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15 May 2026 · © Unknown

RAF CH-47 Chinook, ZH898

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Aircraft

CH-47 Chinook CH47

Royal Air Force standard tactical matte green

Airline

Royal Air Force

Manufacturer

Gear

NIKON CORPORATION NIKON D3300 AF-S DX VR Nikkor 55-300mm 4.5-5.6G ED

Achievements

Heli Hero, Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner, Military Maverick

4 badges earned

Photo grade

C

C

Score: 63.0

Fence dominates the foreground, blocking the view of the Chinook and reducing the subject's impact and clarity.

Location

Cornwall Airport Newquay

NQY/EGHQ

50.4406, -4.9954

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Cornwall Airport Newquay NQY

Insights

Aviation History

The CH-47 Chinook is a legendary heavy-lift tandem-rotor helicopter, first introduced in the early 1960s, and is one of the most recognizable and widely used military helicopters worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

Common for military helicopters, in service with over 20 countries. More than 1,200 built.

Record Flights

Known for its use in high-altitude rescues in Afghanistan and major logistical operations worldwide.

Safety & Events

Extensive involvement in nearly every major US/NATO military conflict since Vietnam; also widely used for disaster relief and humanitarian missions.

Future Outlook

Ongoing upgrades and in active service; expected to fly through the 2040s.

Specifications

Honeywell T55-GA-714A (twin turboshaft)

Engine

N/A (Rotor diameter: 18.29 m)

Wingspan

15.54 m

Length

741 km

Range

291 km/h

Speed

Up to 55 troops or 24,000 lb (10,886 kg) internal cargo

Capacity

22,680 kg

MTOW

5.68 m

Height

2 × 3,529 kW (4,733 shp) each

Thrust

Varies; not subject to ICAO civilian certification

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