Maj. Tyler Braconi had more than a decade of service in the Marines as a helicopter pilot. He died in a crash in the ...
The AH-1 Cobra’s performance in Grenada underscored its value as a flexible and lethal platform in low-intensity conflicts. Developed by Bell Helicopter in the 1960s, the AH-1 Cobra was the United ...
The Vietnam War brought to light the necessity of a specialized, armed aircraft to assist and supply fire support for transport helicopters in combat situations. In response, Bell Helicopter, the ...
Marine pilot Tyler Braconi, 35, died after the two-seat helicopter crashed while flying as part of the Weapons and Tactics ...
From cobras to gators, reptilian mascots and call signs appear on patches, aircraft and unit logos across every branch. Why?
Attack helicopters have become essential tools in modern warfare, combining agility, firepower, and tactical versatility.
Manufactured by Bell Helicopter (now known as Bell Textron Inc.)—the same company that made the ubiquitous Huey helicopter of Vietnam War fame—the chopper’s official name is the Bell AH-1 SuperCobra; ...