America's All-In-One Killer Helicopter of the Future

In October 2023, Sikorsky captured attention at a defense show by unveiling the RAIDER X, their latest helicopter prototype. This isn't just another addition to the fleet; it's designed to fill specific gaps in the U.S. Army's capabilities—especially those left by the aging Apache and Kiowa helicopters. The RAIDER X stands as a leap forward, offering not just unprecedented reach, survivability, and lethality. It can even carry more payload than its predecessors, proving that size isn't everything. But the RAIDER X offers more than just enhanced capabilities. Its unique design features two stacked main rotors rotating in opposite directions, along with a rear push rotor, which makes this aircraft seem torn from the pages of science fiction. Its cutting-edge configuration provides the RAIDER X with unmatched advantages in combat, particularly in challenging environments like Vietnam's dense jungles. As geopolitical tensions escalate in the Indo-Pacific region, the race is on among global aviation giants to secure the U.S. Army's next contract for advanced helicopters. At the center of it all is Sikorsky's RAIDER X, vying to become the U.S. Army's next go-to helicopter. --- Dark Footage showcases the most unbelievable photos and videos from history while telling the stories behind the camera. Featuring military, space, aircraft and real-life historic events caught on tape.