Mil Mil Mi-8

06 Apr 2026 · © Siliconserver

A Mil Mi-8 helicopter displayed on the STR visitors terrace, representing one of aviation history's most prolific helicopters.

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Judge Dredd · 06 Apr 2026

Great photo 📸

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Aircraft

Mil Mi-8 MI8

Unmarked/Exhibition, faded blue and white

Manufacturer

Mil

Gear

iPhone 16 Pro

Achievements

Heli Hero, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager

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Location

Stuttgart Airport

STR/EDDS

48.6899, 9.2220

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Stuttgart Airport STR

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Aviation History

One of the most-produced helicopters in the world since first flight in the 1960s, widely used by both military and civilian operators globally.

Fleet Rarity

Very common — over 7,000 produced.

Record Flights

Has been used in a variety of roles: Arctic operations, heavy-lift, medevac, VIP transport, mountain rescue.

Safety & Events

Has been involved in numerous notable incidents due to its wide usage, including military operations and civilian missions worldwide.

Future Outlook

Retired — on display, possibly at a museum or as an outdoor exhibition.

Specifications

2 × Klimov TV2-117 turboshaft

Engine

N/A (rotor diameter: 21.29 m)

Wingspan

18.17 m

Length

495 km

Range

210 km/h

Speed

24 passengers or 4,000 kg cargo

Capacity

12,000 kg

MTOW

5.65 m

Height

1,700 shp (1,270 kW) each

Thrust

No ICAO noise standard; typical helicopter operations noise

Noise