Boeing's CH-47C Chinook Helicopter in Service to Iran
Iran's CH-47C Chinook Helicopters
The Boeing CH-47 Chinook is a tandem-rotor helicopter originally developed by American rotorcraft company Vertol and now manufactured by Boeing Defense. It has been in service with the Iranian military since the 1970s.
List of CH-47C Chinook in Iran
As of 2023, Iran operates a fleet of 68 CH-47C Chinook helicopters, making it the fourth largest operator of this type of helicopter in the world.
Here is a complete list of countries operating CH-47C Chinook helicopters:
- Egypt - 15
- Greece - 10
- Iran - 68
- Italy - 40
- Libya - 20
- Morocco - 9
- United Arab Emirates - 8
- USA - 11
1978 Iranian Chinook Shootdown
On June 21, 1978, four Boeing CH-47 Chinooks of the Imperial Iranian Air Force strayed into Soviet airspace and were shot down by Soviet fighter jets. The incident resulted in the deaths of all 16 people on board the Chinooks.
The incident was a reminder of the dangerous tensions between Iran and the Soviet Union during the Cold War. It also highlighted the importance of avoiding airspace violations, especially in areas where there is potential for conflict.
Conclusion
The Boeing CH-47 Chinook helicopter has been an important part of the Iranian military for more than four decades. It is a versatile and reliable aircraft that has been used for a variety of purposes, including troop transport, cargo transport, and medical evacuation. The Chinook has played a vital role in Iran's military operations, and it is likely to continue to do so for many years to come.
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