The Boeing CH-47 Chinook is a tandem-rotor helicopter originally developed by American rotorcraft company Vertol and now manufactured by Boeing Defense, Space & Security. The Chinook is a heavy-lift helicopter that is among the heaviest lifting Western helicopters.

Mar 18, 2011 · Boeing’s H-47 Chinook Block II is powered by cutting-edge technologies - redesigned fuel tanks, a strengthened fuselage, and an improved drivetrain, all of which enable soldiers to meet today’s heavy-lift mission requirements.

The Boeing CH-47 Chinook is a multi-role, heavy-lift helicopter renowned for its robust performance and versatility in a wide range of military operations. Originally introduced in the 1960s, the Chinook has undergone several upgrades and remains a critical asset for armed forces worldwide.

Mar 21, 2024 · Boeing is upgrading the CH-47 Chinook to a more advanced Block II aircraft with increased performance and capabilities. Over 20 countries operate the Chinook across the globe, including China, Iran, and Libya.

Nov 15, 2023 · When considering the history of American military helicopters, arguably no other aircraft has had the longevity of Boeing's CH-47 Chinook. Iconic for its distinctive long-body design, the...

The CH-47D Chinook is the U.S. Army’s primary heavy troop and supply transport aircraft. Originally fielded in the Vietnam War, the CH-47 has undergone a series up upgrades to increase...

Supports a full spectrum of operations including disaster relief, homeland defense and security, and current overseas contingency operations with a Future Force system design. DESCRIPTION. The CH-47F is the Army's only heavy-lift cargo helicopter supporting critical combat and non-combat operations.

Jan 1, 2020 · The CH-47 Chinook is a heavy-lift helicopter produced by Boeing and named for the Chinook tribe of Native Americans. Since its inception, the CH-47 aircraft has served in nearly every major theater of conflict and participated in humanitarian aid missions in Africa and Haiti amongst others.

6 days ago · For over 60 years, the CH-47 Chinook’s twin-rotor design has made it a vital heavy-lift helicopter in military and disaster operations. Share For over 60 years, the CH-47 Chinook has been the ...

The Boeing CH-47 Chinook is an American twin-engine, tandem rotor heavy-lift helicopter. Its primary roles are troop movement, artillery placement and battlefield resupply. It has a wide loading ramp at the rear of the fuselage and three external-cargo hooks.