originally released in 1961 by Hawk Models and re-issued in 1967 to include Viet Nam Era parts. The version I built is the final release of the kit in 1998. I scratch built all of the interior details. The Kaman Aircraft H-43B Huskie is a very distinctive helicopter. It uses twin main intermeshing rotors. These were counter-rotating so a tail rotor was not required. It was first flown in 1953 and was in service until the early 1970’s. During the Viet Nam War it was utilized as an Air Rescue and Recovery helicopter which were part of the Pacific Air Rescue Center.
You can see all the photos and details from start to finish in the build log at: 1/32 Kaman H-43B Huskie Helicopter
