K-600/H-43
Modeled off the HTK-1, the K-600 type served as general purpose & training helicopters. The H-43 and derivatives were commonly used for aircraft crash rescues.
Type Description
Modeled off the HTK-1, the K-600 type served as general purpose & training helicopters. The H-43 and derivatives were commonly used for aircraft crash rescues.
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Milestones Associated with the K-600/H-43
September 30, 1956
HH-43B/K-600-3 Huskie:
First flight of the Kaman HH-43B
May 25, 1961
HH-43B/K-600-3 Huskie:
Kaman HH-43B sets world altitude record (Class E.1 with 1000 kg)
October 18, 1961
HH-43B/K-600-3 Huskie:
Kaman HH-43B sets world altitude record (Class E.1.d)
October 24, 1961
HH-43B/K-600-3 Huskie:
Kaman HH-43B sets world time-to-climb records
