# Chinook on The No Agenda Show Chinook comes up in 13 chapters across 12 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2010 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 13 - **Episodes:** 12 - **Discussed:** September 2010 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Rpg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rpg.md), [Taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [Us Army](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-army.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Aviation Safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-safety.md), [Benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [Blackhawk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackhawk.md), [Burnsville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burnsville.md) ## Chapters 1–13 of 13 ### Formula One in Austin and EVTOL Safety - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 1:31:23–1:34:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/formula-one-in-austin-and-evtol-safety.md Adam Curry mentions being invited to fly in a Chinook helicopter for the Formula One race in Austin but declining. This leads to a discussion about the history of helicopter disasters in Manhattan and the future of Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (EVTOL) aircraft. Jason Calacanis argues that EVTOLs will be safer than traditional helicopters due to redundant rotors, despite skepticism from the rest of the group. Keywords: [formula one](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/formula-one.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [chinook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook.md), [evtol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evtol.md), [aviation safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-safety.md) ### North Carolina National Guard, Rotor Wash Incident, Burnsville - **Episode:** [1702: Sloppin' Hopper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1702-sloppin-hopper.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-10 - **Time:** 36:23–40:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1702-sloppin-hopper/chapter/north-carolina-national-guard-rotor-wash-incident-burnsville.md The North Carolina National Guard issued an apology after a helicopter pilot accidentally damaged a civilian donation center in Burnsville. While attempting to deliver generators, the rotor wash from the aircraft blew away tents and supplies, leading to social media accusations of intentional harassment. Major General Todd Hunt confirmed the crew has been grounded pending an investigation into the lack of coordination with local law enforcement. Keywords: north carolina national guard, rotor wash, [burnsville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burnsville.md), [helene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helene.md), [chinook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook.md) ### US Military Readiness, Chinook Grounding - **Episode:** [1482: Gorby Chips](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1482-gorby-chips.md) - **Published:** 2022-09-01 - **Time:** 46:44–48:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1482-gorby-chips/chapter/us-military-readiness-chinook-grounding.md The U.S. Army recently grounded its entire fleet of CH-47 Chinook helicopters due to engine fires caused by faulty O-rings. The discussion touches on concerns regarding the depletion of U.S. military stockpiles sent to Ukraine and the vulnerability of the supply chain when critical parts are sourced from foreign entities like China. Keywords: [chinook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook.md), [us army](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-army.md), [military readiness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-readiness.md), o-rings, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md) ### Afghan Poppy Trade, CIA Black Ops Financing - **Episode:** [1374: Shetard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-19 - **Time:** 2:54:36–2:57:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard/chapter/afghan-poppy-trade-cia-black-ops-financing.md A farmer with family in Afghanistan describes how poppy production increased significantly after the 2001 U.S. invasion. The hosts speculate on a potential deal between the CIA and the Taliban to continue using opium production to finance black operations, noting the historical use of Chinook helicopters in the region. Keywords: [opium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opium.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), poppy farming, [chinook helicopters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook-helicopters.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md) ### SEAL Team 6 Helicopter Crash and Benghazi Connection - **Episode:** [1287: School-ology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-23 - **Time:** 2:33:04–2:38:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology/chapter/seal-team-6-helicopter-crash-and-benghazi-connection.md The 2011 crash of a Chinook helicopter carrying members of SEAL Team 6 is alleged to be a deliberate act to silence witnesses of the failed bin Laden raid. The theory claims the RPG used to down the helicopter was part of a weapons shipment from Benghazi orchestrated by Hillary Clinton. This narrative links several major controversies of the Obama era into a single conspiracy involving treason and bribery. Keywords: [seal team 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seal-team-6.md), [chinook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook.md), [rpg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rpg.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md) ### Leonardo DiCaprio and the "Chinook" Climate Change Claim - **Episode:** [789: Kidults](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/789-kidults.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-10 - **Time:** 2:38:22–2:41:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/789-kidults/chapter/leonardo-dicaprio-and-the-chinook-climate-change-claim.md Leonardo DiCaprio claimed on "Charlie Rose" that he experienced the effects of climate change firsthand while filming in Canada when the weather suddenly warmed. The hosts point out that DiCaprio likely experienced a "Chinook," a common meteorological phenomenon in the region, rather than global warming. They criticize his claim that 99% of the scientific community agrees on the imminent threat of climate change. Keywords: [leonardo dicaprio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leonardo-dicaprio.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [chinook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook.md), [scientific community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scientific-community.md) ### Cobalt-60 Theft in Mexico, Dirty Bomb Scare and EOD Response - **Episode:** [573: NEETS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/573-neets.md) - **Published:** 2013-12-12 - **Time:** 2:00:10–2:08:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/573-neets/chapter/cobalt-60-theft-in-mexico-dirty-bomb-scare-and-eod-response.md An anonymous source claiming to be an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) expert provides an alternative account of the Cobalt-60 theft in Mexico. According to the source, 300 EOD experts were flown by Chinook helicopters to Mexico following a firefight with individuals attempting to build a dirty bomb. The official media narrative described the incident as a simple truck hijacking involving medical waste. Keywords: cobalt-60, [mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico.md), [dirty bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dirty-bomb.md), eod, [chinook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook.md), medical waste ### Port Angeles Military Invasion, Cell Phone Battery Test - **Episode:** [530: Boston Brakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/530-boston-brakes.md) - **Published:** 2013-07-14 - **Time:** 2:42:13–2:46:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/530-boston-brakes/chapter/port-angeles-military-invasion-cell-phone-battery-test.md Residents of Port Angeles, Washington, are startled by unannounced late-night military flight training involving Chinook and Apache helicopters. During the discussion, Adam Curry performs a live test by removing the battery from his "off" cell phone, proving that the device was still transmitting signals to his audio equipment while the battery was in. Keywords: [port angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-angeles.md), [chinook helicopters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook-helicopters.md), [us army](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-army.md), [military training](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-training.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), galaxy note ### Chinook Crash, Vimana Theory, Russian Intelligence - **Episode:** [329: Two Batteries One Cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup.md) - **Published:** 2011-08-11 - **Time:** 2:02:21–2:06:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/chinook-crash-vimana-theory-russian-intelligence.md Following the deaths of 22 Navy SEALs in a Chinook helicopter crash in Afghanistan, the hosts present an alternative theory involving the discovery of a "Vimana"—an ancient flying craft. Citing purported Russian intelligence, the discussion suggests the helicopters were obliterated by an ancient power source rather than shot down by an RPG. Keywords: [navy seals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy-seals.md), [chinook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), vimana, ancient technology ### Chinook Helicopter Crash, Navy SEAL Team 6 Casualties - **Episode:** [328: Pounding the Pavement](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/328-pounding-the-pavement.md) - **Published:** 2011-08-07 - **Time:** 18:14–20:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/328-pounding-the-pavement/chapter/chinook-helicopter-crash-navy-seal-team-6-casualties.md A CH-47 Chinook helicopter was reportedly shot down in Afghanistan, killing members of Navy SEAL Team 6. The timing of the crash is questioned in relation to the bin Laden raid narrative and an upcoming Hollywood film by the creators of The Hurt Locker. Skeptics suggest the event could be a "two to the head" scenario to eliminate witnesses. Keywords: ch-47 chinook, navy seal team 6, [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [the hurt locker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-hurt-locker.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md) ### Jack Jacobs, Helicopter Crash Technical Discrepancies - **Episode:** [328: Pounding the Pavement](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/328-pounding-the-pavement.md) - **Published:** 2011-08-07 - **Time:** 20:21–24:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/328-pounding-the-pavement/chapter/jack-jacobs-helicopter-crash-technical-discrepancies.md Colonel Jack Jacobs discusses the technical aspects of the Chinook crash on news media, claiming the aircraft is easy to shoot down with small arms or RPGs. Discrepancies emerge regarding whether the helicopter clipped a wall or suffered a mechanical failure. The use of a large Chinook for a special operations mission is questioned compared to the stealth Blackhawks used in the Abbottabad raid. Keywords: jack jacobs, ch-47 chinook, [vortex ring state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vortex-ring-state.md), [rpg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rpg.md), [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [special operations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-operations.md) ### Emergency Alert System Test, 15 Chinooks, Battle for Los Angeles - **Episode:** [240: Prince Charles is Gay](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/240-prince-charles-is-gay.md) - **Published:** 2010-10-03 - **Time:** 1:24:27–1:28:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/240-prince-charles-is-gay/chapter/emergency-alert-system-test-15-chinooks-battle-for-los-angeles.md A recent test of the Emergency Alert System and the sighting of 15 Chinook helicopters over the Hollywood Hills are discussed. A listener suggests the helicopter activity may be related to the filming of the 2011 movie Battle: Los Angeles. The hosts explore the frequent overlap between military exercises and Hollywood production schedules. Keywords: [emergency alert system](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emergency-alert-system.md), [chinook helicopters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook-helicopters.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), battle for los angeles, [movies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/movies.md) ### Military Helicopter Activity, Gray Chinooks and Apaches Over Los Angeles - **Episode:** [239: Change Comes From GNU](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/239-change-comes-from-gnu.md) - **Published:** 2010-09-30 - **Time:** 1:40–3:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/239-change-comes-from-gnu/chapter/military-helicopter-activity-gray-chinooks-and-apaches-over-los-angeles.md Adam Curry reports a continuous presence of military helicopters over his house, including gray Chinooks, Blackhawks, and armed Apaches. 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