The Bell UH-1D (c/n 8116, 70+56) gives way to its modern successor, the H145 LUH SAR (c/n 20308, 77+03)

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Airbus H145 - InternationalInternational - 2010Bell UH-1D Iroquois / Model 205 - СШАUSA - 1961

Maj Gen Andreas Hannemann, Commander of the Rapid Forces Division (DSK) and his deputy, Brig Gen Andreas Pfeifer, with Niederstetten's Commander Col Peter Goehringer bid farewell to the Bell UH-1D (c/n 8428, 73+08)

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bell UH-1D Iroquois / Model 205 - СШАUSA - 1961

At 91m, the H145's Goodrich rescue hoist cable is twice as long as the Huey's. Paired with the greater twin-engine power, it is possible to winch in rough or high terrain

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Airbus H145 - InternationalInternational - 2010

The mission qualification training of the H145 includes low-level flying and confined area landings. Crews undertake daily training missions out of Niederstetten Air Base in Baden-Wurttemberg

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Airbus H145 - InternationalInternational - 2010

With its side sliding doors and a large rear clamshell door, the H145 offers plenty of space for loading and unloading patients

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Airbus H145 - InternationalInternational - 2010