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Piasecki Helicopter Corporation PV-2
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Piasecki Helicopter Corporation PV-2

Helicopter prototype by Piasecki Helicopter

Overview

The Piasecki PV-2, some times called the Piasecki-Venzie PV-2, is a experimantal helicopter designed by Frank Piasecki. The PV-2 is best known for being the second helicopters flown in the United States after the Sikorsky VS-300. The PV-2 first flew on April 11, 1943.

Specifications

Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.

Photos

Photo 1: Mike Freer - Touchdown-aviation / Wikimedia Commons · GFDL 1.2

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