Over the past 50 years, various helicopters have made significant impacts on both military and civilian aviation sectors due to their performance, versatility, and technological advancements. Here’s a list of some of the most popular helicopters from the last five decades:

1. UH-60 Black Hawk (USA): Introduced in the late 1970s, the Black Hawk has been a primary medium-lift utility helicopter for the U.S. military and many other nations. It has seen service in numerous conflicts and has been produced in many variants.
2. AH-64 Apache (USA): Recognized as one of the world’s premier attack helicopters, the Apache has been the primary attack helicopter of the U.S. Army since the 1980s and is used by multiple other countries.
3. Mi-8/ Mi-17 (Russia): One of the most-produced helicopters in the world, this twin-turbine helicopter serves in a vast range of roles, including transport, medevac, and gunship variants.
4. Bell 206 JetRanger (USA): A popular light utility and commercial helicopter introduced in the late 1960s, the JetRanger has been widely used in civilian, law enforcement, and military roles.
5. CH-47 Chinook (USA): This tandem rotor heavy-lift helicopter has been in continuous service with the U.S. military since the 1960s and has been exported worldwide.
6. EC135 (Now Airbus H135, Europe): Introduced in the mid-1990s, it’s popular among law enforcement, emergency medical services, and as a corporate transport.
7. AS365 Dauphin (Now Airbus H155, Europe): Popular for its speed and range, the Dauphin has been used for various purposes, from offshore operations to law enforcement.
8. Bell AH-1 Cobra (USA): Introduced during the Vietnam War, the Cobra was one of the first dedicated attack helicopters and has since seen numerous updates and variants.
9. Robinson R44 (USA): Introduced in the early 1990s, this light four-seat helicopter is popular among private owners, flight training, and commercial operators due to its cost-effectiveness.
10. AgustaWestland AW139 (Italy/UK): A medium-lift twin-engine helicopter introduced in the early 2000s, it’s popular for various roles, including VIP/corporate transport, offshore operations, and search and rescue.
11. Sikorsky S-92 (USA): A civil and military medium-lift helicopter, it’s often used for offshore oil and VIP transport. A military variant, the CH-148 Cyclone, serves in maritime roles.
12. Bell 412 (USA): A development of the Bell 212 twin Huey, the 412 has seen widespread use in both civilian and military sectors due to its reliability and versatility.
13. Kamov Ka-50/52 (Russia): Known for their distinctive coaxial rotor system, these attack helicopters are unique in design and capability.

These helicopters represent a mix of civilian and military designs and have been influential in shaping helicopter operations worldwide in various capacities over the last 50 years.

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