Airwolf.
Airwolf was released on 22 January 1984. This American action drama series was a hit in many homes around the world. Starring Jan-Michael Vincent and Ernest Borgnine. Created by Donald P. Bellisario (also known for Magnum P.I.), it spanned over four seasons and 80 episodes
The show
Everybody will remember the ominous howling sound of the super helicopter as it flew by, with the distinctive synthesizer music of the show. After the 3rd season ratings were low and CBS canceled the show.
The USA Network then funded the fourth season to resurrect it in 1987 for a last and final season 4. Created by Donald P. Bellisario, also known for creations like Magnum P.I.
The Cast
Seasons 1 through 3
Stringfellow “String” Hawke (Jan-Michael Vincent)
Dominic “Dom” Santini (Ernest Borgnine)
Caitlin O’Shannessy (Jean Bruce Scott)
Michael Coldsmith-Briggs III (Alex Cord)
Season 4
St. John (pronounced Sinjin) Hawke (Barry Van Dyke)
Major Mike Rivers (Geraint Wyn Davies)
Jo Santini (Michele Scarabelli)
Jason Locke (Anthony Sherwood)
The helicopter used in the show was a Bell 222, with some added lipstick and make-up. It was made to look like a battleship in the sky, with an arsenal of weapons, supersonic speed, and stealth technology. After filming of the series ended, it was sold to an air ambulance service in Germany, where it later was destroyed in an air crash accident.
The aerial battles in Airwolf involve aircraft of all types. Ultimately the super helicopter and ace pilot get the better of every foe.