Examines what makes helicopters fly and explores some of the important jobs that helicopters and their pilots do such as provide television news coverage, apprehend criminals, serve in rescue missions, fight fires, and as ambulances.
Inspired by a model helicopter and encouraged by their parents and sister, young Orville and Wilbur Wright attempt to build a life-size helicopter from scrap.
Briefly describes the way a helicopter operates, different kinds of choppers, what the pilot does, and some of the work for which helicopters are used.
Text and detailed illustrations of civil and military helicopters from around the world describe their development from the first rotocrafts to contemporary models. Includes technical data.