United States Military Helicopters

Author : E.R. Johnson,Ted Williams
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 495 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2021-11-29
Category : History
ISBN : 9781476643427

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American Military Helicopters and Vertical/Short Landing and Takeoff Aircraft Since 1941 by E.R. Johnson,Ted Williams Pdf

Over the past eight decades, developments in vertical lift aircraft--both helicopters and vertical/short takeoff and landing (V/STOL) planes--have given the American military unparalleled capabilities on the modern battlefield. The U.S. has led the world in vertical lift technologies with the help of some of the brightest minds in this field--Igor I. Sikorsky, Arthur M. Young, Frank N. Piasecki, Charles H. Kaman and Stanley Hiller, Jr., to name a few--and by having the industrial prowess to make their concepts reality. This book provides a concise historical survey, including technical specifications, drawings, and photographs of every type of helicopter and V/STOL aircraft developed for the U.S. military, from the earliest examples tested in 1941 and 1942, up to the newest prototypes.

Author : Frances M. Lussier
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Military helicopters
ISBN : 9780788127564

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An Analysis of U.S. Army Helicopter Programs by Frances M. Lussier Pdf

Examines four alternatives for modernizing the Army's helicopters and compares the costs and benefits of each alternative with the Army's plan for its helicopter fleet. Alternatives include: retain a smaller Comanche program, buy improved Kiowa warriors, and extend the life of the Hueys; continue to buy helicopters currently in production; buy improved Kiowa Warriors and new utility helicopters; and retain and modernize helicopters in the Army's inventory. Appendix includes the Aviation Force Structure. 50 charts and tables.

Author : Norman Polmar,Floyd D. Kennedy
Publisher : US Naval Institute Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015006057114

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Military Helicopters of the World by Norman Polmar,Floyd D. Kennedy Pdf

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Author : Michael Green
Publisher : Pen and Sword
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-10-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781473894860

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United States Military Helicopters by Michael Green Pdf

The helicopter came on the scene too late to play other than a minor role in the Second World War but by the Korean conflict the Bell H-13 Sioux, OH-23 Raven, and Sikorsky H–19 Chickasaw were in service.It was in Vietnam that the US military helicopters really came into their own and the best known were the Bell UH-1 Iriquois (known as the Huey), the Boeing CH-47 Chinook, and the massive CH-37 Mojave. The USAF combat search and rescue Jolly Green Giant was indispensable.Attack helicopters have evolved from the early Huey Cobra or Snake and the Boeing AH-64 Apache in the late 80s to when the Sikorsky UH-60 series became the military general purpose chopper.All these formidable aircraft and many more are covered in detail in this superbly illustrated and comprehensive book.

Author : Mark Dartford
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0822547074

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Helicopters by Mark Dartford Pdf

Describes various models of helicopters used for military purposes, from the Sikorsky to the A160 Hummingbird.

Author : Mark J. Harasymiw
Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781433984709

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Military Helicopters by Mark J. Harasymiw Pdf

During the Vietnam War, helicopters proved their worth to the US military. With brave crews aboard, they hovered low in the skies to rescue pilots and soldiers who were frighteningly close to enemy forces. How fascinating to think that the first helicopters couldn't even stay upright! In this book, readers will discover what it was like for the inventors of the helicopter, while also learning how this huge machine became the military necessity it is today. Exciting content, along with full-color photographs of daring rescues and high-tech equipment, will inspire readers to look to the skies. Detailed sidebars and fact boxes will keep readers engaged from cover to cover.

Author : Jay Schleifer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1560653051

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Combat Helicopters by Jay Schleifer Pdf

Presents a history of military helicopters with descriptions of some notable models from the U. S. Air Force.

Author : Ryan Nagelhout
Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781482421231

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Military Helicopters by Ryan Nagelhout Pdf

Helicopters are special machines that can hover in place and do many different tasks that most planes can’t handle. The military uses many different kinds of helicopters all over the world, and this book will dive into what makes these mighty vehicles so special. From early helicopters to the state-of-the-art machines that power the military today, readers will explore the machines that make a difference in the various branches of the United States military.

Author : Jerry Scutts
Publisher : Bantam Books
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1989-09
Category : Photography
ISBN : 0792450140

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Combat Helicopters by Jerry Scutts Pdf

Flying gunships of the United States are one of the most potent weapons of conventional warfare. Their history and development are described in detail.

Author : Karen E. Bledsoe,Glen Bledsoe,Taylor Baldwin Kiland
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2015-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780766069121

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Military Helicopters by Karen E. Bledsoe,Glen Bledsoe,Taylor Baldwin Kiland Pdf

The military uses helicopters for many reasons. Each chopper is designed for its specific purpose: transporting goods and troops, sending rockets and missiles at the enemy, or some combination thereof. Learn about the different kinds of military helicopters from the men and women who use them every day.

Author : C. J. Norman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0531100901

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Military Helicopters by C. J. Norman Pdf

Examines how helicopters are used in modern warfare to carry troops and supplies, serve as reconnaissance and fighter craft, hunt and destroy submarines, and attack enemy ships.

Author : United States. General Accounting Office
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Attack helicopters
ISBN : STANFORD:36105127386808

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Status of Advanced Attack Helicopter Program by United States. General Accounting Office Pdf

Author : Francis Crosby
Publisher : Southwater
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2015-10-31
Category : Helicopters
ISBN : 1780193718

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An Illustrated A-Z Directory of Military Helicopters by Francis Crosby Pdf

Featuring over 80 helicopters shown in more than 300 historical and modern photographs. It includes all the famous manufacturers such as Bristol, Saunders-Roe and Westland from the UK; Bell, Boeing-Vertol, Hiller, Hughes, Kaman, Piasecki, Robinson and Sikorsky from the USA; and Kamov and Mil from Russia. Specification panels provide information detailing each helicopter's name, country of origin, date first flown, power, armament, size, weight and performance. It includes rare images from archives, museums and private collections. The military helicopter is a vital element of the fighting capability of any modern army, with its ability to evacuate and replace wounded troops, and to maintain food, ammunition and other supplies. This expertly written volume covers over 80 production military helicopters in detail. The origins, development and operation of each type are clearly described, and a specification panel gives key performance and dimensional data. Illustrated with over 300 evocative photographs from museums, libraries and private collections showing military helicopters both on the battlefield and in service, the book is an essential A-Z reference for all aviation enthusiasts.

Author : Kay Jackson
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2009-01-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1435827481

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Military Helicopters in Action by Kay Jackson Pdf

Introduces military helicopters, including their different parts, how they are used, and their importance in the United States military.

Author : Hugh W. Cowin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Helicopters
ISBN : STANFORD:36105081604378

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Military Helicopters by Hugh W. Cowin Pdf