Boeing CH-47 Chinook

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A Boeing CH-47 Chinook military transport helicopter on static display, famous for its dual-rotor design and legendary heavy-lift capabilities.

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CH-47 Chinook CH47

Olive drab/military standard scheme

Manufacturer

Boeing

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Bronze

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Chinook is clear and centered, but busy apron and people in frame reduce impact. Cool profile view!

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Aviation History

One of the most iconic and widely used tandem-rotor military helicopters globally, in service since the early 1960s, used by many nations primarily for transport and heavy lifting.

Fleet Rarity

Common in military use; not rare, over 1,200 CH-47s built.

Record Flights

Operations in Afghanistan, Vietnam, Iraq; notable rescue and support missions in disaster relief.

Safety & Events

Numerous operational incidents in combat and peacekeeping roles, but generally known for high reliability and versatility.

Future Outlook

Still in active production and service in many armed forces.

Specifications

Lycoming T55-GA-714A turboshaft (typical variant, may vary by submodel)

Engine

Rotor diameter: 18.29 m (each)

Wingspan

15.46 m

Length

741 km

Range

291 km/h

Speed

33-55 troops or 10,886 kg cargo

Capacity

22,680 kg

MTOW

5.68 m

Height

2 × 4,733 shp (3,529 kW) each (typical, not thrust in lbs, as it’s a helicopter)

Thrust