Pilot flies Chinook CH-47 like it's a fighter jet and then tops it off by performing a wheelie
Published on Feb 06, 2026 at 10:18 PM (UTC+4)
by Ben Thompson
Last updated on Feb 20, 2026 at 4:44 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
This pilot flew a Chinook CH-47 like it was a fighter jet and added in a wheelie for extra effect.
One look at this helicopter tells you that it means business, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t need a little showmanship.
When this CH-47 touched down on the runway, it stood on its back wheels and kept moving.
With a member of the crew leaning out of the side door, it was almost like he was riding a giant skateboard – find out how he did it below.
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Chinook CH-47 pilot nails wheelie
When you first see a Chinook CH-47, several things probably come to mind.
But a military transport helicopter performing a wheelie probably isn’t one of them.
And yet that is exactly what happened back in 2018.
The YouTube channel Topfelya managed to capture the spectacular footage at the Dunsfold Wings and Wheels event in 2018.
But what shocked everybody about the footage was the landing.
Instead of approaching the ground level, the pilot heads for the ground at an angle.
And the incredible part is that the pilot is able to stick the landing on just two wheels.
The result is that the Chinook CH-47 actually ends up performing a wheelie during the landing.
It is the ultimate display of skill – check out the video above.
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Legendary transport helicopter defies physics
Even if you don’t know the details of the Boeing CH-47 Chinook, you have most likely seen it before.
It is one of the most iconic air-based vehicles ever created.
The tandem rotors at either end of the helicopter make it particularly striking.
First introduced in 1962, the CH-47 Chinook is an extremely important piece of equipment.
It is manufactured by Boeing for transporting troops, ammunition, cargo, and humanitarian supplies.
The iconic machine can carry up to 55 troops or more than ten tonnes of cargo at any one time.
This is all made possible by two turboshaft engines mounted on each side of the CH-47’s rear pylon.
These engines are then connected to the tandem rotors by drive shafts.
One of the most revered features of the Chinook CH-47 is its rear loading ramp.
The long, sloped layout makes loading and unloading much easier and more efficient tasks.
Today, the Chinook CH-47 is still operated by the militaries of the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Saudi Arabia.
Ben joined Supercar Blondie in February 2025 after being published by international organizations including LADbible, The Sun, the New York Post, and the Daily Mail. He covers supercars, rare and collectible vehicles, aviation, luxury assets, and the fascinating people behind them. His reporting has explored everything from seven-figure supercars and historic Ferrari collections to unusual aircraft adventures and extraordinary automotive discoveries from around the world. Ben has also gained first-hand insight into vehicle craftsmanship and customization, including visiting specialist workshops to see bespoke vehicles up close.
