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H-47 Chinook

Heavy-Lift Dominance

The H-47 Chinook is the heavy-lift helicopter of choice for the U.S. Army and 20 international operators. It is an advanced, multi-mission, tandem rotor helicopter, proven in cargo and troop transport, search and rescue, casualty evacuation, special operations, humanitarian and disaster relief, and more.

The tandem rotor design provides for increased stability and control, maximum agility, ease of loading and unloading and superior performance in wind. The Chinook can operate where others cannot. Rear ramp access on any terrain is not restricted by tail rotor clearance, allowing tandems to operate on unprepared, mountainous positions and execute the unique pinnacle landing capability. The design also allows the Chinook to fly at up to 20,000 feet, higher than other helicopters in its class.

It contains a fully integrated, digital cockpit management system – the Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) Cockpit paired with a Digital Automatic Flight Control System (DAFCS) – as well as advanced cargo-handling capabilities that complement the aircraft's mission performance and improve situational awareness.

Covering a vast amount of distance in a quick amount of time, the H-47 Chinook can be equipped with extended range fuel tanks and fitted for air-to-air refueling capability, meaning the Chinook can fly farther than ever before.

Modernized and Ready Now

To safely and effectively accomplish critical missions now and in the future, soldiers must have the most modernized heavy-lift solution. The H-47 Chinook Block II, the most advanced and capable heavy-lift aircraft in its class, is the only way to rapidly meet the warfighter’s ever-evolving needs. Boeing’s H-47 Chinook Block II is powered by cutting-edge technologies - redesigned fuel tanks, a strengthened fuselage, and an improved drivetrain, all of which enable soldiers to meet today’s heavy-lift mission requirements.

A Long-Term Solution

The Chinook Block II program positions the Army and international allies for long-term success. Not only is the Block II aircraft capable of meeting today’s heavy-lift requirements, it provides structural and design improvements that allow additional future upgrades to meet long-term heavy-lift needs.

Key investments in next generation technologies such as avionics open systems architecture and mission systems integration will enable decisive overmatch -- a critical advantage for the warfighter to succeed in Joint All-Domain Operations. Structural enhancements and vehicle power upgrades will keep the Chinook prepared to fight and win in all missions including large scale combat operations for decades to come.

Supporting the Industrial Base

The H-47 Chinook program supports more than 20,000 jobs and 360 suppliers in 40 states, and is relied on by the U.S. Army and 19 other countries around the globe. Chinook Block II production will leverage and strengthen our manufacturing base which will guarantee timely support to both the production line and our soldiers in the field. It will ultimately enable our troops to get to where they’re needed, when they’re needed, and get them out of danger when their job is done. With more than 950 Chinooks in 20 countries, the program continues to deliver unrivaled production, maintenance and sustainment cost efficiencies.

Boeing Support and Maintenance

Optimizing readiness of the Chinook fleet around the globe is one of Boeing’s many missions. From performance-based logistics contracting and integrated fleet support to vertical lift maintenance, modifications and repairs, Boeing provides a broad spectrum of innovative products and services which directly support and enhance capabilities while reducing total cost of ownership. These services range from transactional spares to complete lifecycle support solutions that are uniquely tailored to the requirements of each H-47 customer.

CH-47F Chinook Block II Specifications

DIMENSIONS    
Rotor Diameter 18.29 meters 60 feet
Length:    
Rotors operating 30.14 meters 98 feet, 10.7 inches
Rotors folded 15.47 meters 50 feet, 9 inches
Fuselage 15.88 meters 51 feet, 2 inches
Height (overall) 5.68 meters 18 feet, 7.8 inches
Fuselage Width 3.78 meters 12 feet, 5 inches
Static forward 2.29 meters 7 feet, 6 inches
Idling forward 3.33 meters 10 feet, 11 inches
Fuel Capacity 4088 liters 1080 gallons
PROPULSION    
  2 Honeywell T55-GA-714A engines  
  4,777 shp (3,529 kW) each  
PERFORMANCE (Standard day, sea level)  
Maximum Speed 302 km/h 170 KTAS
Cruise Speed 291 km/h 157 KTAS
Mission Radius 306 km 165 nm
Service Ceiling 6096 meters 20,000 feet
Max Gross Weight 24,494 kg 54,000 lbs.
Useful Load 12,565 kg 27,700 lbs.

Milestones

Date News Release
December 11, 2023 Boeing Secures Contract for Six MH-47G Block II Chinook Helicopters
July 13, 2023 Chinook celebrates 50 years with Italy
July 5, 2023 Boeing Transitions to New CH-47 Chinook Production with Final Block I Contract
April 28, 2023 Reign in Spain: Chinook marks 50 years of service
January 3, 2023 Egypt Purchases New Boeing CH-47F Chinooks to Modernize Fleet
November 11, 2022 Boeing Delivers 20th CH-47F Chinook to the Royal Netherlands Air Force
October 3, 2022 U.S. Army Orders Additional Enhanced CH-47F Block II Chinooks
June 1, 2022 Germany Selects the Chinook
March 3, 2022 Boeing Secures Order for Additional MH-47G Block II Chinook Helicopters from U.S. Army
February 2, 2022 First Upgraded Chinook Helicopter Delivered to Spain
Jun 25, 2021 Australia Acquires Two Additional Boeing CH-47F Chinook Aircraft
Jun 22, 2021 Boeing to Boost UK Royal Air Force Chinook Fleet
May 12, 2021 US Army, Boeing and GE complete successful H-47 Chinook demonstration program with T408 engines
Sept 22, 2020 Army Chinook takes flight with T408 Engine
Sept 01, 2020 Boeing Delivers SOCOM’s First Next-Gen Chinook Helicopter
July 31, 2020 Boeing Receives $265 Million Chinook Helicopter Order from U.S. Army Special Operations
April 03, 2020 Boeing Delivers First CH-47F Chinook to Royal Netherlands Air Force
June 13, 2019 Boeing to Build MH-47G Block II Chinooks for Special Ops
Jan 03, 2019 Boeing to Modernize Entire Spanish Chinook Helicopter Fleet
July 27 2018 First Boeing Apache, Chinook helicopters for India complete inaugural flights
July 11 2018 Boeing Receives Contract for Four Special Operations Chinooks
June 27 2018 Boeing Chinook Block II Program Moves to Final Assembly
Apr 25 2018 Boeing, German Aerospace Companies Partner for STH Heavy-Lift Helicopter Competition
Dec 14 2017 Boeing to Modernize Six Netherlands CH-47F Chinooks
Nov 17 2017 Boeing Awards Five-Year Contract to Aircraft Philipp Group of Germany
July 28 2017 Boeing to Modernize, Add Muscle to Next-Generation Chinook
July 06 2016 Boeing, U.S. Army, Australia Collaboration Supports Early H-47 Deliveries
Dec 07 2015 Boeing delivery of 14th new-build Mk6 Chinook completes current orders for the United Kingdom
Sept 29 2015 Boeing Receives Order from India for 22 Apache and 15 Chinook Helicopters
Sept 09 2015 Boeing Delivers Seven Australian Chinooks on Budget, Ahead of Schedule
May 06 2015 Australia Accepts New Boeing CH-47F Chinook Aircraft
May 05 2015 Australia Accepts New Boeing CH-47F Chinook Aircraft
Oct 27 2014 Boeing Delivers 300th CH-47F Chinook to U.S. Army Ahead of Schedule
Oct 01 2014 Boeing Delivers First New-Build MH-47G Special Operations Chinook
July 29 2014 Boeing Delivers First U.S. Army Multiyear II Configured Chinook
June 30 2014 Boeing Completes Delivery of Canadian CH-147F Chinooks
Oct 08 2013 Boeing Delivers 5th Canadian CH-147F Chinook Helicopter
Aug 29 2013 Boeing to Highlight Partnership Opportunities at MSPO International Defence Industry Exhibition
June 27 2013 Boeing Delivers Canada's 1st CH-147F Chinook Helicopter
June 11 2013 Boeing Receives US Army Contract for Up to 215 Chinook Helicopters
April 15 2013 Boeing Successfully Completes 1st Flight of Newest UK Chinook Helicopter
Sept 21 2012 Boeing Awards Final CH-147F In-Service Support Contract to General Dynamics Canada
Aug 16 2012 Boeing Marks 50 Years of Delivering Chinook Helicopters

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H-47 Chinook Customers

The Chinook is a multi-mission aircraft in use by U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserve, National Guard and 20 countries, including Canada, the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Japan, Italy, Greece, Spain, South Korea, Australia, Türkiye, and the United Arab Emirates.

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