There
were several different helicopters at the show, including a water
dropping helicopter from the Ventura County Sheriff's Department. They
are also used for search and rescue. The Army National Guard also had a
Blackhawk helicopter on hand. A Bell 206 was giving rides throughout
the weekend and a rare Bell 47G in civilian markings. The Bell 47G is
most remembered for it's medivac capabilities in the Korean War. The
opening scene of MASH featured the military version og the Bell 47G.
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