helicopter

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Nepal's government has developed tough measures to stamp out insurance scams involving unnecessary helicopter rescues of trekkers, an official said Tuesday, a long-running racket threatening the country's vital tourism industry.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Border Patrol agents from an elite unit rappelled from a hovering Black Hawk helicopter onto the roof of a 130-unit apartment complex.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

The defense secretary reversed the suspension of helicopter aircrew who flew by Kid Rock’s home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

A French naval helicopter was also deployed to carry out a search of the area to make sure no one was left in the water, the French authority said.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“Yeah, okay, maybe a helicopter pilot and a graphic artist,” I say.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko