Events
September
20September 20, 2011
Flight Test Tales - Stories from Helicopter Test Pilots from the Beginning September 20, 2011, 7:00 PM
The National Helicopter Museum was pleased to host the wonderful presentation, "Flight Test Tales - Stories from Helicopter Test Pilots from the Beginning", given by Nick Lappos, current Sikorsky Aircraft Senior Technical Fellow - Advanced Technology. Mr. Lappos was a Chief Research and Development Test Pilot for Sikorsky for over 27 years.
Flight Test Tales - Stories from Helicopter Test Pilots from the Beginning September 20, 2011, 7:00 PM
The National Helicopter Museum was pleased to host the wonderful presentation, "Flight Test Tales - Stories from Helicopter Test Pilots from the Beginning", given by Nick Lappos, current Sikorsky Aircraft Senior Technical Fellow - Advanced Technology. Mr. Lappos was a Chief Research and Development Test Pilot for Sikorsky for over 27 years.
August
18August 18, 2011
Unsung Aviation Pioneer Gets Exhibit at Helicopter Museum August 18, 2011
Stratford, CT (CT Post) - Just about everyone has heard about Wilbur Wright, Igor Sikorsky, John Glenn and even Louis Bleriot. But missing from just about every list of "aviation pioneers" is Anselm Franz, the turbine engine genius who was responsible for the first jet engine, the first helicopter turbine engine and first "high bypass" turbofan engine.
Unsung Aviation Pioneer Gets Exhibit at Helicopter Museum August 18, 2011
Stratford, CT (CT Post) - Just about everyone has heard about Wilbur Wright, Igor Sikorsky, John Glenn and even Louis Bleriot. But missing from just about every list of "aviation pioneers" is Anselm Franz, the turbine engine genius who was responsible for the first jet engine, the first helicopter turbine engine and first "high bypass" turbofan engine.
July
07July 07, 2011
WTNH National Helicopter Museum Interview with Gale Whittemore July 7, 2011
Stratford, CT (WTNH) - It may look small and unassuming from the outside but inside the National Helicopter Museum in Stratford is everything helicopter from floor to ceiling, 28 years in the making. "We're probably Stratford's best kept secret," said Gale Whittemore, museum volunteer.
WTNH National Helicopter Museum Interview with Gale Whittemore July 7, 2011
Stratford, CT (WTNH) - It may look small and unassuming from the outside but inside the National Helicopter Museum in Stratford is everything helicopter from floor to ceiling, 28 years in the making. "We're probably Stratford's best kept secret," said Gale Whittemore, museum volunteer.
December
02December 02, 2010
Photos From the 2010 Annual Board Meeting with Honored Guest Speaker Morgan Kaolian - Aeropix, December 2, 2010
Morgan Kaolian, local legend in aviation and stanch proponent of airport safety and increasing commerce in the Greater Bridgeport area, shared with the board members, docents and their guests, his lengthy and interesting career in aviation in many capacities throughout our region.
Photos From the 2010 Annual Board Meeting with Honored Guest Speaker Morgan Kaolian - Aeropix, December 2, 2010
Morgan Kaolian, local legend in aviation and stanch proponent of airport safety and increasing commerce in the Greater Bridgeport area, shared with the board members, docents and their guests, his lengthy and interesting career in aviation in many capacities throughout our region.
September
15September 15, 2010
It's Official! X2 Technology™ Demonstrator Makes Aviation History! September 15, 2010
Early in the morning on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 in West Palm Beach, Florida, Sikorsky Aircraft made aviation history when the X2 Technology™ demonstrator flew at 260 knots, exceeding its target milestone of 250 knots, unofficially breaking the speed record for rotorcraft.
It's Official! X2 Technology™ Demonstrator Makes Aviation History! September 15, 2010
Early in the morning on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 in West Palm Beach, Florida, Sikorsky Aircraft made aviation history when the X2 Technology™ demonstrator flew at 260 knots, exceeding its target milestone of 250 knots, unofficially breaking the speed record for rotorcraft.
June
08June 08, 2010
Photos and Lecture Audio From the Nikolai Sikorsky Speaking About His Famous Father June 8, 2010
Nikolai Sikorsky, son of Igor I. Sikorsky Sr recounted numerous personal moments growing up with his famous father to a full museum of interested attendees. The museum is thrilled with the event and with Nikolai's visit to help the public remember how important Igor's achievements were to the world.
Photos and Lecture Audio From the Nikolai Sikorsky Speaking About His Famous Father June 8, 2010
Nikolai Sikorsky, son of Igor I. Sikorsky Sr recounted numerous personal moments growing up with his famous father to a full museum of interested attendees. The museum is thrilled with the event and with Nikolai's visit to help the public remember how important Igor's achievements were to the world.
May
15May 15, 2010
Photos and Lecture Audio From the Richard C. Kirkland May 15, 2010 Presentation
Here is a vivid personal account of danger, heroism, and spirit at the dawn of the helicopter age. Prior to the Korean War, the helicopter was all but unknown, and rescue was problematic for downed pilots and wounded soldiers stranded behind enemy lines.
Photos and Lecture Audio From the Richard C. Kirkland May 15, 2010 Presentation
Here is a vivid personal account of danger, heroism, and spirit at the dawn of the helicopter age. Prior to the Korean War, the helicopter was all but unknown, and rescue was problematic for downed pilots and wounded soldiers stranded behind enemy lines.