HOVERFLY MK I HELICOPTER DEMONSTRATION [Allocated Title]

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  • Title: HOVERFLY MK I HELICOPTER DEMONSTRATION [Allocated Title]
  • Film Number: ARY 6
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  • Summary: The demonstration of a Sikorsky Hoverfly Mk I helicopter and a study of clouds.
  • Description: Reel 1. The helicopter, in British markings, approaches the camera and hovers. The civilian pilot then demonstrates the craft's unusual handling capabilities and ability to land in confined areas, in this case the roof of a nearby building. Reel 2. Air to air studies of fair weather cumulus clouds.
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  • Colour: B&W
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  • Object_Number: ARY 6
  • Sound: Silent
  • Access Conditions: IWM Attribution: © IWM (ARY 6)
  • Featured Period: 1939-1945
  • Production Date: 1944
  • Production Country: GB
  • Production Details: RAF Film Production Unit (Production company)
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  • Keywords: aircraft, United States - helicopter: Sikorsky R-4 Hoverfly & [British] (object name) clouds (concept)
  • Physical Characteristics: Colour format: B&W Sound format: Silent Soundtrack language: None Title language: None Subtitle language: None
  • Technical Details: Format: 35mm Number of items/reels/tapes: 2 Footage: 1028 ft; Running time: 11 mins
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