U.S. deaths reach record levels in Afghanistan Oct 28, 2009
In a separate incident, two other choppers collide while in flight, killing four servicemembers. The Associated Press. (USA Today -- News)
Why Flying Choppers in Afghanistan Is So Deadly Oct 27, 2009
By Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009. A U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter appears at dawn in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. (Time.com)
14 Americans Lost in Afghanistan Choppers Oct 27, 2009
The two choppers were on what is being described as a routine flight over central Helmand. Military officials did not want to give out more information about the exact spot of the crash because recovery efforts are still under way. (ABC News)
GTA Episodes: Death from Above Oct 27, 2009
Leaping out of choppers and base jumping off buildings play a role in some of the missions, but it really comes to life when you are just screwing around in the city. There are two types of base jump challenges. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Obama says he will not rush Afghanistan decision Oct 27, 2009
A helicopter crash and separate collision involving two other choppers killed 14 Americans on Monday in one of the deadliest days for U.S. troops in the war in Afghanistan, the military said ... In a separate incident in the south, two other U.S. choppers collided while in flight, killing four American troops and wounding two more, the military said. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
10 killed in NATO chopper crash Oct 27, 2009
However, Ahmadi could not say the figure of the fatalities while he claimed on shooting down double choppers at the same time. Editor: Fang Yang. (Xinhuanet, China)
Helicopters crash: Afghanistan takes heavy toll on US choppers Oct 27, 2009
Afghan army soldiers watch as a US helicopter flies over a Polish helicopter at a military base in Ghazni province, Afghanistan, on Monday. Mustafa Andalib/Reuters. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
* Afghanistan crashes kill 14 Americans Oct 27, 2009
In a separate incident in the south, two other US choppers collided while in flight, killing four American troops and wounding two more, the military said. US authorities have ruled out hostile fire in the collision but have not given a cause for the other fatal crash in the west. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Rescue Tips Soared During 'Balloon Boy' HoaxPeople sent e-mails suggesting ways to rescue Falcon Heene. Oct 24, 2009
The balloon was tracked by a fleet of news media choppers and chased on the ground by a fleet of emergency vehicles. The Federal Aviation Administration was also notified and the national guard was preparing to launch a helicopter. (ABC News)
Woman's Body Found On Beach Near Grayland Oct 24, 2009
The Coast Guard tried flying over the area looking for wreckage but bad weather kept choppers grounded most of the day. Scott said there were no reports of overdue vessels or missing people that match the woman. (KIRO TV, WA)
Notebook: Classic City rivalry among best Oct 22, 2009
Classic City Choppers. As if the 43rd Classic City Championship needed to draw more attention, there will be a miniature air show prior to kickoff of the annual rivalry game between Cedar Shoals and Clarke Central. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Midnight Madness marks beginning of men's and women's basketball seasons Oct 19, 2009
On 13 separate choppers, pil 00004000 oted by Syracuse police officers, rode each of the members of the 2009-10 Syracuse basketball team. Behind them rode SU men's basketball head coach Jim Boeheim in his own squad car dressed in a full police officer uniform. (Daily Orange, NY)
Kiffins antics impress Thornton, Brown, and lift Vols Oct 19, 2009
You re right Courtney all losers travel in choppers oh wait. the lil doggies don t and they would certainly qualify as losers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Pioneer Talks Crops (2) Oct 18, 2009
- Choppers are at the top of the list. Knives sharp. (Agri-View, WI)
Philippines starts evacuation from typhoon's path Oct 17, 2009
Military choppers were airlifting food supplies to areas unreachable by land to prepare for Lupit, she said. Health officials say 1. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Faceoff at 50, Kiffin choppers in yeah, its MLK-Stephenson Oct 17, 2009
Faceoff at 50, Kiffin choppers in yeah, it s MLK-Stephenson. 5:43 pm October 16, 2009, by Chip Towers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Boy found alive at home after helium balloon drama Oct 16, 2009
Authorities began fearing the worst after the craft -- which had been tracked by television news choppers -- was found to be empty after it landed. Local media reports cited witnesses who reported seeing an unidentified object fall from the balloon during its flight. (Yahoo! Asia News)
AMERICAN CHOPPER Returns to TLC Paving the Road for Exciting New HEAVY HAULERS Pilot Oct 16, 2009
Oct. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- The AMERICAN CHOPPER saga continues with all-new episodes on Thursday, October 22, at 9 PM (ET/PT) following the escalating Teutul family feud that threatens to destroy the once close-knit family--and change the face of Orange County Choppers forever ... Season six of AMERICAN CHOPPER continues to captures the action at Orange County Choppers (OCC), the world-famous custom motorcycle business run by Paul Teutul Sr. and until recently, his fiery sons, Paul Jr. and Mikey... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
India takes off against 'Red Taliban' Oct 16, 2009
IAF choppers are currently used to drop security personnel and to evacuate the injured ... Ruling out "Rambo-style offensives against the Maoists", Air Chief Marshal P V Naik said that he has requested the government grant the IAF permission to fire "in self-defense" if its choppers or crew operating in Maoist areas come under attack. (Asia Times Online)
Sinking feeling in the Philippines Oct 14, 2009
It took over a week before relief supplies reached survivors in several isolated areas, which were finally brought in by US choppers and troops which arrived from Japan to assist in the relief operations. Victims of flooding in northern Luzon complained that there was no effective mechanism to warn residents of incoming water flows after the government released water from dams to prevent spillage and possible dam breakage. (Asia Times Online)
PM promises to nail Naxals Oct 12, 2009
IAF choppers, with troops drawn from its special forces guarding them, too will be put into force to transport personnel and evacuate casualties. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Army won't be used against Naxals: PM Manmohan Singh Oct 12, 2009
His statement is significant in the context of air chief marshal P V Naik seeking the governments permission for IAF personnel in choppers to fire back at Naxalites in self-defence. The PM, campaigning for Congress for the October 13 assembly elections, told reporters that the Union government was ready for a dialogue with Naxalites if they gave up violence. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Survivors, bodies found in Philippines disaster Oct 11, 2009
Several choppers flew over areas Saturday where U.S. troops planned to conduct medical missions and deliver supplies. The rain-triggered landslides late Thursday and early Friday were the latest natural disaster to hit the Philippines, bringing to more than 600 the total death toll of back-to-back storms that began pummeling the main island of Luzon Sept. 26, causing the worst flooding in more than 40 years. (MSNBC -- International)
Six Survivors Pulled From Under Mudslide Oct 11, 2009
He said Marine choppers have already flown over the flood-ravaged region to assess the damage and find locations for a medical mission and food distribution. According to the spokesman, more than 200 Marines and sailors on the USS Harpers Ferry and USS Tortuga are prepared to deploy for rescue and relief operations. (KWTX.com, TX)
IAF to deploy commandos in choppers flying in Naxal-hit areas Oct 8, 2009
PTI 8 October 2009, 12:44pm IST. HINDON: The IAF on Thursday said it will deploy its commando units to defend its helicopters and men on board in Naxal-infested areas, but made it clear that they would not carry out any "rambo-style" operation against the Maoists. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Chidambaram for IAF firing on naxals Oct 8, 2009
With the Cabinet Committee on Security set to consider the IAF's request for permission to fire when under attack by naxals, the Home Minister told a press conference the Force will take adequate counter-measures to protect its choppers and pilots from naxal attacks. However, he refused to reveal any detail, recalling that an IAF helicopter was fired at by the Maoists a few weeks ago in Chhattisgarh. (India Times, India)
ISI to Taliban: Go to jail or join jihad against India Oct 7, 2009
"Such incidents (like use of choppers) clearly show the involvement of Pakistani authorities in facilitating infiltration. Though our forces are fully alert to thwart Pakistani designs, the next 15-20 days are quite crucial as this is the period when they will do everything to infiltrate as many terrorists as possible," said a senior official. That is when winter will begin to set in. (India Times, India)
Aid pours into Indonesia Oct 7, 2009
More choppers were on their way aboard US Navy ships in a multimillion-dollar effort to aid victims of the earthquake, State Department spokesperson Ian Kelly said in Washington. About 45 metric tonnes (50 tons) of relief goods from US Agency for International Development stockpiles were due to arrive in Padang on Tuesday. (iAfrica.com)
Aid pours into quake-hit Indonesia Oct 6, 2009
More choppers were on their way aboard US Navy ships in a multimillion-dollar effort to aid victims of the earthquake, State Department spokesman Ian Kelly said in Washington. He said about 45 metric tonnes of relief commodities from US Agency for International Development stockpiles in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, was due to arrive in Padang around 0300 GMT Tuesday. (Yahoo! Asia News)
There oughtta be a law . . . Oct 6, 2009
How far you ran from the cop before the choppers boxed you in etc. (and when your episode airs on Cops). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Flood recedes in Karnataka, still grim in Andhra Oct 5, 2009
The state government has pressed eight Mi helicopters and six Chetak choppers of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in rescue and relief operations. "About 22 tonnes of relief material consisting of foodgrain, blankets and medicines have been rushed to the affected areas so far," the senior government official added. (India Times, India)
McLeod County receives rain in late July (2) Oct 4, 2009
Dave and Brian also enjoy taking their Big Dog Motorcycle Choppers out for a spin when they have time. The bikes feature large back tires and extended forks on the front. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Safety rules will ground NSW police helicopters Oct 4, 2009
NEW federal air safety regulations will ground three of the state's five police choppers, rendering the air wing unable to respond to half the calls made for assistance ... The report - prepared for the police force by Hawkless Consulting and obtained by the State Opposition in a freedom-of-information application - said replacing the five choppers was the only way to keep the fleet fully operational ... The costings were deleted from the report on the basis of commercial sensitivity but it is... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Idaho again wants to land choppers in wilderness Oct 4, 2009
The U.S. Forest Service resisted a similar request in 2006 to allow choppers into the federally protected wilderness outside of established airstrips ... "The reason we want to work with the Forest Service is, because we're partners and we'd like to do things within their process, if we can." His latest plan calls for choppers to touch down up to 20 times in the 2. (Montana Standard, MT)
130 killed as rains lash southern India Oct 3, 2009
"Six chopper have been pressed into service to immediately rescue people. While four helicopters are being used to airlift the flood-hit people in Kurnool district, two choppers were deployed in Mahabubnagar district. A helicopter rescued 15 people in the pilgrim town of Mantralayam," a state government official told the media. Experts have blamed the cyclone in the Bay of Bengal for the deaths and collapse of 22,000 houses in the south Indian states --Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Tamil... (Xinhuanet, China)
ArtBike festival in Schenectady celebrates singular motorcycles Oct 2, 2009
A longtime portrait and wedding photographer, Petrocelli's career zoomed in a new direction when, after photos he took for motorcycle-parts catalogs and small magazines got some notice, he was featured on "American Chopper." The reality series, a hit on the cable channel TLC, is about the Hudson Valley custom maker Orange County Choppers ... Sponsored by: ElectriCity Art and Entertainment District, city of Schenectady, Schenectady County, Proctors, DSIC, Schenectady Chamber of Commerce,... (Albany Times Union)
A 'Cat'astrophe in Catskill Oct 2, 2009
patrick wrote on Sep 26, 2009 9:07 PM:" Yeah, CN. I won't park in Catskill or Choppers except with my junker. To dangerous to drive a valuable car and park it in Catskill. Too many Catskill drivers don't know what day it is, whose president, and how many fingers I'm holding up (tempted though I often am it is not the finger you might think). ". You must register with a valid email to post comments. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Growing number of China incursions into India lead to a strategy change Sep 30, 2009
Villagers told an Indian delegation recently that the two Chinese choppers buzzed the village in August and flew several miles into Indian territory, according to Tsering Mutp, a retired Indian soldier who attended the meeting. Mr. Mutp says the villagers had some pointed questions for the visiting officials. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
The American Way of Dentistry Sep 30, 2009
I was destined for dentures, so why waste time or effort preserving my gap-toothed, , decay-ridden choppers. Of course, it was my fault that the dentists saw the need for these procedures in the first place. (Slate)
Farmers aren't sharing yield data just yet Sep 25, 2009
I've seen edible bean harvesters and also corn choppers with their wagon boxes full of material to make silage. From what I can see, there seems to be a lot of corn stalks, leaves and cobs and it should make a good quality silage for dairy operations. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Stations respond, but miss opportunities Sep 25, 2009
Given the restrictions on local TV coverage during yesterday's opening of the G-20 summit -- they couldn't report from the sky due to security restrictions on news choppers -- local stations generally informed viewers without unnecessary, over-hyped, rambling reports. Until mid-afternoon yesterday, Pittsburgh stations did not break into regular programming for G-20 coverage. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
David Brown » Sep 24, 2009
About 18 inches of No. 2-3 wire leader helps repel the mackerel's formidable choppers, while also guarding against tail-whipping the beating effect of a mack's rigid tail fins against your line. In clear water, macks can become leader-shy, so replace the wire with 30- to 40-pound fluorocarbon. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Crews Contain Tecate Brush Fire Sep 24, 2009
The choppers remained at the scene of the fire for a time as a precaution, the captain said. The blaze appeared to have damaged or destroyed a second building in addition to the mobile home in which it erupted, Cal Fire spokeswoman Roxanne Provaznik said. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Sikorsky's X2 Technology Doubles Chopper Speed Sep 23, 2009
Because of the numerous certifications required, Sikorsky estimates it will take up to 10 years before we see these high-speed choppers overhead. Got a tip for the Futurist. (FastCompany)
26 motorcycles in crash on I-5 near Wilsonville Sep 19, 2009
On the Brother Speed website, it's self-described as "a club that is serious about brotherhood, respect, riding fast and building Choppers." The Portland chapter was chartered in 1970. Two of the motorcyclists were transported by Life Flight. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Planes for VIPs used by IAF officers, wives Sep 19, 2009
The conversion was considered unjustified given the fact that IAF already had a fleet of more than 14 aircraft and half-a-dozen choppers for this purpose as part of its Communication Squadron meant only for VIP travel. The Communication Squadron consists of two Boeings, seven Avros, four executive jets and six helicopters. (India Times, India)
Letters to the Editor: September 12 Sep 19, 2009
Most songbirds migrate at night and at low altitudes placing them directly in the choppers. Resident shorebirds are also at great risk, as are ducks and geese. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Deputy blinded by bright light while conducting search Sep 18, 2009
The choppers inferred camera allowed deputies on the ground to locate the suspect at his house. "In the wink of an eye, in a split second it could be a fatal wreck," said Nicklos Frey. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Bisbee set for Blues Fest Sep 18, 2009
Judges include world-renowned Jim Nasi of Jim Nasi custom cycles, John Shope of Ssinister Choppers Inc. (winner of the Discovery Channel Biker Build-Off), Jay Allen (owner of the Broken Spoke Saloon, the biggest biker bar in the world, plus a nine-time land-speed record holder), Wink Eller (59-time land-speed record holder and custom bike builder) and Mark Bradshaw (owner of the Hideaway bar and bike event promoter). The Bisbee Blues Fest is hosted by Old Bisbee Music on behalf of the Bisbee... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
US kills al-Qaeda target Sep 16, 2009
"There was a military operation carried out by four foreign choppers in Erile village. A car was destroyed, we are also hearing that some of the vehicle's passengers were taken on the choppers," Abdinasir Mohamed Adan, an elder from the nearby village of Barawe, told AFP by phone. A Western source in Nairobi who asked not to be identified said Nabhan was one of six foreign al-Qaeda fighters in a convoy of two four-by-four vehicles which included three Shebab fighters. (iAfrica.com)
The Strongest Guy Doesn't Always Win Sep 15, 2009
So that morning before sunrise, along with 80 American and Iraqi soldiers, I lined up on an airstrip to board the choppers. Going by air would give us the element of surprise. (The American Conservative)
Al-Qaeda target killed in US raid on Somalia Sep 15, 2009
" Sources told ABC that his body was now in US custody. "There was a military operation carried out by four foreign choppers in Erile village. A car was destroyed, we are also hearing that some of the vehicle's passengers were taken on the choppers," Abdinasir Mohamed Adan, an elder from the nearby village of Barawe, told AFP by phone. A Western source in Nairobi who asked not to be identified said Nabhan was one of six foreign Al-Qaeda fighters in a convoy of two four-by-four vehicles which... (Channelnewsasia.com)
U.S. Launches Military Strike in Somalia Sep 15, 2009
Initial reports say the U.S. choppers landed on the scene and took the bodies with them. Ali Nabhan's body was among the causalities, the source said. (ABC News)
Chimps Trained To Enable Keepers To Take DNA Samples With Cheek Swabs Sep 11, 2009
" The chimps that are making such a valuable contribution to science are Kip, William, Peter, Samantha and Elly. Choppers, Noddy, Tojo, Ricky, Flyn, Josie, Victoria, Jomar and Mwekundu have all provided DNA while they have been anaesthetized for other reasons. Kris Hern, who trained the chimps, found some of them took to it better than others - Peter and William proved particularly good at holding their mouths open. She commented: "The chimps were trained using positive reinforcement to get the... (Science Daily)
India mourns a tireless lynchpin Sep 9, 2009
A senior print journalist wrote about the narrow escapes she had had while flying on choppers with politicians touring their home turfs. A TV veteran grudgingly admitted that the Indian politician does put a lot at stake to win the trust of the people every five years. (Asia Times Online)
Baxter: Necessity is the mother of invention (15) Sep 7, 2009
The pitch involves an inventive but cheaply produced product like squeegees, stick-on light bulbs, sunglasses, vegetable choppers, political promises and collision-chasing lawyers. "Only $19.95! It will peel grapes, oranges, window trim, excess hair, heel scurf and tar off sidewalks, etc, etc, etc!". (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
News flash: GOP condemns extremist views, coarse rhetoric Sep 6, 2009
DOJ had the hijackers on the pick up list at the airport, and a Bush whackjob at the CIA removed them and they barbecued and killed over 3000 Americans and hundreds of firefighters were injuted because the EMTs, choppers, police, and fire department couldn t talk to each other and still can t in NYC.. Dusty. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Parade lineup Sep 5, 2009
Rashid Drug Bug, Nelson Fabricating and Welding-Going Broke Racing, Precision Tree Choppers, 912 Project, Brite Line Striping, Dina Might Murals of Fort Madison, Hot Air Balloon owned by Eldon Benus, Smokin Gun Club horse and buggy and horses. Reader Comments. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Sorties after sorties Sep 4, 2009
Both Chetaks and MI-8 choppers are equipped with emergency facilities to rescue survivors and meant for search and rescue operations. 3. (India Times)
Calls for New Rules for Medical Choppers Sep 3, 2009
involving two medical choppers ... The FAA says it will consider the NTSB's recommendations as it makes new rules for medical choppers, which are due out early next year. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Never-Ending Katrina Bias Sep 2, 2009
On "The Daily Show," Williams said "everyone" knew Bush would have done better if white people were endangered: "Everyone watching the coverage all week, that kind of reached its peak last weekend, kept saying the same refrain: 'How is this happening in the United States?' And the other refrain was, 'Had this been Nantucket, had this been Boston, Cleveland, Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, how many choppers would have --'". Williams couldn't finish. (Townhall.com)
* Taiwan News Quick Take Sep 1, 2009
The MNDs decision was a departure from Mas announcement on Aug. 18 that the military would buy only 45 of the 60 Blackhawks originally ordered from the US and reallocate the remaining NT$10 billion (NT$303 million) budget for the Blackhawks to buy disaster relief choppers and related equipment. SCIENCE. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Molokai Brush Fire Grows To 7,800 Acres Sep 1, 2009
The choppers are using Cooke Memorial Swimming Pool as a water source. Our crews are doing an outstanding job and we truly appreciate the great support from the people and businesses of Molokai, Fire Chief Jeff Murray said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Coverage of police pursuit leads to devastating helicopter crash Aug 31, 2009
KNXV-TV Channel 15 reported that one of the choppers belonged to its station. The other chopper was from KTVK Channel 3 in Phoenix. (FOX 11, AZ)
* MND sticks to 60 Blackhawks plan Aug 31, 2009
The decision was a reversal from President Ma Ying-jeous (^E) announcement at an Aug. 18 news conference that the military would buy just 45 Blackhawks and reassign NT$10 billion (US$304 million) of its procurement budget to buy disaster relief choppers and related equipment ... Stressing that the Blackhawk is a multi-functional utility chopper, the defense ministry said acquisition of the new choppers would help upgrade both the countrys disaster relief operations and military logistics... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
