2M views · 11K reactions | The Kaman K - MAX intermeshing helicopter is one crazy rig to watch! | Street FX Motorsport & Graphics | Facebook

727K views · 8.2K reactions | With counter rotating rotors, the Kaman K-MAX, now at MCAS Yuma, is capable of many things, including flying itself. | U.S. Marine Corps | Facebook

The Kaman HH43 Huskie was a one-of-a-kind aircraft that made history in the US Armed Forces. Fondly remembered for its strange aesthetic design, it was one of the first helicopters to adopt intermeshing rotors that eliminated the need for a tail rotor. The HH43, better known by its call sign “Pedro,” was designed primarily for local base rescue operations and to deal with aircraft fires. It was a quick-response helicopter that could be ready in a minute with a fire suppression kit that could pro

The Marine Corps' first two Kaman K-MAX Helicopters arriving at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona. The Kaman K-MAX (K-1200) is an American helicopter with intermeshing rotors (synchropter) built by Kaman Aircraft. It is optimized for external cargo load operations, and is able to lift a payload of over 6,000 pounds (2,722 kg), which is more than the helicopter's empty weight. (Learn more: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaman_K-MAX) Visit our channel for more military videos: http://www.youtube.com/A

13 reactions | Heavy lift helicopter pioneer Kaman is advancing plans for a new unmanned production version of its K-Max rotorcraft. | Aviation International News | Facebook

The Kaman HH-43 Huskie: Firefighting and Rescue in Vietnam The Vietnam War is often referred to as the “helicopter war”. While the iconic UH-1 "Huey" helicopter became a symbol of the conflict, helicopters played a crucial role in nearly every facet of the war. Developed by Kaman Aircraft, the HH-43 Huskie was originally designed for firefighting and rescue operations near air bases. However, during the Vietnam War, it assumed a much larger role as the first dedicated U.S. Air Force search and r

An Alaska pilot in the unique Kaman K-Max helicopter is halfway through a remote supply run, amid gale force winds. He makes it back to base to refuel–then it’s immediately onto the next challenging task: hauling a 5,000-pound load of lumber. A brand-new episode of Ice Airport Alaska airs tonight at 8 PM. | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation