{"product_id":"hup-3-retriever-147621","title":"HUP-3 RETRIEVER 147621","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Due to limited quantities (White Lettering 27) only one per customer. \u003cbr\u003ePlaneTags will ship in random order as chosen from the variations shown in the photos. No requests please. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/planetags.com\/products\/custom-hup-3-retriever-147621\" title=\"Custom HUP-3 RETRIEVER 147621\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick Here To Custom Engrave Tags\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/HUP-3_hero01_480x269_38835001-3794-4a33-bc02-a7b3d76cce6f.jpg?v=1723496546\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhirlybird Wednesday is here, and we’re excited to introduce you to a true piece of aviation history: the Piasecki HUP-3 Retriever, BuNo 147621. This unique helicopter served in the U.S. Navy and has now been transformed into collectible PlaneTags, ready for you to own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet the full story on our blog: \u003ca title=\"Exploring the Legacy of the Piasecki HUP-3: A Pioneer in Military Aviation\" href=\"https:\/\/planetags.com\/blogs\/planetags-blog\/exploring-the-legacy-of-the-piasecki-hup-3-a-pioneer-in-military-aviation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"\u003eExploring the Legacy of the Piasecki HUP-3: A Pioneer in Military Aviation.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/HUP-3_hero02_480x269_13a1ed4a-5d2f-4929-9db9-12dd20da067c.jpg?v=1723472844\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOUR AIRCRAFT'S STORY\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuNo 147621 began its life with the U.S. Army as an H-25A Army Mule in 1951, before being quickly converted for naval use and redesignated as a HUP-3 Retriever. It was transferred to the U.S. Navy on April 12, 1958, where it would serve in various critical roles before it was struck off charge by the Navy in 1963. MotoArt discovered the derelict airframe and created PlaneTags in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Piasecki HUP-3 was a versatile helicopter known for its distinctive tandem rotor design, which allowed it to excel in search and rescue, transport, and utility missions. Its ability to operate from both land and sea made it an invaluable asset to the U.S. military during its service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/HUP-3_GALLERY01_480x600_a2247465-70e2-4bdd-abeb-8e33c74d4934.jpg?v=1723473308\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/HUP-3_GALLERY02_480x600_44ddffaa-c4c0-4361-a709-67f63ab9dd5d.jpg?v=1723481630\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon’t miss your chance to own a piece of this incredible aircraft’s legacy. HUP-3 PlaneTags made from BuNo 147621—add this rare collectible to your collection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/HUP-3_sample_480x269_d3938614-9c11-4908-a6f0-b21531d5429e.jpg?v=1723570700\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHUP-3 RETRIEVER 147621\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/HUP-3_LineArt.jpg?v=1723476413\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Piasecki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e HUP-3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuNo:\u003c\/strong\u003e 147621\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrew: \u003c\/strong\u003e2 (Pilot, Co-Pilot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassengers: \u003c\/strong\u003e4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotor diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 ft 0 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 56 ft 11 in\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 ft 6 in\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRange: \u003c\/strong\u003e340 mi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCruise Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 mph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeiling:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10,000 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmpty weight: \u003c\/strong\u003e3,928 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Takeoff: \u003c\/strong\u003e6,100 lb\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRate of Climb: \u003c\/strong\u003e100 ft\/min\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1x Continental R-975-46A Radial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDISCLAIMER\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect Aviation Gift\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlaneTags are: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic - made from actual retired aircraft fuselage, not merely stamped metal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique -  each PlaneTag bears the color, thickness, and wear and tear from the portion of the fuselage from which it was cut and it is therefore rare to create two identical PlaneTags. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollectible - each one is numbered in a limited edition and comes attached to a display card. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile - comes with a durable metal ring, strong enough to attach to luggage or keys or display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Important Notice – Please Read Carefully\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaneTags are made from actual retired aircraft fuselage, not merely stamped metal. Because PlaneTags are made from real fuselage, each PlaneTag bears the color, thickness, and wear and tear from the portion of the fuselage from which it was cut and it is therefore rare to create two identical PlaneTags. These variations and imperfections are not product flaws. They are part of the beauty of PlaneTags. As a result, you will not have an option to select the color of your PlaneTag. The images on this website are provided for reference only and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a particular PlaneTag.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MotoArt PlaneTags","offers":[{"title":"Bare Metal","offer_id":51121547411621,"sku":"HUP-3-Bare Metal","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Exterior","offer_id":51121547444389,"sku":"HUP-3-Exterior","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":51121547477157,"sku":"HUP-3-Green","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Exterior 2","offer_id":51121547509925,"sku":"HUP-3-Exterior-2","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White Lettering","offer_id":51121547542693,"sku":"HUP-3-White Lettering","price":94.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/4682\/0005\/files\/PT24_HUP-3_CARD_bare_metaljpg.jpg?v=1794176745","url":"https:\/\/shopnexoria.shop\/products\/hup-3-retriever-147621","provider":"Westcliff Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}