The Boeing CH-47 Chinook is an American twin-engined, tandem rotor, heavy-lift helicopter developed by American rotorcraft company Vertol and manufactured by Boeing Vertol (later renamed Boeing Helicopter and now named Boeing Rotorcraft Systems). The CH-47 is among the heaviest lifting Western helicopters. Its name, Chinook, is from the Native American Chinook people of Washington state.

The CH-47 Chinook is the most capable, efficient, and dynamic heavy lift helicopter in the industry today. The terms heavy lift helicopter and CH-47 Chinook go hand in hand. There is no doubt that the Chinook is widely recognized for its heavy lift helicopter capabilities. Among all heavy lift helicopters, the performance and availability of the CH-47 is unparalleled. Optimized to be the best in its class, the CH-47 has survived the test of time.

The dual rotor system boasts a combined maximum of 10,138 horsepower. With six blades, two engines, and five transmissions, the CH-47 can lift 26,000 pounds at sea level. For perspective, that means the chinook can lift up to 5 Ford F-150s all at once. The 26,000 pound capability of the chinook allows the aircraft to lift large HVAC units, utility poles, and large bundles of food, health care supplies, and water to those in need.

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