This colorful aviation photograph features a U.S. Army Hughes OH-6A Cayuse, serial 68-17164, wearing one of the most memorable decorative schemes you are likely to encounter on the type. The nose carries a bright clown-style face, while large question-mark graphics give the helicopter an unmistakable personality. Reverse identification connects the aircraft to Harlingen, Texas, in 1975 and credits aviation photographer Jay Miller. The compact OH-6A profile, exposed landing skids, military serial, and playful artwork are all clearly represented. The nickname appears to read “SE Bozo”, and that wording is retained cautiously in quotation marks. For collectors, this image combines Vietnam-era aircraft history, traceable serial-number interest, credited aviation photography, and unusual nose art in one striking piece.
The OH-6A Cayuse became famous as a small, agile observation helicopter during the Vietnam era, where its compact size and excellent visibility suited reconnaissance and light utility work. Aircraft serial 68-17164 gives this photograph stronger reference value than an anonymous airshow image. The 1975 Harlingen context places the helicopter in the post-service display and preservation era, when military aircraft often appeared at aviation events and collections. Its clown face and question-mark graphics transform a familiar military type into a highly distinctive subject. The credited Jay Miller connection also adds appeal for collectors of documented aviation photography. It is a lively conversation piece for helicopter historians, military-aircraft enthusiasts, and modelers seeking unusual markings.
From the Jeffrey C. Evans Helicopter Archive Estate, an aviation-focused collection associated with respected helicopter historian, researcher, photographer, and archive collector Jeffrey C. Evans. Evans spent decades preserving rotorcraft history and co-authored The Bell 47 Helicopter Story with Robert S. Petite. Material from his archive offers collectors meaningful context, careful subject organization, and a direct connection to a lifetime devoted to helicopter and aviation history. Unless a separate photographer credit is stated above, this provenance identifies the collection source rather than personal authorship.
Good vintage condition with light edge and corner wear, minor surface scratches and handling marks, and slight curl. The right edge shows a narrow patterned or processing border. Reverse has handwritten identification, photographer credit, inventory number 5013, and additional signature-like notation. Please review all photos carefully as they show the exact piece you will receive.
| Aircraft | Hughes OH-6A Cayuse |
| Military Serial | 68-17164 |
| Date | 1975 |
| Location | Harlingen, Texas |
| Photographer Credit | Jay Miller |
| Format | Color aviation photograph |
| Dimensions | Approx. 8 x 10 in. |
| Provenance | Jeffrey C. Evans Helicopter Archive Estate |
| Custom SKU | PHO-FLD63-9QC3 |
This aviation photograph ships free and will be packed flat between rigid protection to help preserve its corners, surface, and reverse markings. Tracked shipping is included so it arrives ready for your collection, display, or research archive.
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