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A Life Flight Network Bell 407 spooling up to depart Seattle Children's Hospital after dropping off a patient. Heading back to their base in Northwestern Oregon.

D.j. Sonsteng
9

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Spokane County Sheriff's Office "Air-1" (Bell 505) departs Renton Municipal Airport after spending the week partnering with the King County Sheriff's Office Air Support Unit, providing aerial security and public safety support during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the Seattle region.

D.j. Sonsteng
9

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AS365 Dauphin at Battersea Heliport London on 04-07-26.

Paul Gingell
12

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NC mountains and a Bell 407

Jennifer Nisavic
11

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Early bird catches the worm on Wanaka Airport

Alysha Maynard
12

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Optical illusion of Airbus Aircraft on Maintenance

Alysha Maynard
12

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A CH-47F Chinook military transport helicopter from the Defense Helicopter Command of the Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force is training sling load operations at a low flying area.

Kris Christiaens
18

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A NHIndustries NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopter of the German Army is performing a demonstration with flares at the Antidotum airshow in Leszno, Poland.

Kris Christiaens
37

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MD 530 F getting ready for a maiden voyage

Taiton Benham
33

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Merlin over London stadium.

Darren Crocker
36

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GAMSTAT Valence chabeuil france Groupement aéromobilité de la section technique de l’armée de Terre hélicoptère de combat SA 342M Gazelle GBF 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8

Guy Callet
48

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GAMSTAT Valence chabeuil Groupement aéromobilité de la section technique de l’armée de Terre hélicoptère de combat SA 342M Gazelle GBF 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8

Guy Callet
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lieux GAMSTAT Valence chabeuil france Groupement aéromobilité de la section technique de l’armée de Terre sur le tarmac hélicoptère de transport tactique et logistique AS332M1 n° 2267: CGC ! plus qu a embarquer 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport

Guy Callet
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lieux GAMSTAT Valence chabeuil france Groupement aéromobilité de la section technique de l’armée de Terre sur le tarmac hélicoptère de transport tactique et logistique AS332M1 n° 2267: CGC ! plus qu a embarquer 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport

Guy Callet
70

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US Coast Guard awaiting US Presidents arrival West Palm Beach, Florida, USA.

Ryan Papenfus
45

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San Diego Fire-Rescue Copter 3 on a drop during the Sorrento fire on June 8th, 2026. Copter 3 made numerous drops along with 2 other copters and fixed wing aircraft.

Ryan Grothe
40

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Coulson C-130 Dropping Retardent in Bogee, NSW back in January at the S44 Fire. Pictured with Mudgee HQ Cat 6. 1 of many retardant drops this C-130 had done that day.

Ethan Hamilton
45

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The German Army Aviation NH90 Display Team delivered an impressive display at the Antidotum Airshow in Poland, featuring a spectacular full-flare deployment.

Ron Kellenaers
125

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intervention à Roanne à OH 30 En phase de sécurité cp1 décollage de hélisurface de Roanne (France) hélicoptère du Samu 42 : hélicoptère Leonardo AW109 F-HLCN - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 😉 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport temps exp 1/20 - AV f/2,8 - focale 123 mm - Iso 12800 - compensation + 2 étape

Guy Callet
129

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Helisa 42 pose sur la dz de la clinique du Renaison hélicoptère Leonardo AW109 F-HLCN - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 😉 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport

Guy Callet
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Helisa 42 pose sur la dz de la clinique du Renaison ( France ) hélicoptère Leonardo AW109 F-HLCN - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 😉 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport

Guy Callet
90

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Intervention de nuit Hélisa 42 en train de se poser sur hélisurface de Roanne ( France ) hélicoptère du Samu 42 : hélicoptère Leonardo AW109 F-HLCN - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 😉 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport temps exp 1/45- - AV f/2,8 - focale 120mm - Iso 12800

Guy Callet
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En provenance de saint Eienne en approche de hélisurface de Roanne ( France ) hélicoptère du Samu 42 : hélicoptère Leonardo AW109 F-HLCN - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 😉 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport

Guy Callet
43

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helisa 42 en direction de Saint Étienne hélicoptère du Samu 42 : hélicoptère Leonardo AW109 F-HLCN - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 😉 Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 150-600 F5-6.3 DG OS HSM

Guy Callet
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Depuis la dz de la clinique du renaison 42 , quelques secondes de vol stationnaire hélicoptère Leonardo AW109 F-HLCN - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 😉 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport (mode tv - temps exp 1/125 - AV f/22- focale80 mm - Iso 200 )

Guy Callet
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Ops check the doors for upcoming fire season.

Rob Sampson
35

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Prep for night hoist training.

Rob Sampson
37

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Une nuit d’hiver de fin de janvier 2026 où le thermomètre frôle les 0 degrés En provenance de saint Étienne hélisa 42 en Approche de hélisurface de Roanne Hélicoptère H135 T3H / F-HLCi / hélicoptère du Samu 42 Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 😉 Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70-200 f/2,8 sport

Guy Callet
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Hélisa 42 en train de se poser sur hélisurface de Roanne ! hélicoptère du Samu 42 : hélicoptère ( Spare ) Leonardo AW109 F-HTKO - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 😉 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport temps exp 1/20 - AV f/2,8 - focale 126 mm - Iso 12800 compensation + 2 étape filtre kf concept pour amplifier les lumière du trekker

Guy Callet
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21 mai 2026 à 0h30 intervention de nuit hélisa 42 à Roanne En phase de sécurité CP1 décollage de hélisurface de Roanne hélicoptère du Samu 42 : hélicoptère Leonardo AW109 F-HLCN - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport temps exp 1/50 - - AV f/2,8 - focale 100mm - Iso 12800 / filtre kf concept .

Guy Callet
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18 Avril 2026 Intervention de nuit En phase de sécurité CP1 décollage de hélisurface de Roanne/ france hélicoptère du Samu 42 : hélicoptère ( Spare ) Leonardo AW109 F-HTKO - Trekker SAMU42 🚁Thank you Team Helismur 42 - Helisa 📸Matériel Canon R6 / Sigma 70 200 /2,8 sport temps exp 1/20 - AV f/2,8 - focale 11O mm - Iso 12800 / filtre kf concept

Guy Callet
126

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Two Bell UH-1 Iroquois military transport helicopters from Germany performing a Vietnam demo during a beautiful sunset at the Antidotum airshow in Leszno, Poland.

Kris Christiaens
85

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King County Sheriff's Office Air Support Unit "Guardian 1" (N422CT - 2024 Bell Textron Canada Ltd 407) departing their hanger at Renton Municipal Airport. The KCSO Air Support Unit is the only full time air support unit in Washington state and provides a strategic combination of Helicopters and various sUAS.

D.j. Sonsteng
37

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Wanaka Helicopter ZK-IPG

Sam Hughes
38

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Power Easement Water Drop - Helicopters were the only option in the terrain, as major heavy plant wasn't viable. This belly tanker worked in conjunction with 3 bucket aircraft operators and the air attack supervisor to stop further fire extension in difficult areas and under very average weather conditions.

Tarryn West
43

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The morning after my birthday, sitting in my living room, I heard the faint double chop of what could only be a Chinook. I walked out to the front porch and watched as a single Chinook would come in over the mountain, dip down below the trees, then reappear moments later. Every 10 minutes, the same thing. After an hour I decided I needed to go find where she was scooping up the water from. I checked Google maps and could 2 small lakes in that area. Being only about a 5 minute drive, I grabbed my Sony and 600mm lens and went hunting. The first location was the one, a small crowed had formed around the neighborhood pond this CH-47 crew had decided was the best water source. I think this was one of the most amazing experiences of my life; having a Chinook just yards away, repeatedly approaching, hovering, and departing for over an hour is indescribable. That sound and downwash are unmatched. The fire was just a few miles up the mountain, in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina.

Travis Brodie
37

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Hughes 500 HNE over south coast of fiordland on venison ops just before sunset

Mike Thom
49

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Coulson Aviation's Helitanker 47 makes a water drop to protect important infrastructure in Palmdale, California on the Lemon Incident on June 13, 2026

Andrew Lewis
43

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Los Angeles County Fire Department's Copter 21 makes a water drop to protect infrastructure during the Lemon Incident in Palmdale, California on June 13, 2026

Andrew Lewis
48

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Where earth meets sky—ground crews and aerial support pause between operations during a National Parks hazard reduction burn, showcasing the teamwork behind bushfire preparedness.

Abby McPherson
41

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The trusty Air Tractor AT-802 patiently waiting for tasking at the recent ACE Course in Tamworth. A true workhorse of aerial firefighting, always ready to answer the call. 🚒✈️🔥

Aaron Parker
40

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NSW Rural Fire Service - Helicopter Insertion Techniques Recertification

Justin Ceh
44

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NSW Rural Fire Service - Helicopter Insertion Techniques Recertification

Justin Ceh
43

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Careflight 3

Justin Ceh
35

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NSW RFS HIT Recertification

Justin Ceh
39

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A pair of Sikorsky UH-60A Black Hawks returning to Serpentine airfield after assisting with efforts in trying to contain a bushfire north of Perth. Taken from Coogee beach on the 24/01/26 with my Canon M50 + 55-200mm lens

Reef Armer
36

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Police Airwing at west end of Rottnest Island

Michael Wear
46

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Photo of the RAC rescue helicopter at Rottnest Island

Michael Wear
42

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RAF Chinook departing head on with the intense blade slap and wide body, after a quick pit stop for food and water. The rumble and thunderous sight and sound of the power of this helicopter.

Ollie Styles
43

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Just another day at work in the hangar

Matt Hitchman
40

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Here is the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, attending a medical callout in my local area, and this time it has a miniature sidekick!! Let's hope they get along!

Ethan Rogers
43

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