Chinook_Landing_MOD_45160797.jpg
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Description Chinook Landing MOD 45160797.jpg |
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A Chinook HC4 helcopter from RAF Odiham lands at RAF Shawbury for a re fuel on route to its home station.
The Chinook is an able and versatile support helicopter that can be armed with crew served weapons to provide self-defence, and can be operated from land or ship in such diverse environments as the Arctic, jungle and desert. Chinook aircraft are used for trooping, resupply, and battlefield Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC), and for carrying internal and/or underslung loads. They can carry up to 55 troops (more, usually 24 to 40) and/or up to 10 tonnes of freight. A secondary role includes Search and Rescue (SAR).
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Author | Ian Forshaw |
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