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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:helicopter
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gptkbp:armament
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various weapons systems
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gptkbp:availability
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widely available in the used market
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gptkbp:avionics
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modern avionics systems
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gptkbp:cockpit
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two-seat cockpit
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gptkbp:community
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active owner community
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gptkbp:configuration
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single main rotor and tail rotor
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gptkbp:crew
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1-2
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gptkbp:design
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lightweight and versatile
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gptkbp:design_features
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low noise levels
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gptkbp:diameter
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33 ft 4 in
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gptkbp:engine
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gptkb:turbofan_engine
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gptkbp:first_flight
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gptkb:1966
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gptkbp:fuel_capacity
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40 gallons
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gptkbp:height
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10 ft 4 in
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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pioneered light helicopter design.
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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MD 500
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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Mc Donnell Douglas design philosophy
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gptkbp:length
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32 ft 10 in
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gptkbp:maintenance
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requires regular maintenance checks
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:Mc_Donnell_Douglas
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gptkbp:market
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global market
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gptkbp:max_speed
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130 knots
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gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight
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3,200 lbs
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gptkbp:military_technology
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gptkb:MD_500_D
gptkb:AH-6_Little_Bird
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gptkbp:modifications
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various aftermarket modifications
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gptkbp:notable_case
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various accidents reported
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gptkbp:notable_mission
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gptkb:search_and_rescue
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gptkbp:notable_users
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gptkb:United_States_Army
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gptkbp:operational_use
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gptkb:law_enforcement
gptkb:tourism
medical evacuation
firefighting
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gptkbp:origin
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derived from the Hughes 500
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gptkbp:passenger_capacity
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up to 5
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gptkbp:performance
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high maneuverability
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gptkbp:performance_style
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excellent hover performance
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gptkbp:production_location
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gptkb:USA
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gptkbp:production_years
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1966-1989
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gptkbp:range
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300 nautical miles
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gptkbp:related_aircraft
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gptkb:Bell_206
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gptkbp:retirement
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still in service with some operators
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gptkbp:role
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gptkb:helicopter
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gptkbp:safety_record
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generally good
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gptkbp:service_ceiling
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10,500 feet
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gptkbp:successor
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gptkb:MD_600
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gptkbp:training
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used for pilot training
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gptkbp:used_by
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military and civilian operators
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gptkbp:variant
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gptkb:MD_500_E
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gptkbp:weight
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2,500 lbs
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Mc_Donnell_Douglas_Helicopter_Systems
gptkb:Mc_Donnell_Douglas_Helicopter_Company
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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5
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