Helicopters Collection (#2)

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

Afghan National Air Force Mi-17 Helicopter Over Camp Bastion
An Afghan National Air Force (ANAF) Mi-17 helicopter is pictured over Camp Bastion in Helmand Province, with an Army Air Corps (aC) Lynx Mk9A helicopter in the background

Sculptor Tom Bird seen here on Flat Holm Island (Ynys Echni) in the Bristol Channel. With his sculpture which combines the islands outline with a battleship radar top

RAF Westland Whirlwind search and rescue helicopters queueing to land at the RAF Fylingdales construction site to take off personnel trapped by heavy snow falls. 15th January 1963

Helicopter from 66th Air Rescue Squadron, United States Air Force Base at Manston, 10th August 1954. Helicopter Pilots from USAF Base demonstrate their skills as they practise ahead of the Royal

Who wants to live next to a Copter? Some people complain about the neighbours dogs. Some complain about loud radios, others about the neighbhours children

Westland S. 55 series 1 G-AOHE
Westland S.55 series 1 G-AOHE (msn WA.126) of Bristow Helicopters, on floats. First registered in 1956, AOHE was registered to the South Georgia Co. Ltd

Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH and Bell 47B-3 G-AKFN
Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH (msn WA15) at Gatwick. Built 1953 and delivered from Yeovil to Gatwick on 2 November 1954 for British European Airways

Eurocopter BK-117
Kawasaki License Built MBB BK117 in Japan

Bell 47B Helicopter

Bell 205 UH-1 Iroquois Huey
US Army Bell 205 UH-1 Iroquois Huey Helicopter Armed with Tow Missiles ( Tube-Launched, Optically-Tracked, Wire-Guided) Carried in Pods Either Side of the Fuselage Date: 1967

Bell 205 UH-1D Huey
Canadian Armed Force Bell 205 Cuh-1D Iroquois Huey Helicopter Date: 1960s

Boeing Vertol CH-47 Chinook
Dutch Airforce Boeing Vertol Ch-47 Chinooks flying in formation Date: 1990s

Sikorsky S-51
Bea Helicopters British European Airways Sikorsky S-51 with Gpo Postmen Unloading the Mail Bags after a Royal Air Mail Service from Peterborough to Yarmouth Date: 1948

Bell 47J
Bea Helicopters British European Airways Bell 47J Flying Date: 1950s

Aerospatiale SA-315 Alouette II / 2 Helicopter Date: 1960s

Bell XV-3 XH-33 Convertiplane
Bell Xv-3 Xh-33 Convertiplane Hovering During the First Test-Flight at the Bell Aircraft Corp Factory Date: 1955

Cordy Mobilopter Unusual Design by Harry Cordy Date: 1931

Filper Beta 200 Unusual Design Twin-Rotored Helicopter Date: 1966

Kellett XR-8
A Kellett Xr-8 Egg Shaped Synchropter Helicopter Unusual Design During a Test-Flight Also Known As the Egg-Beater Date: 1945

Sikorsky S-55, N405A, of New York Airways

Cockpit of Sikorsky S-55, OO-SHA, of Sabena

Sikorsky S-55, OO-SHA, of Sabena, over London (the Monument to the Great Fire of London is bottom right)

Sikorsky S-55

Gyrodyne XRON-1 Rotorcycle

Sikorsky HUS-1 Seahorse with Bullpup air-to-surface missile
Sikorsky HUS-1 Seahorse, 145762, carrying a Bullpup air-to-surface guided missile

Sikorsky S-59 or XH-39, 49-2890

Westland Whirlwind HARMk10 XJ429 of ?C? Flight of No. 22?
Westland Whirlwind HARMk10 XJ429 of ?C? Flight of No.22 Squadron, RAF Valley, lowers a winchman aboard Range Safety Launch 1657 of 1113 Marine Craft Unit, RAF Holyhead

Westland Whirlwind demonstrator G-APDY after conversion to a Series 3

Four Westland Whirlwind HARMk10s, including XP357 and XP358, during exercises with 38 Group Transport Command

Westland Whirlwind 7

American AH60 Helicopter Lands on HMS Illustrious
An American AH60 helicopter carries out a DLP (Deck Landing Practice) on the flight deck of Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious

American AH60 Helicopters Land on HMS Illustrious
Two American AH60 helicopters carry out DLPs (Deck Landing Practice) on the flight deck of Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious

Army Gazelle helicopters carrying trainee Forward Air Controllers (FACs) at RAF Spadeadam
Pictured are Army Gazelle helicopters carrying trainee Forward Air Controllers (FACs) at RAF Spadeadam, Cumbria. Joint Forward Air Control Training and Standards Unit (JFACTSU)

Sunset over Middle Wallop Airfield
Sunset over the airfield at the Army Air Corps Middle Wallop base in Hampshire

2010 RAF Photographic Competition Cat A - Mobile News Team, Headquarters Air Command
A Royal Air Force Chinook takes off during an exercise whilst practising dust landings. The Chinook helicopter is a highly capable

HMS Ocean conducting a VERTREP with RFA Fort Austin
HMS Ocean conducted a Vertical Replenishment at Sea (VERTREP) of stores with RFA Fort Austin, off the North West Coast of Scotland

MD Helicopters MD-500E R503
Rend?rseg - MD Helicopters MD-500E R503 (msn 0415E) (Rend?rseg - Hungarian Police) Date: circa 2005

NHI H-3 Kolibrie G-APRZ
Nederlandse Helicopter Industrie N.V. NHI H-3 Kolibrie G-APRZ, of European Helicopters Ltd. Date: 1960

Westland Wessex 60 G-ASWI
Westland Wessex 60 series 1 G-ASWI (msn WA199, ex G-17-1) of Bristow Helicopters, at Blackpool-Squire's Gate Airport in October 1974

Bell UH-1L
United States Navy (USN) - Bell UH-1L helicopters, at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base for storage and disposal. Date: circa 1990

Hiller UH-12E ZK-HCS (msn 2105), of Alexander Helicopters, at Taupo, NZ. on 21 February 1970. Date: 1970

Sud Aviation SA. 340 Gazelle F-BDFH
Sud Aviation SA.340 Gazelle F-BDFH (msn 001), the first prototype of the Gazelle family of helicopters, at the Paris Air Show held at Le Bourget in June 1967, with airshow serial 308'. Date: 1967

Kazan Helicopters Mi-17M SSSR-95448, at the SBAC Farnborough International Air Show in September 1992. (Note: Soviet Union registrations used the Cyrillic letters CCCP = SSSR = USSR = Union of Soviet)

Westland Wessex 60 G-ATSC (msn ), of Bristow Helicopters, at North Denes on 26 February 1968. Date: 1968

Sikorsky S-61N G-ASNM (msn 61221), of British European Airways Helicopters. At Shoreham Airport in September 1966 Date: 1966

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"Taking Flight: A Glimpse into the World of Helicopters" The Belvedere HC. 1, a majestic helicopter soaring through the skies with grace and power. Step back in time as we admire the Sikorsky S-55, N424A, once operated by Mohawk Airlines. Royal Navy helicopters captured in a breathtaking moment off Portland, showcasing their might and precision. Three Royal Navy helicopters standing tall alongside St Michaels Mount - a true display of strength and beauty. Witness the Westland Whirlwind helicopters in action, maneuvering effortlessly through challenging terrains. Marvel at the Sikorsky S-55, N875, proudly representing Chicago Helicopter Airways' commitment to excellence. The Westland Wessex HAR. 2 stands ready for any mission - an emblem of reliability and versatility. In perfect harmony, RAF Chinook & Puma fly side by side in close formation - a testament to teamwork and skill. Admire the sleek design of Whirlwind HAS 7 as it hovers above ground - capturing hearts with its elegance. Captured forever in Picture No 10900348 are memories etched on film - reminding us of these magnificent flying machines. EH Industries (later AgustaWestland) EH101 PP5 ZF649 leaves us wondering about its untold stories and adventures yet to come. The Hiller VZ-1E Pawnee takes flight like no other; its unique design sets it apart from traditional helicopters. From historic aircrafts like Belvedere HC. 1 to modern marvels such as EH Industries EH101 PP5 ZF649 – this captivating world showcases innovation that defies gravity.