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MV-22 and CH-46 Prepare for Fleet Week

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  • A helicopter with two sets of propellors placed on the sides of the aircraft flies over a helicopter on a tarmac with propellors on top of the body.
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    The more advanced rotorcraft Bell-Boeing MV-22 Osprey is seen flying above its predecessor the CH-46. The MV-22 will take the place of the CH-46 following its retirement in July 2015. Both types are seen preparing for San Francisco Fleet Week in October 2011.

  • A helicopter with two sets of propellors placed on the sides of the aircraft flies over a helicopter on a tarmac with propellors on top of the body.

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National Air and Space Museum

National Air and Space Museum 650 Jefferson Drive SW
Washington, DC

202-633-2214

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Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center 14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway
Chantilly, VA 20151

703-572-4118

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