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helicopter

[hel-i-kop-ter, hee-li-] / ˈhɛl ɪˌkɒp tər, ˈhi lɪ- /
NOUN
aircraft
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The defense secretary reversed the suspension of helicopter aircrew who flew by Kid Rock’s home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Kid Rock -- whose real name is Robert Ritchie -- posted a video on X over the weekend showing a helicopter hovering near his mountaintop home's swimming pool as he clapped and saluted.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

The helicopter was carrying one pilot and four passengers, police said in a statement.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The US Coast Guard said the helicopter crash-landed about 100 yards off Kalalau beach.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Cairns flew in circles while the crew from the second helicopter searched below.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone