OH-58B Kiowa
UAV / Droneconfirmed
The OH-58B Kiowa is a light observation helicopter, an export variant of the OH-58A, primarily used for reconnaissance and utility roles. It is a single-engine, single-rotor aircraft derived from the commercial Bell 206 JetRanger.
Specifications
| Type | UAV / Drone |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Bell Helicopter |
| Introduced | 1976 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 222 km/h |
| Range | 481 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 1.36 t |
History
Developed by Bell Helicopter in the United States, this variant entered service in 1976 and was used by the Austrian Air Force.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | 12 | confirmed |
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