Helicopter Collection (#5)

Barbara Noonan was the toast of her family last night after an ordeal at sea on a drifting air bed. Mrs Noonan and her daughter Margaret, 23 and grand-daughter Barbara

Us-Full Moon-Statue
A helicopter flies past as the full moon rises behind the Statue of Liberty on May 18, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Johannes EISELE / AFP)

Invention-Helicopter
Undated picture showing the aerial velocipede, an invention of Mr A. Delprat, which could be the origin of the helicopter

Marquis Raul Pateras Pescara Experimental Prototype Coax?
Marquis Raul Pateras Pescara Experimental Prototype Coaxial Helicopter Barcelona December 1930 Flying Date: 1930

Focke Wulf FW-61 / Focke Achgelis FA-61
Hanna Reitsch Flying a Focke-Achgelis Fa-61 Autogyro for the Worlds First Indoor Flight Inside the Deutschlandhalle, Berlin During a Practice Session in an Empty Hall Date: 1938

Boeing Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche

Sikorsky S-55, 93015

Sikorsky S-55, OO-SHA, of Sabena, at Lille heliport

Sikorsky S-55, WW339, formerly G-AMHK, was registered to Westland in January 1951 for use as a demonstrator

Bendix Model J Whirlaway, NX74101

Sikorsky S-52 or H-18, NC92823

Salt Pans in Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana, Africa

Belvedere helicopter JLP01_08_062441c
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. RAF Belvedere helicopter hovering above tarmac just to the north of Coventry Cathedral

Central Park & Upper East Side, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA

Central Park & Upper West Side, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA

Statue of Liberty, Jersey City and Lower Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA

Aerial view of The Shard, River Thames, Tower Bridge and City of London, London, England

Aerial view over Canary Wharf, Isle of Dogs, London, England

Aerial view over O2 arena, Isle of Dogs and Canary Wharf, London, England

Aerial view from helicopter, The Shard, River Thames and the City of London, London, England

Aerial view from helicopter, Royal Albert Hall & Hyde Park, London, England

Aerial view from helicopter, St. Pauls and City of London, London, England

Aerial view from helicopter, Regents Park, BT Tower, The Shard & City of London, London, England

Exercise Noble Jump 2017
Pictured is a US Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter taking part in Exercise Noble Jump 17. A joint Air Assault exercise with the American 1st Battalion, 3 Aviation Regiment, 12 Combat Aviation Brigade

British troops exercise in Estonia as part of the NATOs eFP (Enhanced Forward Presence)
Pictured are British Troops embarking on United States Air force Chinooks during an exercise held in Estonia. JTAC operators from the Royal Artillery

202(R) Sqn Personnel Dry Winching
Pictured are Rear-crew of a Griffin HT1 Helicopter from 202(R) Sqn training on Anglesey. 202(R) Sqn " The Mucky Ducks" train Royal Navy and Royal Air Force Helicopter Pilots

Westcountry Army Reservists Call in Chinook Helicopter during Dynamic Training Weekend
Pictured is a Challenger 2 MBT and Chinook Helicopter on the Salisbury Plain Training Area. Army Reservists from the Royal Wessex Yeomanry and regular soldiers from The Royal Tank Regiment

Chinook Landing
A Chinook HC3 helcopter from RAF Odiham lands at RAF Shawbury for a re fuel on route to its home station. The Chinook is an able

Hot-Point Refueling
RAF Odiham HC3 Chinooks on the pan at RAF Leeming hot-point refueling. The Chinook is an able and versatile support helicopter that can be armed with crew served weapons to provide self-defence

Royal Air Force Benson - Ex Jebel Sahara - 29 October 2015 - Corporal (Cpl) Connor Payne
A 33 Squadron Puma HC Mk2Helicopter performing dust landings during Exercise Jebel Sahara in Morocco. The Puma HC Mk1 reached its Out of Service date with the Royal Air Force in December 2012

Wildcat with 847 Naval Air Squadron
Pictured is a Wildcat Brigade Reconnaissance Helicopter (BRH) helicopter with 847 Naval Air Squadron (NAS) conducting recce patrols in the Norwegian Fjords

846 Naval Air Squadron Conducts Demo Roles
Pictured are 846 Naval Air Squadron conducting Role Demos with their Merlin MK3 Helicopters at RNAS Yeovilton. 846 Naval Air Squadron (NAS)

Pictured is an RAF Benson Puma 2 helicopters undertake training during EX AGILE SPEAR 15
Pictured is are a RAF Benson Puma 2 helicopter coming in to land during training on EX AGILE SPEAR 15. Over 100 personnel from the Royal Air Force

Pictured is an RAF Odiham Chinook helicopter load training during EX AGILE SPEAR 15. Over 100 personnel from the Royal Air Force

Two Commando Helicopter Force Merlin Mk3 helicopters on exercise in northern Norway
Two Commando Helicopter Force Merlin Mk3 helicopters from 846 Naval Air Squadron on exercise with Royal Marine Commandos from Whisky Company 45 Commando near Harstad northern Norway

Royal Navy Photographers Recognised for Picture Perfect Shots
Pictured is Commando MAOT (Mobile Air Operations Team) receiving an Under Slung Load (USL) from a Merlin Mk3 helicopter of 845 Naval Air Squadron (NAS), at Norway during Exercise Clockwork

U. S. Army AH-64D Apache Helicopter at Kandahar Airfield
Pictured is a U.S Army AH-64D Apache Helicopter at Kandahar Airfield in 2011. U.S. AH-64Ds typically flew in Afghanistan and Iraq without the Longbow Radar in the absence of armoured threats

US Army Chinook at Kandahar Airfield
Pictured is a US Army Chinook Helicopter taking off from Kandahar Airfield in 2011. Kandahar Airfield, Kandahar Provence in Afghanistan was used by the RAF for combat operations from 2001 to 2014

US Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopters
Pictured are two US Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Multi-Mission Helicopters preparing to depart from Kandahar Airfield in 2011

HMS Ocean in the Mediterranean
Pictured is HMS Ocean during Joint Expeditionary Force (Maritime) (JEF[M]) in the Mediterranean. She is shown with Apache, Merlin and Chinook helicopters embarked

Army Air Corps Apache Attack Helicopter
An Army Air Corps Apache of the Apache Attack Helicopter Display Team thrills the crowds at the RAF Cosford airshow. On the 9th June 2013 Royal Air Force Cosford hosted their annual Airshow

Wildcat Helicopter
The new Wildcat helicopter is pictured during a training exercise with reservist ground crews from the Territorial Army. It was the Armys first opportunity to work with the helicopter which is due in

RAF Chinook Helicopters
Chinook helicopters from18 (B) Squadron practising desert operations during Exercise Vortex Warrior.18 (B) Sqn are based at Royal Air Force Odiham

HMS Diamond
A Royal Navy Sea King helicopter lands on Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond. A Mk7 Sea King Helicopter from 854 Squadron practiced deck landings with HMS Diamond on the 10 October 2012

Army Air Corps Apache Helicopter Pilot Prepares forTake Off
An Army Air Corps Apache attack helicopter takes off during an exercise on the Barton Stacey Training Area (BSTA) near Winchester

Army Air Corps Lynx Mk9A Helicopter Lifts Off During Op Omid Haft in Afghanistan
An Army Air Corps Lynx 9a helicopter takes of with elements of A Company, 1 Rifles during Helicopter Assault Force (HAF) Operation

RAF Puma Helicopter on Exercise in Norway
Royal Air Force 33 Sqn Pumas conducted winter training which included snow landings and carrying underslung loads, in the mountainous region above Bardufoss, Norway

Royal Navy Sea King Mk4 Helicopter Escorted by Army Lynx Mk9A Over Afghanistan
Photograph shows a Royal Navy Sea King Mk4 helicopter (foreground) escorted by an Army Lynx Mk9A whilst on operations over Afghanistan

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"From Leonardo Da Vinci's visionary design to modern-day marvels, helicopters have revolutionized transportation and rescue operations. The Westland Whirlwinds on HMS Bulwark exemplify the power and agility of these flying machines. Ian Sharps' film poster for 'Who Dares Wins' (1982) captures the intensity and bravery associated with helicopter missions. The US Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter stands as a symbol of military might and precision. Its versatility allows it to excel in various combat scenarios, embodying the spirit of 'Search And Destroy. ' The Royal Navy Merlin Helicopter, soaring above HMS Ocean at sea, showcases the seamless integration between air and naval forces. This synergy is further demonstrated by RAF Chinook Carrying Army Land Rover - a testament to their joint efforts in ensuring national security. Intriguingly, even Leonardo Da Vinci recognized the potential of helicopters centuries ago through his innovative designs. His vision laid the foundation for future advancements in aviation technology. Helicopters also play a crucial role in emergency services such as London Air Ambulance over Westminster, England. These aerial lifesavers provide swift medical assistance when every second counts. Not limited to warfare or emergencies alone, helicopters aid in everyday tasks like rescuing survivors from treacherous waters using Wessex helicopter winching techniques. Furthermore, sightings like Coyne Helicopter/UFO incidents remind us that there are still mysteries surrounding these incredible machines. Their capabilities continue to captivate our imagination while pushing boundaries. Lastly, we witness how Royal Navy Type 23 Frigate HMS Sutherland relies on Merlin Helicopters overhead for enhanced surveillance and operational effectiveness during maritime operations. " Note.