helicopters
Coverage of helicopters in the Nexus archive.
- Firefighters scramble to contain fires outside Athens before winds and high temperatures return
Firefighters west of Athens worked to strengthen containment lines during a brief respite from high winds, using planes, helicopters, and army equipment to combat fires that had forced over 1,000 evacuations. Forecasters warned stronger winds and temperatures would return, complicating efforts to prevent reignition.
- UK wildfires spark calls for guaranteed access to aerial support
UK wildfires have prompted demands for guaranteed access to aerial support, with ongoing efforts in Scotland’s Cairngorms following the use of helicopters and drones in Suffolk last week to combat blazes.
- Water-dropping aircraft take off to tackle major Greek wildfire, after 2 killed in crash
Water-dropping planes and helicopters are deployed to assist firefighters battling a major wildfire west of Athens, Greece, following a crash that killed two people.
- Helicopters fighting Greece wildfires collide in mid-air
Two helicopters fighting wildfires in Greece collided mid-air, with one striking the other's propellers, causing it to burst into flames.
- Moment two helicopters collide mid-air while fighting wildfires in Greece
Two helicopters collided mid-air while fighting wildfires in Greece. The incident occurred during wildfire suppression operations.
- Suffolk wildfire burns for third day as firefighters douse homes in water and drop thousands of litres of seawater from helicopters - as experts warn 'area could take 25 years to recover'
A wildfire in Suffolk has burned for three days, with firefighters using water and seawater from helicopters to protect homes. Experts warn the affected area could take up to 25 years to recover.
- Week Ender — Searing Contradiction: Wildfires and climate politics
Wildfires near Bordeaux and Madrid threaten urban areas, prompting cross-border firefighting efforts. European countries face challenges in fire prevention due to abandoned land, poorly managed forests, and declining livestock, while rising costs for insurers and governments are linked to climate disasters and the EU's Green Deal rollback.
- Anduril pitches a robot wingman for US Army helicopters
Anduril is proposing a robotic wingman for US Army helicopters. The initiative aims to enhance military capabilities through autonomous technology.
- Helicopters dump water as huge Norway fire destroys homes
Helicopters are being used to combat a large fire in Drammen, Norway, which has destroyed over 100 homes and spread to a nearby forest, according to authorities.
- Berkeley sets new rules for police department
Berkeley city councilmembers approved resolutions to expand police use of dogs and helicopters but delayed a decision on lifting a ban on chemical weapons. The vote was 5-4 in favor of the changes proposed by Councilmember Rashi Kesarwani.
- This week’s new questions
The article presents two scientific questions: why dogs do not look up when low-flying planes or helicopters pass overhead, and what changes will occur on Earth as the moon moves further away.
- Red Hawk rising: how the Z-20 family is plugging China’s chronic defence gaps
The Harbin Z-20 and Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters are nearly identical in appearance, highlighting China's long-term effort to bridge the technological gap with the US and Russia in aviation. Differences include the Z-20's five main rotor blades versus the UH-60's four and variations in cabin window design.
- Helicopters collide over Rio de Janeiro, killing 6
Two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, resulting in six fatalities. The incident occurred in the city of Rio de Janeiro.
- 6 killed after helicopters collide in Rio de Janeiro, crashing into car park
Six people died after two helicopters collided in western Rio de Janeiro, crashing into the car park of an electric car showroom and igniting a fire that damaged at least 20 cars. Firefighters confirmed six fatalities, all crew members of the aircraft involved.
- Helicopters collide over Rio de Janeiro, killing 6
Two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro, killing all six people aboard. One helicopter crashed into a car dealership, igniting a fire that was extinguished. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.
- Japanese city captures black bear after multi-day hunt
A Japanese city captured a black bear after a four-day search that led to school closures and involved helicopters, hunters, and police. The incident follows a record 13 bear-related deaths in Japan last year.
- Days of intense military training exercises at empty buildings have Southern California on edge
Military exercises in Southern California have caused concern among residents due to nighttime gunfire and helicopter activity. The training, conducted at empty buildings, has led to audible disturbances disrupting local communities.
- Days of intense military training exercises at empty buildings have Southern California on edge
Military exercises in Southern California have caused residents to feel unsettled due to nighttime gunfire and helicopter activity. The training has occurred at empty buildings, leading to disturbances in the area.
- Nighttime military training exercises anger Pasadena residents
A late-night military training exercise in Pasadena caused distress among residents as helicopters flew overhead and landed at a long-closed medical facility. The incident led to complaints about the disruption and noise.
- World's most luxurious expedition yacht to dock in London for the first time this summer - complete with two helicopters, a submersible and butler for every suite
The world's most luxurious expedition yacht will dock in London for the first time this summer. It features two helicopters, a submersible, and a butler for every suite.
- US military board, seize another ship in international waters
The Pentagon has released video showing US soldiers descending from helicopters to board and seize another ship in international waters.