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Piasecki H-21C CH-21C Shawnee Model 43
Us Amry Piasecki H-21C Ch-21C Shawnee Model 43 Flying Date: 1957
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1957 Boeing H 21 Helicopter Piasecki Rotor Shawnee Tandem Tandem Helicopter Tandem Rotor Vertol
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This photograph showcases a Piasecki H-21C CH-21C Shawnee Model 43 helicopter in flight during the 1950s. The image, taken by an unidentified photographer, captures the essence of a bygone era in military aviation history. The Shawnee, a tandem rotor helicopter produced by Piasecki Helicopter Corporation in collaboration with Boeing and Vertol, was first introduced to the United States Army in 1956. The Model 43, specifically, was a utility variant that could carry up to 14 troops or 2,500 pounds of cargo. The Piasecki H-21C CH-21C Shawnee was a workhorse of the US Army, providing essential support during various military operations. Its tandem rotor design, which featured two counter-rotating rotors, allowed for increased stability and greater lift capacity. The helicopter's versatility made it an invaluable asset, as it could be used for troop transport, cargo lift, medical evacuation, and even search and rescue missions. This photograph, taken in 1957, showcases the Shawnee in its element, soaring through the sky with grace and power. The image is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the engineers and pilots who brought these remarkable machines to life. As we look at this photograph, we are transported back in time, to an era when the possibilities of helicopter technology seemed limitless.
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