Army Aviation Heritage Foundation's Vietnam era UH-1 Huey & AH-1 Cobra will be offering "Living History" helicopter rides Saturday, Aug 16th & Sunday, Aug 17th (weather permitting) at the Liberty Aviation Museum in Port Clinton, Ohio, located at the Erie-Ottawa International Airport (PCW)!
Rides go on between 9am-4pm both days.
**Advance tickets on sale now!**
Tickets are: UH-1 Huey helicopter (6-8 air time mins) (Does not include briefing in helicopter, boarding, exiting helicopter, take off and landing) $115.00/advance, $125.00/walk up (Huey helicopter can take up to 10 passengers. No pricing difference for children or adult) (Save $10 for advance ticketing!)
To purchase UH-1 Huey Helicopter tickets in advance, please visit:
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AH-1 Cobra helicopter rides (8-10 flight time mins) (Does not include briefing in helicopter, boarding, exiting helicopter, take off and landing) are $775.00 per person/advance, $800.00/per person walk up.
The Cobra helicopter can only take one passenger at a time.
To purchase AH-1 Cobra tickets in advance, please visit:
(Save $25 for advance ticketing!)
https://aahfstore.myshopify.com/products/2025_08_16-2025_08_17-liberty-aviation-museum-port-clinton-oh-cobra-lhfe
Call before traveling out to ensure that the helicopters are able to fly during inclement weather unless you have advance tickets. (Advance ticket holders will be notified if there are any issues)
Spectators can climb on board a UH-1H “Huey”. Riders fly with a veteran pilot for 6 to 8 minutes. (Does not include briefing in helicopter, boarding, exiting helicopter, take off and landing) For an even more intense ride, spectators can ride in an AH-1F Cobra attack helicopter. Certain age, health, and weight restrictions may apply.
Cobra Standard Ride: 8-10 Air Time Minutes (Does not include briefing in helicopter, take off and landing) $775.00/advance prior to the event $800.00/walk up pricing.
Rides go on both days between 9am-4pm. Please arrive by 3pm (the earlier the better) either date you are scheduled. If you are switching dates, please contact us to let us know. Walk up tickets are always available. Please let us know if you have any questions.
**Always check the museum's Facebook page directly or call us at (419) 732-0234 prior to traveling long distances on the day of or the day before to verify that the aircraft will be flying on the specific date that you are choosing. At times, inclement weather can prevent the aircraft from flying.**
To get an idea of what it is like to ride in a Huey Helicopter, check out the following link:
Some FAQs:
Bell UH-1 Huey FACTS:
Engine: 1 Lycoming T53-L-13 turbine, 1,400 shaft horsepower
Length: 57 feet
Height: 13 feet, 7 inches
Maximum Speed: 127 MPH
Range: 299 Miles
Gross Weight: 9,500 pounds
Crew: Four: 1 Pilot, 1 Co-pilot, 1 Crew Chief, 1 Door Gunner
Passengers: 9
Bell AH-1F Cobra FACTS:
Engine: Lycoming T53-L-703, 1,800 shaft horsepower
Length: 53 feet
Height: 13 feet, 6 inches
Maximum Speed: 172 MPH
Range: 315 Miles
Empty Weight: 5,810 pounds
Crew: Two: 1 pilot and 1 co-pilot/gunner
Passenger Qualifications:
Physically able to ingress / egress aircraft under own ability without assistance
No health restrictions for flight
Minimum age:
Cobra-16 years old
Huey-5 years old, with parent or guardian
Weight limitations: Aircraft seat belt must be able to fasten securely
Passenger liability release: Parent or guardian must sign release for those under 18
What if I have other questions?
If you have further questions, please email Connie at:
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***The Liberty Aviation Museum is hosting the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation for this special event. The Liberty Aviation Museum does not own or operate the helicopters. To learn more about the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation, please contact
https://armyav.org/ **
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