One of the most powerful and versatile weapons used by the US Marine Corps is the AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter, made by Bell Helicopter. Nicknamed the "Zulu Cobra," it features advanced target ...

The helicopter training squadron operates the UH-1Y Venom and AH-1Z Viper helicopters, a USMC spokesperson said. No other injuries were reported.

Service: USMC Armament ... Marines have been flying the AH-1W Super Cobra since 1986. The last AH-1W was delivered in 1998. The AH-1W is being replaced by the AH-1Z, starting in 2006 as part ...

It was not clear what type of military operation was being conducted at the time of the death but the USMC described it ... operates the UH-1Y Venom and AH-1Z Viper helicopters, a spokesperson ...