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Mil V-12: The Story Of The Largest Helicopter Ever Built

A look back at the world's largest helicopter.

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The 6 Amazing Aircraft Owned By Harrison Ford

While Harrison Ford has had quite a few incidents, he remains an active flyer to this day.

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Britain's Prince Harry To Become A Living Legend Of Aviation

On Friday, Prince Harry will be become a Living Legend Of Aviation.

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eVTOL Conundrum: Helicopter Airlines Haven't Been Successful - What's Different Now?

History shows a failed business model, but electric rotorcraft may just have an ace up their sleeve.

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Advanced Attack Helicopter: 5 Things You Didn't Know About The Boeing AH-64 Apache

Since 1987, the Apache has played an integral role in conflicts around the world.

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Pilot Lauren Sanchez To Become Living Legend Of Aviation 2024

Lauren Sanchez flies on her own rotors to win a national award for overcoming dyslexia to make her own contributions to aviation.

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Watch: Buffalo Airways Stranded Canadair CL-215 'Duck' Rescued By Chinook

The aircraft was 'rescued' months after a rock punctured its underbelly while performing aerial firefighting operations in the Canadian north.

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Bizarre Heliplane: A Look At The Fairey Rotodyne

A look at the dramatic rise and fall of the first compound helicopter airliner.

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Airbus' Helicopter Division: What You Need To Know

Airbus' helicopter division manufactures civilian and military helicopters.

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The Boeing AH-64 Apache: Everything You Need To Know

A detailed look at the AH-64 combat helicopter and its use as a precision instrument of war.

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Need A New Office Space? Check Out This Former Police Helicopter

The shell of the helicopter was originally set to be scrapped.

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5 Reasons Why The Boeing CH-47 'Chinook' Helicopter Is Still Going Strong After Six Decades

And why the program will likely be around to see at least an entire century.

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US Coast Guard Pilots Are Latest To Face Laser Problem In Boston

The incident happened hours after lasers illuminated two other flights.

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How Do Helicopters Regulate Their Speed In The Air?

Helicopter pilots accelerate and decelerate by maintaining a fine balance between what are known as cyclic and collective control inputs.

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How On Earth Do Helicopters Fly?

Helicopters work by generating lift that overcomes its weight and sweeps it into the air.

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The Historical Role Of Autogyro Aircraft In Australian Aviation

From the air force to farmers, the aircraft played an important role in the past and continues to be a popular “motorbike in the sky"

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100 Years Of Gyroplane Flight: Is There A Future For The Aircraft?

Gyroplanes may soon be seen in the skies above major cities, operating as air taxis.

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The Life & Times Of US Aviation Pioneer Harold Frederick Pitcairn

The innovator created several aircraft types and founded key companies that shaped the history of aviation in the US.

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45 Years Ago Today The Huge Mil Mi-26 Helicopter Made Its First Flight

The Mi-26 is a Soviet helicopter that is being used today by the Russian army.

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