CH-47 Chinook
Overview
The CH-47 Chinook is a military aircraft manufactured by Boeing, with the profile centered on its heavy-lift transport helicopter role. Its recorded first flight is 1961-09-21. The current production-status field is listed as In Production. The listed crew requirement is 3. Power is provided by 2 Honeywell (Lycoming) T55 engines. Recorded dimensions include wingspan 60 ft (per rotor). Listed performance includes maximum speed ~170 kn kt, range ~400 nm nautical miles. Its ICAO type designator is CH47. Figures shown here describe the listed type or configuration and may vary by sub-variant, certification basis, or operator fit.
Quick Facts
First Flight
Sep 21, 1961
Crew
3
Range
~400 nm
Cruise Speed
160 kt
Max Speed
~170 kn
Specifications
| ICAO Type Code | CH47 |
|---|---|
| Military Designation | CH-47 |
| First Flight | Sep 21, 1961 |
| Crew | 3 |
| Length | 98 ft 10 in |
| Wingspan / Rotor Diameter | 60 ft (per rotor) |
| Height | 18 ft 11 in |
| Empty Weight | 24450 lb |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 50000 lb |
| Cruise Speed | 160 kt |
| Max Speed | ~170 kn |
| Range | ~400 nm |
| Service Ceiling | 20000 ft |
| Engine Manufacturer | Honeywell (Lycoming) |
| Engine Model | T55 |
| Engine Count | 2 |
Data verification status: Partially Verified
Source: Boeing