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Hughes 300 EI-AOU
Hughes 300 EI-AOU of Trans World Helicopters at London Heathrow Airport. Date: circa 1968
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1968 Airport Heathrow Helicopters Hughes Trans
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This evocative photograph captures the Hughes 300 helicopter, registration EI-AOU, of Trans World Helicopters, at London Heathrow Airport in circa 1968. The Hughes 300, also known as the Model 300C, was a twin-engine, multi-purpose helicopter, renowned for its versatility and reliability. It was manufactured by the Hughes Helicopters division of the Hughes Aircraft Company in the United States. The image showcases the helicopter's distinctive features, including its twin-boom design, large fenestron tail rotor, and the prominent Hughes logo on the fuselage. The helicopter's twin engines can be seen at the rear, with the main rotor blades in the foreground. The helicopter is parked on the tarmac, with the iconic Heathrow Airport terminal buildings in the background, adding to the sense of bustling aviation activity. At the time, helicopters like the Hughes 300 were gaining popularity for their ability to provide efficient and flexible transportation solutions, especially in the fields of search and rescue, medical evacuation, and executive transport. The helicopter's ability to take off and land vertically, combined with its relatively high cruising speed, made it an attractive alternative to fixed-wing aircraft for short-haul flights. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the Hughes 300 EI-AOU of Trans World Helicopters as it goes about its business at London Heathrow Airport in the late 1960s. It is a testament to the evolution of aeronautical transportation and the enduring appeal of helicopters as versatile and essential tools for various industries and applications.
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