AEG helicopter
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aeg-helicopter-186-12735248
title:
AEG helicopter
text:
The AEG helicopter was an unusual German aircraft project, intended to create a portable observation post in the form of a tethered helicopter. It achieved lift by use of two contra-rotating rotors powered by an electric motor that was supplied with power from the ground. The device could be folded for transportation on the back of a truck. An observer's cabin was suspended underneath the rotor assembly, and could be blown clear by an explosive charge in case of emergency. Development commenced
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wiki
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encyclopedia
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Type of aircraft
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AEG_helicopter
date created:
2004-10-10T11:12:01Z
date modified:
2024-09-08T02:35:44Z
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