Inside the Army's CH-47F Chinook helicopter (pictures)

STOCKTON, Calif. -- The recent delivery of 10 new CH-47F Chinook helicopters to the California Army National Guard brought a significant upgrade from that airframe's aging predecessor, the CH-47D, one that should mean a higher operational readiness rate and a higher level of situational awareness. Equipped with the Common Avionics Architecture Structure (CAAS), the CH-47F has an array of sensor and data technologies, making this a Chinook for the digital age. "It practically flies… (www.cnet.com) Más...