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 ===Aircraft===
+====Bell UH-1 ====
+The Bell UH-1, originally created by Helijah, has now been improved.
+Nearly the whole exterior and interior model has been redone, using drawings free availabe from a real flight manual.
+The fdm created by Maik Justs is based on real datas and measurements done by the NASA.
+It is a first release, as the author plan to go on, as soon he has finished some other projects.
+It is compatible with 1.9.1 and later!
+Features
+-beside the BO105 the most realistic fdm!
+-nice shaded interior textures!
+-higher resolution of the textures!
+-accurate and correct proportions of the models
+-begin of a realistic cockpit!
+-original sound!
+and finally: tested and supported by a real Bell UH-1 Navy Pilot!
+Known Issues:
+-bad engine simulation- no autorotation possible (clutch simulation missing!)
+-panel not ready- need details pictures of the middle panel of the engine instrumentation
+-no lights yet
+-no gun/ rocket sounds
+-missing pieces in the cockpit like stick, pedals, overhead etc....
+-Only one livery for the Gunship
+Important for Repainters:
+There are two livery-folders:
+-Gunship
+-UH1-D
+Please make sure that you choose the right folder.
+Have fun!
+Thanks to JAG007, Helijah; Maik Justus, MOJO!
 ====Boeing 767-300 near its primary release====