The Chinook is one of the most iconic military helicopters in history. The CH-47 and MH-47 Chinooks might look like twins thanks to their shared frame, but they lead completely different lives. The CH ...

For the last two decades, the CH-47 Chinook has dominated the counterinsurgency environment. Maneuver commanders value the platform for its versatility — not only as a cargo platform, but also as an ...

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Compilation video of the U.S. Army's CH-47F Chinook, the world's fastest military transport helicopter (as of 2017) with a maximum speed of 315 km/hr (196 mph). The CH-47F is powered by two Lycoming ...

The fact that the CH-47 has been in operation for 60 years—and remains one of the Army’s most effective helicopters—speaks to its significance. With an unmistakable silhouette, the Boeing CH-47 ...