McDonnell Douglas MD-530 take off from Whiteman Airport, LA

This MD-530 belongs to Summit helicopter company, stations at Whiteman Airport, Los Angeles. The company uses their helicopters for power lifting, most of the times electrical pole install or wire pulling. Mcdonnel Douglas MD-530 is an engine upgraded version of the MD-500E, developed for military purposes. The successful Hughes 500/MD 500 series began life in response to a U.S. Army requirement for a light observation helicopter. Hughes' Model 369 won the contest against competition from Bell and Hiller. T