A gunship helicopter is a helicopter that is heavily armed with weapons. They may contain machine guns or cannons, and help ...

Designed as a utility helicopter, the Huey served in a variety of roles, including troop transport, MEDEVAC, and even close air support as a gunship. The Huey even served as the platform for the ...

Doug Petersen landed as a Huey ... I'm a gunship guy.' And they go, 'No, no no, you're a Dustoff guy.'" Dustoff: That was the nickname given to pilots and crew members on medical helicopters.