The First Helicopter Rescue

The Helicopter Museum in Weston-super-Mare is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2014, and to kick-start its year of celebrations it has unveiled an exhibition that charts another important Anniversary in the world of helicopter aviation. “The First Helicopter Rescue” tells the tale of the daring rescue mission that took place 60 years ago in April 1944 deep in the jungles of Burma during World War Two. An audio soundtrack explains to visitors the dramatic events that unfolded that day as Lt Carter Harmon airlifted wounded British soldiers to safety from behind Japanese lines. Information boards describe the background of the rescue and the famous pilot involved, as well as the history of the helicopter used in the rescue, the Sikorsky R-4. The entire display is set in a tropical themed environment complete with bamboo huts, original artwork by West Country Artist Pipistrelle Dee and the sounds of the Burmese Jungle.

Suitable for
Any age


Website
www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk

Admission
Normal Museum admission applies with no extra charges for exhibition. Gift Aid Ticket holders gain free 12 month entry.

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk//sw000160?id=EVENT462589