Interesting Helicopter and Fixed-wing Facts for Sacramento, CA

Over 3 million lives have been saved by helicopters in both peacetime and wartime operations since the first person was rescued from the sea in 1944. Highest altitude made in a helicopter was 40,820ft (12,442m) on 21, June 1972 in a Aerospatiale Lama and the Pilot was Jean Bouet from France.

Aviation Quotes for Sacramento, CA

The helicopter approaches closer than any other (vehicle) to fulfillment of mankind's ancient dream of the flying horse and the magic carpet.” -Igor Sikorsky

For those who love flying, the ability of the helicopter to hover and move in any direction from the hover with complete control gives a thrill and fascination that is not found in any other form of powered flight.” - John Fay

The helicopter: The flying carpet of the Scientific Age.” -Michael Hampson