How long can a helicopter fly without stopping?

It comes down to what kind of helicopter you're flying, but the minimum distance they'll fly is around 250 miles. With specialized equipment, good weather conditions, and high fuel reserves, pilots can stretch this out to about 1200 miles. Of course, this is without any in-flight re-fuels!



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