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The Flettner Fl 282 Kolibri, often dismissed by German officers as a “toy,” became one of the most advanced innovations in WWII aviation. As the first serially produced German helicopter, the Fl 282 proved its worth with the Kriegsmarine, flying daring naval recon and anti-submarine missions over the Aegean Sea.

By 1943, the Fl 282 helicopter provided real-time spotting for German gunboats, detecting Allied ships long before they could strike back. Only 24 aircraft were ever built, with production cut short by Allied bombing raids, yet its impact on WWII naval operations changed future helicopter warfare forever.

In this documentary, we explore the technology behind the Flettner helicopters, how the Kolibri flew circles around early expectations, and why this experimental Axis aircraft remains one of the most overlooked machines in history.

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