GI Joe Classic Collection GI Jane US Army Helicopter Pilot Blonde Doll 1997

GI Joe Classic Collection GI Jane US Army Helicopter Pilot Blonde Doll 1997 The helicopter has two principal advantages over the airplane: the ability to fly slowly or to hover, and the agility to take-off and land in restricted spaces. They make excellent assault ships and are ideal for extracting and supplying troops in the field. The CH-47 Chinook accommodates over 26,000 pounds of troops and supplies. With the ability to sling ground vehicles, heavy artillery and ammunition to Its belly, supplies can be delivered to the troops quickly and steadily.

Similarly effective, the AH-64 Apache assault craft displayed its prowess during the Gulf War. On one occasion, 2 Apaches pulverized an Iraqi bunker forcing the surrender of almost 500 iraqi soldiers-positive proof that the helicopter can make a significant difference in the strategy of modern combat. For a helicopter to perform properly. the pilot must be well trained and have the maturity, intelligence, courage, and confidence to pilot one of these versatile machines. G.I. Joe