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Classic Rotors Helicopter Museum

Ramona, California

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Classic Rotors Helicopter Museum in Ramona, California, is the world's only museum solely focused on rotorcraft, showcasing a unique collection of helicopters and autogyros.

At Classic Rotors, you can see the Bell 47, the first helicopter to complete a round-the-world flight, making history in 1957.

The museum houses the Bell 47, famously used in the TV series MAS*H, making it a must-see for fans of the show.

The museum features the Sikorsky S-58, known for its ability to perform aerobatic maneuvers, including flying upside down!

Check out the Kaman K-MAX at Classic Rotors, a helicopter designed with intermeshing rotors, eliminating the need for a tail rotor.

The Sikorsky R-4, displayed at the museum, was the first helicopter used in a rescue mission during World War II.

The museum's collection includes the Sikorsky VH-34, the first helicopter to land on the White House lawn, marking a new era in presidential transport.

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