CH-47 Chinook en el Ejército de Tierra Monograph

The CH-47 Chinook en el Ejército de Tierra Monograph explores the deep fascination sparked by this aerial giant. More than just a transport helicopter, the Chinook is a platform that radiates power and unparalleled operational capacity. Through Juanjo Fernández’s expert writing, this special focuses on the operational life of the 5th Transport Helicopter Battalion (BHELTRA V), highlighting the unit's most vital asset: the men and women who keep it flying.

Across its 84 pages, readers will discover how the Chinook has adapted to the demands of a modern Army, accumulating more than 67,000 flight hours in both domestic and international missions. The work details the contributions of over 6,000 military personnel who have served within BHELTRA, facing extreme logistical challenges. Furthermore, the monograph features a dedicated chapter on the fleet's modernization, detailing the technological leap to the CH-47F—the future of the model in the Spanish Armed Forces.

Presented in an A4 format with a softcover binding, this special is a definitive reference for historians and rotary-wing enthusiasts. Find it in our specialized aviation monographs section.

Monograph Highlights

• 🚁 Aircraft: Boeing CH-47 Chinook (Delta and Foxtrot models).
• 🇪🇸 Unit: BHELTRA V (FAMET, Colmenar Viejo Base).
• ✍️ Author: Juanjo Fernández.
• 📖 Format: 84 pages, A4 size, paperback.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does the monograph cover the upgrade to the CH-47F model?

Yes, the CH-47 Chinook in the Spanish Army Monograph includes a final chapter entirely dedicated to the modernization and the future of the aircraft within the Spanish Armed Forces.

Is it based on official unit cooperation?

Absolutely. The work was created in close collaboration with FAMET and BHELTRA V, showcasing the fundamental role of the specialists and aircrews who operate the system.

Are international deployments mentioned?

The book reviews the unit's 67,000+ flight hours, many of which were performed in critical missions outside of Spain's borders, such as in Afghanistan and Iraq.