RI National Guard phasing out “Huey” helicopters

NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I.—The Rhode Island Army National Guard says it’s retiring its “Huey” helicopters to make room for more powerful aircraft.
   
The National Guard is phasing out its remaining UH-1 helicopters, called Hueys, at a farewell ceremony on Sunday.
   
The Huey was first used in 1956 and then during the Vietnam War.

But the Guard says it’s switching to the powerful and larger UH-60 Blackhawk.
   
Major General Robert Bray called the Huey a “piece of our rich heritage.“
   
The Army Aviation Facility is holding its farewell ceremony at the Quonset Air National Guard Base.