Helicopter in DC plane crash was flying twice as high as it should have, lacked new tech as FAA nixes all chopper traffic near collision site
The military helicopter that collided with an American Airlines flight over Washington, DC, was flying nearly twice as high ...
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This Speed Demon Gunship Helicopter Can Reach 265 MPH
A gunship helicopter is a helicopter that is heavily armed with weapons. They may contain machine guns or cannons, and help ...
How Many Boeing 707s/720s Were Sold To Commercial Airlines?
According to Boeing, over its production run, it sold 1,010 Boeing 707s and 154 Boeing 720s to commercial airlines worldwide, ...
Big Changes Are Coming To The U.S. Military's Fleet In 2025
The United States military is undergoing some serious changes in 2025, but the adjustments might not be what you think.
Midair collision draws attention to military helicopter training and previous accidents
The training of U.S. military helicopter pilots is getting heightened attention following the mid-air collision between an ...
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Modern Cockpits Rest On Pioneers’ Shoulders, Part 2
The second officer, navigator on the Constellation, although the youngest and relatively new with the company, was a ...
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Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter was on a 'proficiency training flight'
The Army describes the UH-60 Black Hawk as a "utility tactical transport helicopter" that has improved military mobility of the Army because of improvements in troop capacity and cargo capability.
Senator questions military helicopter flights near civilian airplanes in DC
The top Democrat on the Senate Commerce Committee said Thursday the United States needs to reconsider the significant ...
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Retired pilot describes helicopters at Reagan National as crossing a freeway on a bicycle
At the same time, air traffic control checked in with a military helicopter ... runways that were not designed for modern times. While that is happening, helicopters are crisscrossing the airspace.