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They say a good landing is one you can walk away from, and a great landing is one where the helicopter can be reused. But let's be honest, the spectators have their own criteria: Was it smooth? Did it bounce? Did it look like an epic action movie or a blooper reel?
Remember, “The difference between try and triumph is just a little umph!” — Marvin Phillips.
Sometimes that "umph" is skill, and sometimes it’s the sound of a collective gasp from the ground crew. 😅
To all the pilots out there—keep giving us those moments to judge (and cheer for)! And next time someone critiques your landing, just remind them you’re defying gravity while they’re defying lunch portions. 😅
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Some Fun Facts about Helicopters this Friday
Helicopters have a fascinating history, from ancient toys to record-breaking achievements. Did you know that simple spinning toys made from bamboo, known as "bamboo-copters," were used in China as far back as 400 BC? These toys are considered early precursors to modern helicopters.
The term "helicopter" was coined in 1863 by French writer Ponton d’Amécourt. Derived from Greek words meaning "spiral" and "wing," it highlights the unique mechanics of vertical flight.
In 1907, Paul Cornu, a French engineer, created the first piloted helicopter. While it briefly lifted off the ground, it wasn’t stable enough for practical use.
Helicopter aviation has also seen some incredible milestones. In 1982, Dick Smith became the first person to fly solo around the world in a helicopter. Then, on May 14, 2005, Didier Delsalle achieved the extraordinary by landing a helicopter, the Eurocopter AS350 B3, on the summit of Mount Everest!
From ancient toys to groundbreaking flights, helicopters have certainly come a long way. Share these fun facts to spark curiosity about aviation history!
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“The helicopter approaches closer than any other (vehicle) to fulfilment of mankind's ancient dream of the flying horse and the magic carpet.”
~Igor Sikorsky
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Our ROCKET HEMS formation, comprised of two Bell 230s and a single Bell 222, flew into the South African Air Force (SAAF) Museum Airshow at Swartkops this morning.
This annual airshow serves as the primary fundraising event for the Museum and this year’s theme is “A Flight Through Time: Legends of The Skies”
“Aviation enthusiasts are to brace themselves for an extraordinary presentation of the 13th SAAF Museum Air Show, with this year promising to be a thrilling exploration of aviation history.” – SAAF
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