1/72 澳军波音CH -47F 奇努克双旋翼重型直升机 编号307, 澳大利亚皇家空军第15航空旅团第5航空团

The Boeing CH-47F Chinook (A15-307) is a heavy-lift helicopter operated by the 5th Aviation Regiment, 15th Aviation Brigade, under the Royal Australian Army (not the Royal Australian Air Force—the RAAF does not operate Chinooks). Here’s an introduction to this aircraft:
 

Overview:

• Role: Heavy-lift transport helicopter

• Manufacturer: Boeing (USA)

• Operator: Australian Army (5th Aviation Regiment)

• Variant: CH-47F (modernized version)

• Registration: A15-307 (Australian military serial)
   

Key Features:

1. Twin-Rotor Design:

   • Uses two counter-rotating rotors (no tail rotor), allowing superior lift capacity and stability.
      

2. Payload Capacity:

   • Can carry up to 10,886 kg (24,000 lbs) internally or externally.

   • Transports troops (up to 55 soldiers), vehicles, artillery, or supplies.
      

3. Performance:

   • Max Speed: 315 km/h (196 mph)

   • Range: 741 km (460 mi) with standard fuel; extendable with auxiliary tanks.

   • Service Ceiling: 6,100 m (20,000 ft)
      

4. Advanced Avionics:

   • Features a Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) with digital glass cockpit.

   • Enhanced navigation (GPS, inertial) and survivability systems.
      

Australian Service:

• The 5th Aviation Regiment (5 Avn Regt), based in Townsville, Queensland, operates the CH-47F under the 16th Aviation Brigade (formerly 15th Aviation Brigade, as per older structures).

• A15-307 is one of several CH-47Fs acquired to replace older CH-47D models.

• Used for:

  • Troop and equipment transport

  • Disaster relief (e.g., firefighting, flood support)

  • Special operations support
     

Deployments:

• Domestic disaster response (e.g., 2020 bushfires, 2022 floods)

• International missions (previously in Afghanistan, Timor-Leste, and the Pacific).
   

The CH-47F is a critical asset for the Australian Army, providing unmatched heavy-lift capability in both military and humanitarian roles.