The spy-copter in Airwolf was played on the show by a Bell 222 helicopter.  The show didn’t last very long, and when production ceased, the helicopter was sold and became an ambulance chopper in Germany.  In a tragic twist, Ambulancewolf crashed during a fierce thunderstorm in 1992, killing its crew. 

That’s the thing about helicopters.  They’re fast, they’re versatile, and they’re awesome, but they’re not the safest mode of transportation available.  If something goes wrong while they’re in the air, helicopters have an unfortunate tendency to drop like a stone.  That’s why I like to get my rotorcraft kicks from remote-controlled safety.  When my Mini IR Helicopter crashes (which is often—crashes are sweet), it just bounces off the floor.  It’s ready to take to the air again immediately.  No lost limbs, no insurance premiums, and no hurt feelings.  Just light, quiet gyroscopic lift.  It’s amazing. 

Living out our aeronautical fantasies through indestructible toys is a good move for reasons beyond safety, of course.  I don’t know how much helicopter piloting lessons cost, and I’m going to go out on a limb and predict that they’re pricey.  Helicopters typically count as a “major purchase” on your tax returns, too.  But Mini IR copters are only $14.99.  For that price, I can buy my own fleet!