by Admin | Sep 3, 2023 | 12SQN, Series 3 RAAF Aircraft
The Chinook is one of the most iconic aircraft ever produced, yet even now it remains a valuable asset on the field. In this video we look at the history of the Chinook, from it’s first prototype to the latest proposed upgrade.
by Admin | Apr 30, 2023 | 12SQN
By Bob Medwell [Main image: The Crew of A15-010 at Wyndham for engine trials and Exercise support] The Boeing CH-47 Chinook, a tandem rotor helicopter, has served as a versatile transport platform for various military forces around the world. While it is a workhorse...
by Admin | Apr 27, 2023 | 12SQN, Interviews
by Admin | Apr 5, 2023 | 12SQN, Interviews, Series 3 RAAF Aircraft
Special Thanks to Army Flying Museum at Oakey Note: In part 2, regards the Caribou life out of Telefomin in PNG – the Chinook was captained by SQNLD Ted Bach and co-pilot was Darryl Willcocks. They lifted to Wewak with 2 fuel stops en-route to MAUW with a max...
by Admin | Mar 25, 2023 | 12SQN
By Dean Watson On the 7th September 1981, Chinook A15-008 crewed by FltLt Tib Kovaks and PltOff Dean Watson lifted a Brisbane tram off a flatbed trailer and released it just offshore from Tangalooma in Moreton Bay. It was to join some 25 other vessels there and become...
by Admin | Mar 13, 2023 | 12SQN, Interviews
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