The XH-17 Flying Crane Helicopter

The video discusses Howard Hughes' early career and his innovations in aircraft design, including the H1 Racer. It highlights the development of the XH 17 flying crane, which was designed to lift heavy loads using components from existing aircraft. The crane featured a unique propulsion system with turbojet engines, but its inefficiency led to limited range. Despite holding size records, the project was eventually abandoned after three years of testing.

What was one of Howard Hughes' early achievements in aviation?

• Building the first passenger airplane

• Designing the first commercial jet

• Inventing the helicopter

• Setting a speed record with the H1 Racer

What was a notable feature of the XH 17 flying crane?

• It was powered by solar energy

• It was the first aircraft to fly over the Atlantic

• It was used in World War II

• It could lift loads up to 15 tons

Which components were used in the construction of the XH 17 flying crane?

• Parts from a space shuttle

• Parts from the Wright brothers' plane

• Components from the Mitchell bomber and Skymaster

• Materials from the Titanic

How did the XH 17's propulsion system differ from other helicopters?

• It was powered by wind turbines

• It had a rotor driven from the ends

• It used a nuclear engine

• It had no tail rotor

Why was the XH 17 flying crane project eventually abandoned?

• It was too expensive to produce

• It was destroyed in a storm

• It was very inefficient with a limited range

• It was banned by international law