This episode from The History Channel series explores the development of helicopters as versatile attack aircraft, following the helicopter from its test runs in the 1950s, through its widespread use during the Vietnam war, to the craft's successes in the Gulf War. Highlights include archival combat footage, commentary by combat pilots, and on-board flight footage of helicopter weapons systems being tested. Finally, Army officials discuss the setbacks and breakthroughs that led to the refinement of modern military choppers. ...
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This episode from The History Channel series explores the development of helicopters as versatile attack aircraft, following the helicopter from its test runs in the 1950s, through its widespread use during the Vietnam war, to the craft's successes in the Gulf War. Highlights include archival combat footage, commentary by combat pilots, and on-board flight footage of helicopter weapons systems being tested. Finally, Army officials discuss the setbacks and breakthroughs that led to the refinement of modern military choppers. The show concludes with speculation as to how helicopters may change in the future. Steve Blackburn, Rovi
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