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The MH-47G Chinook Special Operations version is a variant specifically developed for the US Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOC) that needs this twin-rotor design for special missions. Created to be a robust and reliable helicopter that is customizable for any client with specific needs in mind.
MH-47G Chinook Special Operations helicopter
It was built by Boeing, the aerospace company that produces the AH-64 Apache; their MH-47G is designated G for the upgrades it received from its manufacturer. Its primary user, the (USASOC) got its first G- a variant in September 2014, reported Airforce Technology.
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(Photo : U.S. Department of Defense Current Photos/wikipedia) U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment conduct air movement training in preparation for their upcoming deployment at the Joint Multinational Training Command s Grafenwoehr Training Area, Bavaria, Germany, Aug. 13, 2013.
The UH-60 Black Hawk is the multi-use helicopter of the U.S. Army. It is has been used for many years and will be replaced soon. It has been carrying U.S. troops into warzones and served in several wars. One of the best-built helicopters to service several militaries.
Black Hawk
Made to carry medium to heavy equipment on the battlefield for the army, it is equipped with better than one twin-engine. It has a 4-bladed rotor and a single 4-bladed tail rotor on its chassis. It can also carry three crew members, one pilot, co-pilot, and crew chief aboard.