Boeing CH-47 Chinook
Rotorcraft
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The Boeing CH-47 Chinook has served as the United States military's principal transport helicopter since 1961, operating from a robust twin-rotor design. Twin engines power this aircraft across its 30.1-meter length, enabling speeds near 315 km/h and providing exceptional cargo and troop transport capabilities.
Specifications
- Role
- Transport helicopter
- Origin
- United States
- Crew
- 3
- Engines
- 2
- First flight
- 1961
- Length
- 30.1 m
- Max speed
- 315 km/h