This Bell helicopter, the Model 47, is the first rotorcraft to be issued a commercial license by CAA. The two-place ship has an operating speed of 80 mph. and a range of 250 miles. First deliveries will be made this summer for rescue and industrial operations, the company said, adding that it will be some time before helicopters will be produced for the layman. Ship above is piloted by Floyd W. Carlson, Bell's chief helicopter pilot.
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