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Mil 8
Mil 8

The greatest Mil helicopter ever built was the Mi-8 Hip. The first Mi-8 flew in 1961, and the helicopter entered production in late 1965. Over 10,000 Mi-8s of many different variants were produced. The Mi-8 has two engines and a five-blade main rotor. Its cabin has a rear door that drops down to allow people or equipment to be unloaded. Mil-8 Pics

Bell 412
Bell 412

The Bell 412 is an utility helicopter manufactured by Bell Helicopter Textron. It is a further development of the Bell 212 model, the major difference being the composite four-blade main rotor.The 412 is in widespread use for a number of utility roles, including EMS and oil rig support, its twin engine configuration being an asset, particularly in the latter role. Bell 412 & 212 Pics

Bell 212
Bell 212

The Bell 212 helicopter is extremely versatile in mission profile and operational parameters. It can be flown from a hover up to speeds of 120 knots. Standard configuration allows for mission equipment plus equipment operators and one or two pilots. Bell 412 & 212 Pics

Squirrel AS350 B3
Squirrel As350 B3

The single engine AS 350 Ecureuil is renowned for its high performance, its safety and its reduced operating costs. The AS 350B3 is "the high performance" version of the single engine Ecureuil range.Powered by a Turbomeca Arriel 2B turbine engine it is equipped with the FADEC system (Full Authority Digital Engine Control). It is totally suited for operations in conditions such as mountainous areas or hot countries or for very demanding missions, performance wise. Squirrel-Euro Pics

Bell 206 L

 

 Bell 206L

The Bell 206L (LongRanger) introduced a more powerful engine and NodaMatic transmission suspension system for greater passenger comfort. The LongRanger has found favour not only as a corporate transport, but with police and medical services worldwide, its extra cabin size providing a very useful increase in utility. More than 1600 LongRangers have been delivered including a small number for military customers. Bell 206 Pics