MD 500 E-6

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:helicopter
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:MD_500_E
gptkbp:armament machine guns
gptkbp:avionics modernized systems
gptkbp:crew 1 pilot
gptkbp:design lightweight and versatile
gptkbp:developer derived from Hughes 500
gptkbp:diameter gptkb:Fenestron
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:engine
gptkbp:features low noise levels
modular construction
easy maintenance
good visibility
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1976
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 40 gallons
gptkbp:height 10 ft 4 in
gptkbp:historical_significance popular in law enforcement
widely used in Vietnam War
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label MD 500 E-6
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:landing_gear skids
gptkbp:length 32 ft 10 in
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Mc_Donnell_Douglas
gptkbp:market civil and military markets
gptkbp:max_speed 130 knots
gptkbp:modifications various military configurations
civilian upgrades
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:military_unit
gptkb:battle
law enforcement agencies
medical evacuation services
search and rescue teams
gptkbp:operational_area relatively low
gptkbp:performance high maneuverability
gptkbp:power_output gptkb:Allison_250-C20_B
gptkbp:produced_by over 1,000 units
gptkbp:production_years 1976-1999
gptkbp:range 300 nautical miles
gptkbp:retirement_year still in service
gptkbp:role gptkb:helicopter
training helicopter
gptkbp:safety_record generally good
gptkbp:seating_capacity gptkb:5
1,000 lb
gptkbp:service_ceiling 10,500 ft
gptkbp:setting single rotor
gptkbp:successor gptkb:MD_530_F
gptkbp:training used for pilot training
gptkbp:variant gptkb:MD_500_E
gptkbp:weight 2,500 lb
gptkbp:wingspan 34 ft 6 in