The Boeing MH-6M Little Bird (nicknamed the Killer Egg) and its attack variant, the AH-6, are light helicopters used for special operations in the United States Army. Originally based on a modified OH-6A, it was later based on the MD 500E, with a single five-bladed main rotor.

The AH-6M / MH-6M 'Little Bird' are light attack/assault helicopters operated by the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Night Stalkers). Both the AH-6M and MH-6M are based around a civilian airframe (MD530F), with extensive modifications in terms of avionics and provisions for the mounting of specialized equipment and weapons systems.

Flown by the U.S. Army’s elite 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, the MH-6 Little Bird is primarily used to insert special operations forces onto rooftops or on narrow roadways.

The Boeing AH-6 is a series of light helicopter gunships based on the MH-6 Little Bird and MD 500 family. Developed by Boeing Rotorcraft Systems, these include the Unmanned Little Bird (ULB) demonstrator, the A/MH-6X Mission Enhanced Little Bird …

May 14, 2024 · The A/MH-6 Little Bird, one of the most notorious helicopters of the U.S. Special Operations Command, might have to wait a few more years before enjoying its deserved retirement.

Apr 22, 2022 · Special Operations Command’s A/MH-6 Little Bird — affectionally known as the “Killer Egg” — made its debut into the American psyche following the release of the classic book and movie “Black Hawk Down.”

ocket pods. MH 6M Little Bird The MH 6M Little Bird is a single engine light utility helicopter that has been modified to externally transport several comba. troops and their equipment. It is capable of conducting infiltrations, exfiltrations and . combat assaults over a wide variety of terrain.

Jun 4, 2021 · The U.S. Army is currently accepting the latest version of the Little Birds, the AH/MH-6 Block III, which includes a new six-bladed rotor and better payload, speed, and flight controls.

Jul 7, 2011 · The MH-6 Little Bird is the only light assault helicopter in the Army inventory. It provides assault helicopter support to special operations forces and can be armed with a combination of guns...

Oct 30, 2020 · Page details technical specifications, development, and operational history of the Boeing (Hughes) AH-6 / MH-6 Little Bird Light Attack / Observation / Transport Helicopter including pictures.