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obituary3 months ago

Sikorsky Family Patriarch Sergei I. Sikorsky Passes Away at 100

Sergei I. Sikorsky, son of helicopter pioneer Igor Sikorsky and a key figure in the aviation industry, passed away at age 100. He served in WWII, had a 41-year career at Sikorsky where he contributed significantly to the company's growth and helicopter development, and remained active in promoting his family's legacy. The Sikorsky Flight Center was named in his honor, reflecting his lasting impact on aviation and helicopter technology.

via Lockheed Martin|
#aviation#helicopters#legacy
science1 year ago

Why Helicopters Can't Hover and Let the Earth Rotate

Some people are puzzled why helicopters don't just hover and let the Earth rotate beneath them to reach destinations. This misconception overlooks basic physics principles like inertia, which keeps objects moving with the Earth. The atmosphere also moves with the Earth, preventing such a method from working. Flight times are influenced by jet streams and Earth's rotation, but hovering to travel isn't feasible.

via IFLScience|
#earth-rotation#flight-mechanics#helicopters
international-relations2 years ago

"Ukraine Receives Helicopter Support to Counter Russia's Black Sea Fleet"

Germany will donate six Sea King Mk41 helicopters to Ukraine, bolstering Kyiv's assets in the Black Sea against Russia's naval fleet. The helicopters are expected to arrive in the next six months and will enhance Ukraine's airborne and naval aviation capabilities in the key battleground of the Black Sea. Germany also plans to supplement Ukraine's air defenses with more military aid, including IRIT-T systems and Gepard anti-aircraft guns, as part of the €6 billion ($6.5 billion) committed to Kyiv since February 2022.

via Newsweek|
#black-sea-fleet#germany#helicopters
international-relations2 years ago

Germany Sends Ukraine Anti-Submarine Helicopters for Defense Boost

Germany will send six "Sea King" helicopters to Ukraine from its military inventory, with deliveries expected to begin in the second quarter of this year. The helicopters are intended to support Ukraine in tasks such as surveillance of the Black Sea and troop transportation. This move comes as part of a broader effort by over 50 states and organizations to bolster Ukraine's frontline capabilities, with air defense being a top priority.

via Reuters|
#air-defence#germany#helicopters
defense2 years ago

"Australia's Rejection of Ukraine's Request for MRH-90 Taipan Helicopters Explained"

Australia's decision to dismantle and bury its grounded Taipan helicopters, instead of sending them to Ukraine, has sparked criticism and prompted calls for transparency. The Defense Department defended its decision, citing safety and operational concerns, as well as the high cost of maintaining the helicopters. While some legislators support sending the helicopters to Ukraine to aid in medical evacuation, others are concerned about Australia's own asset shortage for emergency response.

via Breaking Defense|
#australia#defense#defense-procurement
international-conflict2 years ago

Russian Helicopters Ravaged by ATACMS Bomblets and Air Strikes in Eastern Ukraine

New photographs indicate that United States-provided cluster variants of ATACMS missiles may have damaged over three dozen Russian helicopters in recent strikes on a Russian military base in eastern Ukraine. The strikes, which destroyed nine helicopters and other military assets, were the first known use of ATACMS missiles on Russian assets in Ukraine. The impact of the strikes could force Russia to disperse its military assets and undermine its air defense capabilities, potentially changing the dynamics of the conflict.

via Newsweek|
#atacms-missiles#helicopters#international-conflict
conflict2 years ago

Russian Attack on Ukraine: Destruction and Devastation Unleashed

Oryx reports that Ukraine's October 17 attack on airfields in Russian-occupied Berdyansk and Luhansk resulted in the destruction of seven Ka-52 and two Mi-8 helicopters, with another 15 helicopters possibly beyond repair. The Ukrainian military used ATACMS missiles, recently provided by the U.S., to strike the airfields, causing damage to Russian equipment and facilities.

via Meduza|
#attack#conflict#helicopters
military2 years ago

Ukraine's US Missiles Decimate Russian Helicopters in Single Operation

Ukraine's first-ever strike with American-supplied M39 missiles likely resulted in the destruction of 21 Russian helicopters, according to analysis of satellite imagery. The attack targeted helicopter bases in Russian-occupied southern and eastern Ukraine, with three M39 missiles striking airfields outside Berdyansk and Luhansk Oblast. The damage inflicted on the Russian air force is considered the biggest blow since the beginning of the war. The M39 missile, with its submunition warhead containing 950 bomblets, is designed to strike large installations like airfields, making it highly effective against helicopters and other equipment.

via Forbes|
#airfield-attack#helicopters#m39-missiles
space2 years ago

"Exploring Mars: Helicopters Uncover Hidden Magnetism and Achieve Milestones in Flight"

NASA's Ingenuity helicopter, which has exceeded its initial mission on Mars, has inspired scientists to plan two more mini helicopters for future missions. To enhance the capabilities of these space helicopters, a new study proposes adding a magnetometer instrument to gather unique data about magnetic fields on the crusts of celestial bodies. Mars, lacking its own magnetic field, has scattered patches of magnetized crust that could shed light on the planet's evolution. Helicopters flying at low altitudes on Mars could fill in data gaps and capture small-scale magnetic fields that cannot be gleaned from orbit. Similar efforts on Earth have revealed magnetic anomalies alongside tectonic plate boundaries.

via Space.com|
#helicopters#magnetism#mars
international-relations2 years ago

Ukraine's Defense Boost: Czechia Provides Helicopters, US Sends Long-Range Weapons

The Czech Republic will provide Ukraine with helicopters, ammunition, and pilot training, including on F-16 fighter jets. The Czech Prime Minister confirmed the donation of helicopters and the transfer of 100,000 rounds of ammunition. The Czech Republic has been actively assisting Ukraine in various areas and is one of the largest suppliers of military equipment and ammunition. They are also working on joint production projects with Ukrainian defense companies. The Czech Prime Minister emphasized that supporting Ukraine is a priority and pledged continued support for Ukraine's security and post-war reconstruction.

via Ukrinform|
#czech-republic#helicopters#international-relations
international-relations2 years ago

Latvia sends helicopter fleet to Ukraine, Belgium investigates weapon use in Russia.

Latvia's Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš announced at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in London that his country has provided Ukraine with military aid amounting to over 1% of its GDP, including all available Stinger MANPADS and a fleet of helicopters. Latvia continues to train Ukrainian soldiers and provide ammunition and drones. Kariņš emphasized the need to increase support for Ukraine and fully integrate it into the EU and NATO, while holding the Russian leadership accountable for all crimes committed.

via Ukrinform|
#helicopters#international-relations#latvia